Sustainable Ōtautahi Christchurch: A supportive go-to agency Sustainable Õtautahi Christchurch describes itself a collaborative partner for groups seeking to make the city a sustainable place to live – not just environmentally but economically, socially, and culturally. The track record of this volunteer-led organisation means it is sought out as a go-to ‘spokesperson’ on local issues, Read more…
Summit Road Society – Winning hearts, minds and (walkers’) feet [Unfortunately, since this article was written, the lookout has sustained some vandalism and the pou was stolen – May 2024 ] The “super popular” John Jameson Lookout not only provides a stunning place for people to admire vistas of Whakaraupō / Lyttelton Harbour and the Read more…
Silverstream Reserve – A welcoming place with a reputation for morale-boosting morning teas Lip-smacking and energy replenishing morning teas await volunteer groups who help out at the Silverstream Reserve, 52 hectares of council-designated natural reserve that span two sites along the Upper Kaiapoi River. “When we have groups coming out to volunteer, we like to Read more…
Food recovery and food security underpin the Delta Community Support Trust’s food bank, which operates from the suburb of Richmond. “A majority of the food we distribute is repurposed from where it was initially intended,” says Mike Stanley, general manager of the trust. “The food is perfectly fine but for a variety of reasons it Read more…
