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Wine Discovery NZ 2010

In November 2010 Christchurch will host an international conference with other Great Wine Capitals as part of a broader event called Wine Discovery New Zealand 2010.

Silver Ferns members were brought into New World stores last Saturday in Christchurch, Rotorua and Papakura to meet fans, shoppers and staff. As a New Zealand owned and operated organsation, New World is proud to sponsor Kiwi icons such as Netball New Zealand and the Silver Ferns.

Loder Cup Awarded to Christchurch Botanist

Dr Colin Burrows, a christchurch botanist with a long involvement and contribution to Canterbury’s natural history, has been awarded the prestigious Loder Cup.

NZ Cup and Show Week Tickets on Sale

Tickets are now on sale for this year’s NZ Cup and Show Week, which runs from Saturday 6 to Saturday 13 November, 2010 in Christchurch.

Drug Treatment Unit Graduates

Eight prisoners have graduated from the Drug Treatment Unit at Christchurch Men’s Prison. They are the 23rd group to graduate since the programme opened in 2006.

Ceremony for Wounded Christchurch Police Officers

A private ceremony was held by Christchurch Police to reflect on events in Buccleugh Street last week, acknowledge the efforts of all staff during the shooting, and give thanks for the recovery being made by the two wounded police officers.

Christchurch Policemen Out of Hospital

The two Christchurch policemen who were shot at have now been released from hospital and are at home with their families.

Attack on Police Appalls Christchurch Mayor

An incident where two police officers were attacked by being shot at and a police dog killed has appalled the Christchurch Mayor, Bob Parker.

Buildathon Success at KidsFest

Buildathon has had success at attracting children to their event at KidsFest in Christchurch. The final AM Buildathon is being held Thursday 15 July.

Nicky Wagner to visit KidsFest

Nicky Wagner will visit the TV2 CCC KidsFest AM Radio Buildathon at Kendal School, Kendal Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch on Thursday 8th July at 10am. Nicky is a long time supporter of community building projects and the NZ amateur radio service.