Other earthquake art displays he has built include a Christchurch tree donned in a hi-vis outfit, February 22, 2013. The tree is on the corner of Manchester St and Cambridge Tce. The branches have been wrapped in the bright material and the canopy covered in a special frost cloth. Majendie said the hi-vis border on the canopy cloth was sewn by his wife, Joyce, during the weekend.
Majendie is most well-known for his earthquake memorial featuring 185 white chairs.
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From Saturday 30th March, Christchurch Bike Tours will offer locals and visitors a personalised tour of the cordoned-off Rebuild Zone.
The two-hour guided bike tour will give people the opportunity to see the Christchurch CBD rebuild in a safe, personalised and interactive way. This will be the first opportunity that the public have had to go into the Rebuild Zone on bikes.
Clients will enjoy a sensory experience within the cordon as Christchurch Bike Tours guides’ offer information on the new city vision, including the new precincts, community projects and local business stories incorporating the strength and resilience of the people from Christchurch.
Christchurch Bike Tours owner Stephanie Fitts says the tour is designed to give locals and visitors the opportunity to understand the changed nature of the Christchurch CBD and the tour will build excitement and interest around the future of Christchurch as a 21st century city.
Tours will be limited to six people to allow for a personalised and safe experience. People are required to remain on the bikes throughout the tour and must wear closed-in footwear. The route may vary depending on safety conditions.
Tour departures are at 10am and 2pm. They will be two-hours long, and cost $40 per person, which includes a bike, helmet, hi-visibility safety vest and a local guide.
Bookings are essential by phoning 0800 733 257 or online at www.chchbiketours.co.nz from Saturday, 30th March.
Christchurch Bike Tours was awarded the contract by CERA to run the tours in the Christchurch Rebuild Zone.
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Lonely Planet’s placement of Christchurch at number six on its list of ‘Top 10 Cities for 2013’ is exciting news! The city was singled out by Lonely Planet for the way it was “bouncing back with a new energy and inventiveness".
“New Zealand’s second largest city is rising from the rubble ... with a breath-taking mix of spirit, determination and flair,” Lonely Planet writers say. “The recovery effort is well under way and 2013 will be an intriguing year to join the rebirth of this proud southern city.”
“We believe 2013 will be a great year to visit to Christchurch and experience the amazing energy of the city in its rebuilding phase,” Mr Zeiher says.
Christchurch is the only New Zealand city to make it into Lonely Planet’s annual Best in Travel publication – a collection of the world's best trends, destinations, journeys and experiences for the upcoming year.
Mayor Bob Parker was very exicited about the Lonely Planet annoucement - “The creativity and determination Christchurch people have shown since the quakes means we now have a city like no other in the world. There’s a real energy and buzz in Christchurch which will intensify as the rebuild ramps up so it is an exciting time to visit,”
The Christchurch Bike Tour is a great way to see what's going on in the city and hear the developments from a local!
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If you're in Christchurch this weekend, head down to Hagley Park for IceFest 2012.
A winter wonderland has popped up over the last couple of weeks with an ice rink, Hagglund rides, an Antartic Field Camp, ice sculptures and an Antartic Viewing Deck all ready for your family to enjoy.
IceFest opens at 5pm 21st September with Fireworks at 7pm and continues until the 14th of October.
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Here are some milestone moments for Christchurch that have been recorded by Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism . Exciting times ahead!
Below is a selection of highlights:
Accommodation
· IBIS Hotel reopened on 4 September – 155 rooms plus restaurant and bar
· YHA Rolleston Avenue should be back by summer
· The Latimer Hotel is on track to open conference rooms in November 2012. Accommodation to follow in February 13
· Eliza’s Manor House – Bealey Ave – reopens after major restoration
· Sudima Hotel announces significant upgrade and refurbishment to 4 star status
Hospitality
· Seven bars and restaurants due to open in the coming months
· The Curators House, Botanic gardens is due to re open in October 12
· Fiddlesticks restaurant opening on the corner of Worcester and Montreal St
· The Twisted Hop to re-open in Woolston mid October
Events
· ICE Fest – 14 September – 14 October
· BMW NZ Golf Open 22-25 November at Clearwater
· New World Wine & Food Festival – Hagley Park 8 December
Central City
· Alice’s in Video land’s new cinema, part of Alice in Video land & C1 complex on the corner of Tuam & High Street opens September 21 – this is part 2 of the 3 phase project. C1 Espresso is the last open in the complex towards the end of the year
· CCC streetscape enhancements planned – Colombo St, Cathedral Sq, Gloucester Street, New Regent St.
· New Regent Street is currently being restored to its former glory and should be completed by December 2012.
· The unique temporary cathedral by world renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban is currently under construction and should be open in early 2013.
· A creative lighting project is underway for Latimer Square ready for this summer
· Three new art house cinemas to open at The Colombo
· The ART Box project corner Madras &St Asaph St – 18 spaces for galleries and studios – 2800 SQM of space across three levels plus hospitality and retail – to be completed over the next 12 months
General
· 85 Cruise ships into Akaroa this summer from 12 October until 5th April 2013
· City Ambassadors & town crier will be on the city streets helping visitors 7 days per week this summer
· Air New Zealand is launching a six week trial service between Christchurch, Mount Cook & Queenstown
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