DH Rugby Clubrooms
After the Quakes Information and Discussion Sessions
Session Four (postponed after the June 13 aftershocks) has now been confirmed for June 27
Contemporary Issues for the Harbour Basin and Christchurch
Following the recent Japanese earthquake and tsunami, the Japanese Prime Minister writes that their government will dedicate itself to reconstruction "based on three principles; create a regional society that is highly resilient to natural disasters; establish a social system that allows people to live in harmony with the global environment; build a compassionate society that cares about people, in particular the vulnerable."
To provide an opportunity for us as a local community to consider reconstruction issues in Canterbury, the Diamond Harbour Community Association is sponsoring a series of information and discussion sessions to consider:
1. The local scene: Paula Smith, chairperson of the Mt Herbert Community Board, will provide an update on current thinking from Lyttelton meetings. Christine Dann will outline issues involved in creating sustainable/resilient environments and communities.
2. The ground beneath us: Mark Yetton of Geotech Consulting Ltd will speak on the geology of Canterbury and Banks Peninsula and the implications for how and where we can safely rebuild.
Mark and his wife Lisa lived in Charteris Bay for some time and though they now live in the city they still have their property here.
Mark has a lot of experience with the geology of both the Christchurch area and Banks Peninsula and has been very involved in the geotechnic work being undertaken in the Port Hills since the 22 February earthquake.
3. Urban Design 101: Nancy Vance will introduce concepts relating to The Design of Public Spaces.
4. Images for new and resilient Christchurch: Former mayor of Christchurch, Garry Moore, will introduce the session by suggesting some "Images for a new and resilient city."
Monday evenings May 23, 30 and June 6, 27 at 7.30-9pm
Rugby Clubrooms, Diamond Harbour - There is no charge
All Welcome
For further information or to register interest (not compulsory) email thornton@snap.net.nz or phone Joy McLeod 329 4119 or Ann and Jim Thornton 329 4943 or see Mainland Press or check here on the Diamond Harbour website
To view a detailed report on sessions that have already taken place please go here...