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Archive | September, 2010

Memphis Belle – values first

Update 3 March 2011: The Memphis Belle is a total write off following the 22 Feb 2011 earthquake. The pharmacist from next door told me that Shane survived. Tragically, the lovely good-sort Natasha at Wicks Fish (another neighbouring business) and her customer were killed.

Original article September 2010:

Shane Tatum of Memphis Belle pizzeria in Linwood is living the life he loves. The eccentric decor of the Worcester St eatery gives a hint of the “old soul” who dwells within. Jam-packed with World War II and related memorabilia, the shop is a delightful experience that money could not buy.

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Categories Community, Earthquake

Sumner Community Gardens

19 Sep

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of visiting the Sumner Community Gardens. This new project, behind All Saints Church on Wakefield St, is only just kicking off. But the small organising team are looking forward to creating a vibrant community hub. Given their enthusiasm and work to date, I think they will achieve just that.

In this video, take a look at the delightful surroundings and hear Kate Saunders talk about the Sumner Community Gardens.

Categories Community

An Awesome Day Out

19 Sep

“A Pleasant Day Out” is the whimsical and apt name given to The Mt Pleasant Residents’ Association annual picnic.

Each year a series of entertainments, food and stalls at the old school site on Major Hornbrook Road provide a backdrop for neighbours to welcome spring and yarn and laugh together. As the Association’s Chair Linda Rutland noted, this year the picnic was also an opportunity to shake off the earthquake blues.

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