M J Barnett Memorial Lecture 2016

M J Barnett Memorial Lecture 2016

News, Winter Speaker Series

Lynley Hayes, leader of Landcare Research’s Biodiversity and Conservation team gave an information-packed address as befits this prestigious lecture in memory of MJ Barnett, one of New Zealand’s most distinguished horticulturalists and CHS Board member for 35 years. Lynley first revealed some staggering statistical facts: Since 1769 at least 25,000 exotic species have been introduced … Read More

Being values driven

From the Board, News

Over two days in August 1988, the United Building Society had $180million of its depositors’ funds withdrawn! Customers had heard rumours that United was in trouble and they rushed to take out their money before the anticipated collapse occurred. Bankers call this a “run on funds”. Short of outright collapse it is the worst scenario … Read More

CHS Sponsors Otakaro Orchard Project

News

Support the Givealittle campaign 30 April – 8 May Ōtākaro Orchard – Community Garden and Urban Food Hub – is intended to be a public space that produces food, hosts a social enterprise cafe, multiple event spaces and abundant opportunities for education. The vision is for a place where both locals and tourists gain knowledge … Read More

Edible Awards Announced

News

The 2016 Shirley-Papanui Edible Garden Awards function attracted 65 guests, 48 of which were nominees, and friends and families of the nominees. The remainder were elected members, CHS judges (Michael Coulter and Neiel Drain) and presenters, members of the CHS and Council staff. A student photographer and tutor from Papanui High school also attended. The … Read More