Daily Update - CCBA Earthquake Notice  Thursday, 23rd September 2010 Let’s Build a Stronger Christchurch - Together! Ninety eight percent of city businesses are back in action and as each day goes by, more building cordons come down and businesses open. The earthquake has opened up the cracks on pre existing issues that now need urgent attention. The best way forward for the city is to stay positive, work and communicate effectively. I understand that many businesses are suffering with the drop in trade, but please try to stay positive for your customers. For many, the shopping experience is a therapy and about having fun. We want people to walk away from your businesses enjoying the experience because that will help bring them back. City Promotions TWO HOURS FREE PARKING - Don’t forget the first two hours are free at all car parks until the end of Sept 2010 BREAKFAST FOR CANTERBURY - TV ONE brings Breakfast Show & bands for live broadcast from Cathedral Square On the last day of term, TV ONE is broadcasting a Breakfast Special live from Christchurch’s Cathedral Square – BREAKFAST FOR CANTERBURY will be live between 6am – 9am on Friday morning the 24th of September. Make sure you inform all your databases and get people in to support this promotion. At 6.30am Breakfast’s Paul Henry, Pippa Wetzell and Tamati Coffey will host a morning of entertainment that will include live performances from bands: The Feelers, J Williams, Kids of 88, Stellar and Dane Rumble (all are travelling to ChCh for the event courtesy of Air NZ). “It would be great to have as many children as possible in the square, we’re going to have bouncy castles and lots of fun stuff for kids – so set your parents alarm clocks early so you can drop by”, says Breakfast Weatherman, Tamati Coffey. Hallensteins - Brothers in Arms: Kiwi clothing company Hallensteins will roll up its sleeves tomorrow (Friday 24th September) to give practical help to those affected by the Christchurch earthquake. The doors of Hallensteins’ Cashel Street store will open at 7am to give away $125,000 worth of gear, meaning that men will walk away fitted out with a brand new outfit. The one-day event aims to help those men who have been affected by the Christchurch ‘quake. The free outfit will consist of a hoodie, t-shirt, a pair of cargo shorts and socks each. Hallensteins' latest gesture seeks to give a little back to the loyal following who have lost so much. Maher Shoes: Outrageous Fundraiser: Outrageous Fortune stars Shane Cortez, known as Hayden Peters and Wesely Dowdell known as Aaron Spiller (The Ginger) will be selling Maher Shoes on Saturday to help raise money for the Mayoral fund. Glen Maher will discount all boots and shoes for the day. Each pair of shoes sold Glen will donate $10 and for every 100 pairs sold Glen will donate a further $1,000 to the mayoral fund. Shane Cortez said “I am looking forward to being Al Bundy for the day and doing what I can for the people if Christchurch”. Well done and thanks for your support of the city. Smith City: Smith City are having a sausage sizzle and giving away free sausages before the game on Saturday. If drive into their carpark on the corner of Colombo and Wells Street, you will receive a free sausage. There will be a bucket so if you want to donate to the earthquake fund you can. Glassons: Glassons is running a spend $40 and receive a $10 feel good voucher. If you are running a special quake recovery promotion, please let me know and I will help promote it for you. It will be important that you all communicate to you databases to let them know you are open and you want them to come back in to the city. Insurance: If you have uncertainties about what you are covered for, the insurance council have stated that you are best to contact your insurance broker. They are the people that sold you the insurance and understand your business. Road & Footpath Closure Update Thursday 23rd September The footpath opened for pedestrians at the intersection of Manchester Street and Cashel Street (on the South East side) as well as the fencing outside 159 Manchester Street, the ANZ Chambers Building on the corner of High Street and Lichfield Street. We were also able to open High Street (from Lichfield Street to Tuam Street) for pedestrians. The fencing for the Manchester Street/Hereford Street intersection has been reduced from the Cashel Street intersection to approximately half way between Hereford Street and Cashel Street. More areas will be opened as the days progress. Business Relocations - Reopenings Westende Jewellers - Due to the recent earthquake our building has been demolished and we have moved to a temporary location:169 Gloucester St (Bells Antiques) Caravan Camping and Marine - Due to the recent earthquake our building has been demolished and we have moved to a new location: 95 Manchester Street Burgers and Beers Inc - Due to building damage, we have temporarily set up in Malbas (cnr Cashel & Manchester Street) so our loyal customers can still get our unique style of burgers. The Cheese Mongers – They have temporarily moved their business to their home. It is my understanding they contacted their customer database and held a cheese sale. They had people lined up down their driveway and street and it was a half hour wait to be served. Well done. Asko – Has moved to the old Fitzroy furniture site on Victoria Street. Cotura Fashions Ltd – Temporarily at 113-115 Main south rd, same phone number 3666958 If you have moved to a temporary new permanent location please let me know so I can inform others where you are now placed. If you are in need of good information to assist you and your business, please do not forget the visit www.recovercanterbury.co.nz This is a great website with all relevant information you will need. Regards, Paul Lonsdale Central City Manager Business Association                                                                                                < PREVIOUS              NEXT >