The Stanmore Corner Project

03/08/2025

In exchange for using 95A for access to 93, TW Construction promised to re-grass and level by March, then May. Not a big cost. A small gesture of thanks, perhaps.

So the boss from Napier turned up last week, and sent an email worming their way out of responsibility.

Proof that s**t does rise to the surface.

The workers have been a bunch of clowns too, and the owner is embarrassed and apologetic. There are better contractors than this. And our neighbourhood deserves better too.

17/07/2025

Goodness!!!! Two from five entries in the latest Neat Places on Stanmore!!! Both exceptional in understated ways .. that's how we do it in Stanmore Central ... spread the word, watch us grow.

https://neatplaces.co.nz/stories/new-cafes-and-restaurants-in-new-zealand

18/04/2025

13/04/2025

Corner Street Party. Good energy! Come back soon.

Euphoria Dance Studio
Youth & Cultural Development
Christchurch City Council
Zion Studios
Ritmo Pilipino
REBEL ROOTS AE - Dance School Christchurch
Swarm Studios
Lwkddz

08/04/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AaUfv1Y1Z/

Join us for the Stanmore Block Party, a FREE community event happening this Saturday, April 12th, from 1 PM to 4 PM at the corner of Worcester Street and Stanmore Road. 

Enjoy a variety of activities and entertainment, including:
• Free haircuts and braids
• Delicious food stalls
• Live performances by local dance crews and rappers
• Collaborative mural painting to showcase your creativity

This family-friendly event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, enjoy great food, and experience outstanding entertainment.

A heartfelt thank you to Youth & Cultural Development, Christchurch City Council, and The Stanmore Corner Project for their invaluable support in making this event possible. 

Don’t miss out—see you there!

11/03/2025

Stanmore Central people. Anyone interested in supporting a Council backed music/dance street event on Stanmore Corner in April?

You'd represent 'us locals', helping bring 'more of us locals' to the event, especially youth and families, like the young performers who will be bringing their fire to the street. Maybe it's the start of something bigger?

If you're passionate about the future of your neighourhood, and want to help level up the street, and this all sounds like fun to you, pls DM to connect with the team involved.

05/11/2024

Some of you might be interested to know the will be reopening locally as a community run initiative on Stanmore Corner. It needs people to use it, run it, and just generally hang about it with good vibes, so if you can do any of those things ...

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Re: Nice Local Project - join us at the Tool Lendery!

Kia ora,

My name is John, and I live just around the corner on Hereford Street.

I’m reaching out to people and businesses in the Stanmore shops area to share some exciting news about a local project I’ve been working on.

Earlier this year, I helped arrange the handover of the Tool Lendery to a not-for-profit group in our community. You may know the purple container at 95 Stanmore Road, previously owned and operated by Gapfiller. It was going to be moved to another part of Christchurch, but thanks to the generosity of local/landowner Matthew Talbot (who wants to see more people reclaiming our community space), the Tool Lendery is staying with us. It is now being relocated to the site at the corner of Worcester Street.

The Tool Lendery will provide locals with access to handy tools at a much lower cost than buying or renting them elsewhere.

I’ll be in touch again soon with more details about the project, but if you have any questions, feel free to ask.

In the meantime, on Saturday, 9 November at 11am, I’ll be giving the container a long-overdue water blast and spring clean. You’re very welcome to stop by for a chat, and if you’d like to lend a hand with a brush or some scrubbing, that would be great too 🙂

I look forward to talking more about this project and other positive things happening in our shopping area.

Ngā mihi,

John Miller

Send a message to learn more

04/10/2024

This wonderful local mobile refillery will be parked up on Stanmore Corner soon, and Stanmore Block will be home to the hub. We know we're on a busy commuter route, and a cycle highway, and there's a whole bunch of locals who can now walk in for their home staples. Limited hours initially, and free local delivery will be available, once up and running. More things for more people! More details soon!

Exciting Changes for Staples Station!

Dear Valued Customers,
We’re thrilled to announce that Staples Station is under new ownership! Over the next week, all email communications and social media contacts will be smoothly handed over to the new owners, who are just as passionate about serving the community as we are.

Please bear with us during this transition period as we work behind the scenes to ensure everything is in place for a seamless continuation of service. We’re confident that Staples Station will return with even more regular and reliable availability, offering the same great pantry refill options you know and love.

We’re excited to see how Staples can reach its full potential and continue to serve this wonderful community. Thank you for your ongoing support and patience!

Warm regards,
The Staples Station Team

11/06/2024

Christchurch City Council Enliven Places Programme placemaking in effect for 18 months.

Stanmore Central community watch this space.

12/02/2024

If you don't follow the Stanmore Block, please do.
That's where the action is focused.
The Corner will happen when the area is proved.
Support local when you can, and change can only happen with collective effort.

08/01/2024

The Linwood Village Streetscape outcome looks great!

06/12/2023

Notice of motion passed. The Streetscape project will proceed without delay. A good day. Big thanks to all who've helped make this happen, and particularly Councillor Jake McLellan for getting it over the line. Collectively we're making good things happen.

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