Monthly Archives: July 2013

Spotlight on Christchurch: Epilogue – ‘Trickle up theory’ a confirmed success

Posted on 27th Jul, 2013 by Puddleglum

It seems that with every day that passes more pieces fall into place. Jig-saw addicts know the feeling well: A piece seemingly no different from any other catches your eye and, as you place it down, it fits snugly into … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Christchurch – Part III: Frame spotting

Posted on 23rd Jul, 2013 by Puddleglum

The tussle between central and local government (highlighted in the two previous posts in this series) is part of a fundamental struggle over Christchurch’s future form and role in the nation’s economy. The outcome of that struggle will determine the … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Christchurch – Part II: Election nearing

Posted on 7th Jul, 2013 by Puddleglum

[Prologue: As mentioned in the previous post, most of that post and this one was written prior to Bob Parker announcing that he would not be contesting the mayoralty in the upcoming local body elections. I’ve indicated where in the … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Christchurch – Part I: Manufacturing crises and consents

Posted on 6th Jul, 2013 by Puddleglum

[Prologue: The bulk of this was written before I heard the news that Bob Parker was not going to contest the upcoming local body elections as a mayoral candidate. The same is true for the second part of this three-part … Continue reading →

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