Remembering the Christchurch Quakes: Can You Still Recognize Your Old Haunts?

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The discussion revolves around personal reflections and memories related to the Christchurch earthquakes that occurred in 2010 and 2011. Participants share humorous anecdotes, reminisce about familiar locations, and express concerns about changes in the landscape due to the quakes.

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  • One participant shares a humorous post from a city council in Christchurch related to the earthquakes.
  • Another participant identifies a location in a shared image, suggesting it is near Canterbury Agricultural Park with the Port Hills in the background.
  • A participant expresses a personal connection to the area, mentioning plans to visit and check if a specific sign is still present.
  • Another participant reflects on their past experiences in Christchurch and expresses uncertainty about recognizing familiar places due to the changes caused by the earthquakes.

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Participants generally share a nostalgic sentiment about Christchurch and its changes, but there is no consensus on the extent of the changes or the recognizability of familiar locations.

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Some participants reference personal connections and specific locations, but the discussion does not delve into the broader implications of the earthquakes or the specific impacts on the community.

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Individuals interested in personal stories related to natural disasters, those with connections to Christchurch, or anyone reflecting on changes in familiar environments may find this discussion relevant.

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hi Guys and Gals

just a little earthquake humour from my home country...

As many of you may know, Christchurch City in New Zealand suffered badly in the series of large quakes throughout 2010 and 2011. Here's a little humour and stress relief from one of the city councils...

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cheers
Dave
 

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That's funny, thanks for sharing!
 
That seems to be Christchurch Southern Motorway, near Canterbury Agricultural Park, with Cashmere Hills in the distance.
 
Astronuc said:
That seems to be Christchurch Southern Motorway, near Canterbury Agricultural Park, with Cashmere Hills in the distance.

Yes, quite possibly, definitely the Port Hills in the background
Im heading over there in July to catch up with my kids and my ma and pa and co.
Will have to see if this sign is still there and if I can find it.

I stole the pic from my daughter's facebook page ;)

Dave
 
davenn said:
Yes, quite possibly, definitely the Port Hills in the background
Im heading over there in July to catch up with my kids and my ma and pa and co.
Will have to see if this sign is still there and if I can find it.

I stole the pic from my daughter's facebook page ;)

Dave
Port Hills is the proper name. Lyttelton would be on the other side. I have a 3rd cousin who lives in Cashmere Hills which is up in the hills below the crest. Their house was damaged, but they have a place up north on the SI.
 
Can't believe it has been more than 2 years. I lived the Christchurch in Fendalton till around 1995, my parents regularly take a walk in Mona Vale and see the ducks in Avon River. With the quakes and what not I'm pretty sure I won't be able to recognise anything if I ever go to these places again.
 

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