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YMCA Hostel
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch. Phone (03) 365-0502
The YMCA is located in the City centre adjacent to the Arts Centre and the Botanical Gardens. They cater for male and female guests with a choice of single and twin rooms. All rooms have
linen and duvets provided. The dining room provides simple, but sustainable meals. An excellent choice in a great location with lots of recreational activity. October-March is the busiest time of year, so early
reservations are essential. Contact YMCA Christchurch.
YHANZ Hostels
The Youth Hostel Assn NZ has two city centre locations at 273 Manchester Street and 5 Worcester Boulevard opposite the Arts Centre. Phone (03) 366-6564
Dormitory accommodation for male and female guests is short term, maximum of three nights. Linen is provided and they have excellent kitchen facilities for guests to cook their own meals.
Another great choice while looking for longer term accommodation.
Campus Living Villages
Check out the new Hinau Apartments at Ilam Village, or the self catered Sonoda Campus at the University of Canterbury. Applications are open for all students studying at any
Christchurch Tertiary Institution. Phone +64 3 364 3493 or visit the website: www.clv.co.nz
Point Break Backpackers by the Beach
99 Seaview Road, New Brighton, Christchurch. Phone (03) 388-2050 or visit the website: www.pointbreakbackpackers.co.nz
Rental Flats
Quality economical flats are readily available in the nearby suburbs of Sydenham, Addington, Opawa, Linwood, Spreydon, Hoon Hay and Central City. More expensive
accommodation can be found close by in Cashmere.
The weekly paper "Buy Sell & Exchange" and the Saturday morning edition of "The Press" publish a large section on accommodation. Copies of these papers can be purchased at most service
stations, dairies and stationery shops.
Accommodation and Rental Agencies
A wide choice of reputable agencies can be found in the "Accommodation Rental" columns of the Yellow Pages Christchurch Directory and the Yellow Pages on-line directory.
Transport
Bus Services
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A bus service runs down Colombo Street into Cathedral Square at frequent intervals. The nearest bus stop is located on the corner of Colombo St and Stanley St, just 200m walk from the
College. (Routes 10, 11, 13, 15, 28, 66 and 67). The free City Shuttle bus
stops at the corner of Colombo Street and Moorhouse Ave approximately 1 km walk from the College through the Sydenham shopping area.
Bus timetables and costs can be obtained from the Bus Exchange in Colombo Street. Information is available by phone on 366-8855 or from the Mertro Bus site: www.metroinfo.org.nz/
You can also plan your journey on-line with the Metro Bus Journey Planner.
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Driving and Road Safety
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Information on New Zealand driving laws and road safety is avaliable from the New Zealand Transport Agency site. |
Student Welfare Services
Alcohol and Tobacco
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The sale of alcohol and tobacco products is prohibited to those under the age of 18.
The consumption and carrying of alcohol in public is banned within the central city area bounded by Moorhouse Avenue, Hagley Avenue, Rolleston Avenue, Park Terrace, Bealey Avenue and
Fiztgerald Ave.
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Accident and Emergency
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Christchurch Hospital Emergency Dept. |
| Address: |
Riccarton Avenue |
| Phone: |
364-0270 |
Student Health Care
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Youth Health Centre
Free student service.
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| Address: |
198 Hereford Street |
| Hours: |
1.00pm - 7.00pm |
| Phone: |
379-4800 |
Dentist
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S.R. Halliwell & Associates Provide special students rates.
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| Address: |
200 Cashel Street |
| Phone: |
366-7362 |
Sexual Health Service
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Christchurch Hospital Sexual Health Centre
A free public service.
Confidential medical service, counselling and educational assistance for anyone worried about any sexually transmitted diseases.
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| Hours: |
9.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday |
| Phone: |
364-0485 |
Family Planning Advice
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Family Planning Assn-FPA
For all types of contraception and advice.
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| Address: |
301 Montreal Street
(Cnr Montreal/Worcester St) |
| Phone: |
379-0514 |
Counselling Services
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Lifeline
A free public service.
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| Hours: |
24 hour counselling service |
| Phone: |
366-6743 |
| Youthline Counselling Service |
| Hours: |
5.00pm - 11.00pm |
| Phone: |
379-4794 |
| Gambling Problem Help Line |
| Hours: |
8:00am - 11:30pm
24hours Thur/Fri/Sat |
| Call free: |
0800 654 655 |
| Website: |
www.gamblingproblem.co.nz |
Legal Advice
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Community Law Centre
A free public service for legal advice and information.
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| Address: |
281 Madras Street |
| Phone: |
366-6870 |
Financial Budgeting
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Budget Advice Services
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| Address: |
187 Cashel street (1st floor) |
| Phone: |
366-3422 |
Tourist Information
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Canterbury Tourism Council
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| Address:International Student Support Services and Accommodation |
Old Municipal Building Cnr Worcester St & Oxford Terrace |
| Phone: |
379-9629 |
Citizens Advice Bureau
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A free public service for any information about Christchurch.
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Address:
Phone: |
187 Cashel Street
366-6490 |
General Information
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For more information on Christchurch is available from the Christchurch City Council web site. |
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