18 Volunteers Dirty Hands to Clean Up Christchurch Avon Riverbank 2008

 

Is it time for spring-clean? Here it is - an outdoor clean in spring, Clean Up Avon Riverbank, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Garden City.

 

Organised by 2Ways Company Limited on 20 September, eighteen volunteers united to Clean Up Avon Riverbank between the bridges of Remembrance and Armagh St., 80kgs (6 bags) rubbish picked up mainly including cigarette butts, plastic bags and beer bottles.

 

“Everyone is a part of eco-friendly Christchurch. Individual and community based action is an essential step to keep Avon riverbank clean and beautiful. We aim to raise the public awareness of what the individual can do to reduce litter.” Local event co-ordinator, Ellen Yule says, “It’s the sixth year for us to clean up the same area because of the same problem of waste along the riverbank and on the footpath which end up in drains and waterways.”

 

The volunteers, including New Zealand-born Kiwi, migrants from Spain, China and Thailand, and international students from Brazil and Hong Kong, chose to volunteer their time and energy to keep Christchurch beautiful.

 

“It allows kids to witness first hand the impact of rubbish in the environment.” Andrew, a schoolteacher set a real life lesson for his sons Connor and Liam, aged 6 and 4. Two of his students also took part in the event.

 

Each volunteer was rewarded by an event bookmark with a photo of Avon River. Six framed flower photos were also delivered as prizes by 2Ways Co., Ltd. The best of all the reward is the feeling of having made contribution to this pretty Garden City.

 

Clean Up the World originated in Australia in 1993 and is held in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The campaign involves an estimated 35 million volunteers in over 110 countries each year, bringing together community groups, schools, governments, businesses and individuals to undertake activities to improve water quality, clean up local streets, parks, waterways and forests and educate children about the environment.

 

Clean Up Avon Riverbank 2009

 

When: Saturday, 19 September 2009, 10:00am - 11:30am

Where: Meet on the Bridge of Remembrance (corner of Cashel St. & Oxford Tec)

Gloves, plastic bags, sunblock and gifts are provided. Just bring your smile and energy with you to join us!

 

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         Tree Planting

As a lasting natural memento of your visit to New Zealand for future generations, 2Ways specially organises the tree planting for our international students and visitors. By planting a native tree you will also be providing sustained environmental benefits:

> offsetting your greenhouse gas emissions

> absorb a tonne of carbon dioxide over the tree’s lifetime

> provide shade and shelter on public/community land

> noise reduction from roads

> create new forest/wetland area

> attract native bird life back into the area

> enhance New Zealand’s clean, green landscape

 

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              Travelling in Paradise – New Zealand

 

2Ways offers many tour options while you study English in Christchurch, New Zealand.

 

No other country in the world is so compact as New Zealand. Travel only a short distance and you will experience amazing landscapes seen in The Lord of The Rings, from the ancient fiords and glaciers, snow covered mountains, subtropical forests, grassy plains, mirror-like lakes, sandy beaches, volcanic islands to native bushes.

 

New Zealand society is diverse and multicultural. New Zealanders are very friendly, open, honest and environment concerned. No visit would be complete without experiencing the culture, traditions and activities of the indigenous Maori people in Aotearoa (“The Land of Long White Clouds”, Maori name for New Zealand).

 

2Ways Photo: Birdlings Flat, 1-hour drive from Christchurch city, well known for the colourful pebbles 2Ways Photo: surfers and wind surfers can be seen on New Brighton Beach, Christchurch round the year 2Ways Photo: creativity to drink in various cafe around Christchurch

 

Along with the world class universities and schools you can study in, there are heaps of things that you can enjoy around the south island of New Zealand, like the colourful gardens you can step in, the blue South Pacific beaches you can swim in, the white snow mountains/glaciers you can climb up, the dolphins you can swim with, the wild whales/seals/penguins you can closely visit,  the seafront or riverfront libraries you can read in, the unique Maori Marae you can step in, international Festival of Art, Jazz, Street Performance, Film, Flower and Romance you can enjoy throughout the year, and the various churches you can pray in and its peace is the last thing you feel.

 

2Ways Photo: Rugby, New Zealand national sport. You may watch or hands-on the rugby game in most public parks in Christchurch New Zealand 2Ways Photo: Christchurch artist Peter weekly creates 2-3 sand pictures on New Brighton Beach 2Ways Photo: rafting in Rangitata,45-minute drive from Christchurch

 

With our in-depth knowledge 2Ways is able to help you approach even the most well known sights from a fresh angle, obtaining the maximum enjoyment and value.

 

"To learn English is an excuse to go to New Zealand and celebrate our 10th anniversary.  Actually we learnt much more than that through 2Ways Study and Tour package. It’s unforgettable life experience, it’s more valuable than a diamond ring." - Rosa Visa & Lluis (a couple from Tarragona, Spain)

 

 2Ways Photo: Bungy jumping in Queenstown, New Zealand 2Ways Photo: Franz Josef Glacier, one of must-do tours while studying in Christchurch NZ 2Ways Photo: Maori language and culture is alive in the modern New Zealand

 

                 New Zealand Tour Options

 

Thinking of holiday and learning English at the same time, contact us today.

 

Here are just a few samples to experience the wonderful scenery, world class attractions and unique culture in New Zealand.

 

-  Kaikoura Day Tour (whale watching, swimming with dolphins, visit seal colony)

 

-  2-day Trip to Lake Tekapo and “Aoraki” Mt Cook (New Zealand’s highest mountain)

 

-  Akaroa Day Tour (volcanic bay, dolphin watching, wine & cheese taste)

 

-  Hanmer Springs Day Tour (relax in hot pools, walk in forest and jet boat ride)

 

-  Mt Hutt Day Tour (skiing, snowboarding)

 

-  NZ Farm Day Tour (sheep shearing, hand feeding animals, horse riding)

 

-  Maori Culture Interaction (greetings Hongi, food Hangi, dance Haka, waka canoeing, carving, weaving)

 

-  3-day Queenstown Adventure Tour (bungee jump, raft, ski, paraglide, skydive, jet boat)

 

-  4-day Abel Tasman National Park Tour (trek in rainforest, kayaking)

 

-  5-day Queenstown and Milford Sound Tour (World Natural Heritage)

 

- 14-day Tour around the South Island (by rental car or camper van)

 

- 2-day Wellington Tour (National Museum Te Papa, Parliament, cafe)

 

"Especially for people who do not have time to organize the trip themselves (via internet, forums, etc…). It is a fast and sure way to travel through 2Ways." - Oscar Fernandez & Clara Alonso (a honeymoon couple from Madrid, Spain)

                                            

 2Ways Photo: 2Ways organises and encourages you to participate in tree planting while you study and travel in Christchurch NZ 2Ways Photo: volunteers dirty hands to clean up Christchurch Avon Riverbank, New Zealand 2Ways Photo: Kiwi bird, flightless, New Zealand icon

 

                       Sustainable Eco-tourism

 

The popular tour option is eco-tourism which balances the needs of commerce, people and the environment so that they add value to each other in tourism.

 

2Ways is committed to the environmental sustainability. We’ll get you as close and personal with the local wilderness, environmental and historic sights as possible without damaging the delicate eco-systems.

 

We are involved in a number of community initiatives that promote environmental awareness and responsibility, from cleaning up the local riverbank to planting native trees. All our clients are encouraged and welcome to take part in these activities while you study or travel in Christchurch, New Zealand. 

 

2Ways Photo: Seal colony in Kaikoura, 2-hour drive from Christchurch, one of must-do tours while studying in New Zealand 2Ways Photo: 6 million sheep vs 4 million people in New Zealand 2Ways Photo: Sperm whale watching in Kaikoura

 

“Think globally, act locally.” 2Ways has successfully organised since 2003 the annual voluntary conservation activity - “Clean Up Christchurch Avon Riverbank”, a part of the global environment campaign “Clean Up The World”.

 

We all have a responsibility to clean up the land and clear up the air. We’re doing our bit. We believe that every little bit helps, including yours. There is a lot you can do to support sustainable eco-tourism while you’re visiting New Zealand, from respecting cultural differences to limiting your impact on the local environment. Tree planting is an alternative way to offset the carbon emissions which you cannot reduce of your travel. Also you can contribute towards the local projects that will reduce the greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere on your behalf.

                     

  

 

Christchurch New Zealand has it all (including 2Ways), it’s only missing you! What are you waiting for?

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