The mushroom foraging area near the Avon River should be finished in April. Photo: NewslineA mushroom-themed education, play and foraging area is set to open on part of Christchurch's red zone in April. The project has received a $19,600 grant from red zone consultative group, Te Tira Kāhikuhiku, to help bring the project to life by the end of April. “Over the Covid-19 lockdown there were lots of people out using the former residential red zone area. Said Williams: “I really encourage people to apply to use the former residential red zone land for community initiatives.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 18, 2021 03:11 UTC