The Masjid Al Noor Mosque on Dean's Ave. Photo: FileSome of the lingering effects of the Christchurch terrorist attacks will be tackled as the Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board maps out the rest of its term. The board wants to develop connections between the Al Noor Mosque, Hagley Park and the surrounding communities to support community recovery. The Canterbury Muslim Association is keen for safe crossing points across Deans Ave to enhance the use of Hagley Park. “The Al Noor Mosque and Buddhist temple are situated in this community as well as the Rewi Alley School. “The board wants to build stronger relationships with our multi-ethnic communities by developing connections between Al Noor Mosque, Hagley Park and surrounding communities to support community recovery.”

Source: Otago Daily Times September 07, 2020 21:22 UTC