He was a key member of our editorial group with all the qualities which made him an excellent contribtor — legally savvy, astute, perceptive, insightful and he knew how to take apart some of KCDC’s nuttier plans, to the annoyance of the last mayor, council boss Mr Maxwell and the present mayor.
Christopher was also a good satirist and humorist, and the aforementioned were also the subjects of that, again to their annoyance.
To some extent his skills have been compensated by those on the CRK committee, but we still miss Christopher.


The Paraparaumu Community Board agreed for a plaque commemorating Christopher Ruthe. It is to be installed shortly on seating in Marine Parade.