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[ad_1] What’s the story: Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant odour You may have noticed an increase in unpleasant odour around east Ōtautahi Christchurch, coming from the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bromley this week. We know that these odours and the impacts residents are experiencing are very real, and we are committed to ensuring any…
[ad_1] The proposed legislation will impose significant new costs on local authorities, create uncertainty in emergency roles, and place new demands on communities without adequate national support. While the Council supports modernising New Zealand’s emergency management framework, it says the Bill lacks clarity in key areas, places unrealistic expectations on local government, and assumes workforce…
[ad_1] The Copenhagenize Index, published every two years, is the most comprehensive and holistic ranking of bicycle-friendly cities in the world. It provides an evidence-based benchmark that tracks how cities across the globe are progressing in making cycling safe, convenient, and mainstream. Planning and Delivery Transport Manager Jacob Bradbury says this is a great result…
[ad_1] Tiny pellets, big problem: How Christchurch is fighting plastics in our waterways Unannounced site visits to Ōtautahi Christchurch plastic manufactures have revealed significant improvements in the fight to prevent nurdle pollution — stormwater’s tiny microplastic foe. Nurdles are small plastic pellets used to make most plastic products, typically ranging from 2-5 mm in diameter. When they enter stormwater drains and flow into waterways, nurdles and other microplastics pose…
[ad_1] Today S&P Global Ratings (S&P) affirmed its AA- long and A-1+ short-term issuer credit ratings for both the Council and Christchurch City Holdings Limited with a stable outlook. “We forecast Christchurch will maintain very strong operating surpluses over the next two years, reducing its overall cash deficits and debt compared with those of peers,…
[ad_1] Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has announced that Christchurch is the preferred location for a memorial, which would honour the 257 people who lost their lives when Flight TE901 crashed in Antarctica on 28 November 1979. The Ministry has paused further exploration of Auckland as a potential location for the Memorial. While…
[ad_1] In August, the Government announced a single, streamlined building consenting process would be established for grocery stores and a single building consenting authority would be selected to standardise the processes for supermarkets and help enable competition regionally or nationally. Today, the Finance Minister Nicola Willis has announced the Council has been selected as…
[ad_1] Celebrate Bishopdale 2025 Celebrate Bishopdale is back! Come together as a community to celebrate living in Bishopdale at this free, annual, family event. Enjoy a range of performances, stalls, activities and food. The event is held at Bishopdale Park and includes stage performances from local school groups, artists and organisations. There will be information…
[ad_1] This landmark exhibition at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū – developed in partnership with the Ngāi Tahu Archive – illuminates the promises made and the injustices wrought upon Ngāi Tahu by the Crown during a critical period in Aotearoa New Zealand’s history. Between 1844 and 1864, most of Te Waipounamu was ‘sold’…
[ad_1] Motu Move rolls out in Greater Christchurch Motu Move, Aotearoa New Zealand’s National Ticketing Solution, has launched in Greater Christchurch. Residents and visitors can now pay for Metro bus and ferry services using contactless credit/debit cards, phones, or smartwatches. Through the National Ticketing Solution (NTS), passengers can now pay for standard non-concession adult fares…
[ad_1] Today the Minister Responsible for RMA Reform Chris Bishop approved Christchurch City Council’s withdrawal of the remaining parts of Plan Change 14 – related to applying national Medium-Density Residential Standards (MDRS). “I am absolutely over the moon the Government has allowed us to withdraw from intensifying the rest of Christchurch,” Mayor Phil Mauger said. “We know what’s best for our city, it’s unique character, environment and needs so this…
[ad_1] The Council has made updates to the way it supplies natural hazard information in Land Information Memorandums (LIMs) as part of recent changes from the Government to the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA). LIMs: What’s changed? Clearer information: LIMs now have a dedicated natural hazards section. Hazard maps and online resources:…
[ad_1] The Council has mapped the latest data for flood events that are predicted to happen, on average, once every 10, 50, and 200 years. Head of Three Waters Gavin Hutchison says the updated mapping will help people to easily access the latest information and understand any predicted flooding for those events on a…
[ad_1] The Christchurch City Council reviewed its dog bylaw and policy over 2024 and 2025. During public consultation, many people shared their thoughts on how we should manage dogs in public places across the district. The updated rules came into effect on 3 November 2025. The Council’s Animal Management Manager, Lionel Bridger, says some are…
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[ad_1] Diwali: The Festival of Lights Join us at Tūranga for a vibrant celebration of Diwali: The Festival of Lights this Saturday. Experience the rich culture of India through a variety of performances representing different regions, followed by an engaging craft activity for children. All family are welcome, this event is free, no bookings required, and will be…
[ad_1] The current count has Mauger with 54,644 votes, a majority of almost 20,000. His nearest rival Sara Templeton received 34,726 votes. The next highest polling Mayoral candidate was Thomas Healey who received 1547 votes. Mayor-elect Mauger will be joined at the Council table by two new Councillors and 14 returning Councillors, as progress results…
[ad_1] The Adaptation Futures Conference (AF2025) – which is being held at Te Pae Convention Centre from 13 to 16 October – is recognised as the world’s largest and most influential climate adaptation gathering. This year’s conference will spotlight Pacific and indigenous leadership, with more than 90 countries represented across 200-plus sessions, masterclasses, field days,…
[ad_1] The new partnership is through the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme, which is the world’s largest multilateral research and innovation initiative. The city will be a key participant in the RISE-IN (Resilient Investment for Sustainable Environments) project, which pioneers innovative green financing solutions. The RISE-IN project is being co-ordinated by the Polytechnic of Milan….
[ad_1] The Chief Executive Performance and Employment Committee, chaired by Mayor Phil Mauger, presented its findings, highlighting significant improvements across key areas of Council operations and community engagement. Among the most notable achievements were: A rise in resident satisfaction with Council performance to 53%, up from 46% in 2024 and 43% in 2023. 84% of…
[ad_1] Go Live Festival Get ready, Ōtautahi. Go Live Festival is returning to Christchurch this winter with an epic line-up featuring Minuit, Tadpole and Slim. 15 acts will be hitting the Town Hall this Saturday evening, performing across four stages. Tickets are $35, get them now on Ticketmaster. Go Live will be on from 7…
[ad_1] The one-weekend-old celebration of architectural excellence is returning for its sixth edition on 1-3 May 2026 to shine the light on Christchurch’s buildings and landscapes of architectural, cultural and historical significance. The festival has grown from strength to strength since its 2021 inception, with increasing and diversifying participation from both attendees and collaborators indicating…
[ad_1] The report provides an overview of the strategic, financial, and governance context that will shape Council decision-making over the next three years. Read the report here. Developed to support informed participation in the democratic process, the report provides key insights for both prospective candidates and voters. It outlines organisational priorities, financial performance and forecasts,…
[ad_1] Halswell Quarry Volunteer Planting Day Pop along to Halswell Quarry Park to help plant native plants from 10am to 12pm on Saturday, in association with Trees for Canterbury. Look for directions outside the single-storey stone cottage on the main driveway of Halswell Quarry Park. Housing Cooperative Tour Take a group tour of a Housing…
[ad_1] Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger formally invited Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage to consider Christchurch as a location for the national memorial in December 2024. The memorial will honour the 257 people who lost their lives in 1979, when Flight TE901 crashed into the slopes of Mt Erebus in Antarctica. The potential sites…
[ad_1] Winter Fireworks Spectacular Round up your whānau and join us for the Winter Fireworks Spectacular set to your fave ‘Fire and Ice’ hits! Winter Fireworks Spectacular delivers a cracker fireworks display set to your favourite bangers celebrating all things ‘Fire and Ice’ including Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice and Light My Fire from…
[ad_1] That’s what the first Christchurch Conversation of 2025 will consider – how a truly walkable city could make for a vibrant, sustainable and liveable city. Presented by Te Pūtahi Centre for Architecture and City-Making, Steps to a Walkable Ōtautahi is being held from 6-7.30pm on Tuesday 15 July in the TSB Space at Tūranga….
[ad_1] The Mayor and Councillors have approved the Local Alcohol Policy (LAP), which will take effect in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula. It includes three main rules designed to address alcohol-related harm: All off-licence retailers must stop selling alcohol at 9pm daily, effective from October. This includes bottle stores and supermarkets. A freeze on new off-licences…
[ad_1] More than just a recreational facility, Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre will include a unique multi-sensory aquatic environment, specifically designed to foster exploration and play for individuals with sensory or disability needs. Aquatic Sensory Experience Features Beach entry pool – 90cm at the deep end Eight water features including fountains, misting spray, and jets…
[ad_1] Greater Christchurch bus fares to increase from 7 July 2025 From Monday 7 July 2025, bus and ferry fares will increase for Metro services across Christchurch, Selwyn, and Waimakariri. Chair Craig Pauling said this was a result of a decision made in December last year to increase public transport fares. “There’s no action needed…