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[ad_1] “Since the projects base estimates were established, a number of other factors have driven increased costs. These include KiwiRail interfaces, project delays, contaminated material discovery and increased infrastructure renewals due to poor conditions,” a report to Christchurch City Councillors says. Read the full Finance and Performance Committee report here. The cost of the KiwiRail…
[ad_1] Singapore Airlines has announced a total of an extra 40 flights, flying three times a week from November 19, as well as the daily year-round service. General Manager of Aeronautical Development, Gordon Bevan, says indications suggest passengers will welcome and make good use of the extra flights three times a week. “South Islanders love…
[ad_1] The remaining 20% of the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula water supply is now required to be chlorinated which will take a number of weeks. Staff are beginning this process from today and it will be the end of the month before the first areas have chlorine reintroduced. “My colleagues and I are outraged to learn…
[ad_1] Ako Ōtautahi – Learning City Christchurch This weekend is your last chance to get involved in the Ako Ōtautahi Learning City Christchurch Festival! Free learning activities are happening all across the city and beyond, with a focus on celebrating all things learning. Learn about new plants during a foraging walk, make compost from your…
[ad_1] Greater Christchurch has seen rapid growth over the past 15 years and its population is expected to double within the next 60 years, if not earlier. The draft Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan proposes a pathway to ensure that development provides more affordable housing, emissions reduction and climate resilience. It has been developed by the…
[ad_1] A three year partnership between Christchurch Airport and Tourism New Zealand will grow high-quality visitation to Christchurch and the South Island. The airport and United Airlines recently announced the first direct flights from Christchurch to San Francisco. The new promotional partnership will support this route, alongside securing and promoting future airline routes. Christchurch Airport…
[ad_1] Running from 6 May to 20 August 2023, Absence brings together works from artists working across diverse mediums and eras. All connect with that central theme – from things that have been and gone to those we think may soon arrive. Covering a wide spectrum that includes the mournful and the mischievous, the monumental…
[ad_1] Next week more than 1500 international travel delegates and the country’s leading tourism operators will experience Ōtautahi during TRENZ, a four-day trade event designed to build relationships, broker business opportunities and explore new tourism experiences from the country’s visitation sector. TRENZ being held in Ōtautahi represents another significant milestone for the city. In 2019,…
[ad_1] The Draft Annual Plan 2023/24, which outlines the Council’s spending on projects and day-to-day services over the next financial year and how they’ll be financed, was released for public feedback in March. The public made 814 submissions before consultation closed on 10 April – a significant increase on the 515 received last year. Councillors…
[ad_1] United Airlines has announced a new Dreamliner 787 service will start on December 1 2023 and fly three times a week for four months. Christchurch Airport Chief Executive Justin Watson says the new service will get South Islanders to the United States on one flight and also responds to Americans’ interest in the South…
[ad_1] Race Director Chris Cox is thrilled by the response to the new central city loop course that takes in Hagley Park, Christchurch Town Hall, Cranmer Square and the Ōtākaro Avon River. “With a more compact course, we’re hoping to create a real buzz and festival atmosphere with spectators and supporters able to watch from…
[ad_1] Our New Zealand story starts in Christchurch and it’s an ideal city for large events. A congress of 1,500 delegates can own the city for the time they are here, not get lost in it. The fact the city is walkable is amazing. “The city embraces and understands the value of events. Everyone in…
[ad_1] ChristchurchNZ Chief Executive Ali Adams says a clear city identity is a recognised driver of economic development, because it makes it easier to explain why our city really is a great place to live, to work, to visit, to study, to invest and to play. And when residents buy into a city identity, it…
[ad_1] Possible discharge to waterway incident in Christchurch We have responded to an incident at a Blenheim Road business where liquid waste material has allegedly been discharged to land where it could enter local waterways. Christchurch West Melton zone delivery lead Nathan Dougherty provides the latest updates below. Update 5 April 2023 People and their…
[ad_1] Tūwhana, meaning ‘to advocate’, will be the first of its kind for the city, and Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger is patron of the programme. Designed to attract prestigious international conferences to Christchurch, the programme brings together influential thought leaders from multiple sectors and communities who work to promote Ōtautahi Christchurch as an international destination…
[ad_1] • World Economic Forum Global Shaper and Christchurch City Council Community Board member, Bridget Williams is the founder of Bead and Proceed, an organisation that educates people about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. • Appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire for her services as a triathlete, Erin Baker is…
[ad_1] Further wage increase agreed for Greater Christchurch bus drivers Environment Canterbury is pleased to announce a further wage increase for public transport bus drivers in Greater Christchurch. “We are committed to investing in the public transport driver workforce in Canterbury,” says General Manager of Public Transport Stewart Gibbon. “The increase leverages central government funding,…
[ad_1] See inside some of Christchurch’s most enchanting buildings and intriguing spaces as the annual Open Christchurch festival of architectural excellence returns in May. If you’ve been wanting to explore the amazing transformation of the Arts Centre’s Observatory Hotel, the heritage buildings at Christ’s College or Addington’s converted industrial treasure Woods Mill, you’re in luck….
[ad_1] Christchurch City Council is about to ramp up its resurfacing programme around the city. And this year, a large number of the roads which have been selected for repair have come straight from residents. “Through the Living in Christchurch survey late last year, we received a lot of feedback about the areas people used…
[ad_1] On 20 October 1862, the Albion Cricket Club wrote to the Christchurch City Council expressing outrage for a young man who insisted on riding his horse through cricket games in Latimer Square. Meanwhile on 5 July 1862, Officer of Customs W G Carver wrote to the Council wanting to step down from his responsibility…
[ad_1] Public transport infrastructure work will be accelerated following a $78 million funding injection. Minister for Transport Michael Wood announced today the funding to boost the Greater Christchurch Public Transport Futures Programme (‘PT Futures’). “The PT Futures programme helps make Greater Christchurch an even better place to live by reducing carbon emissions with more transport…
[ad_1] Christchurch’s six community boards are seeking feedback on their draft three-year plans. Community boards focus on more local issues and how these may influence the city-wide decision making of the Council. Christchurch City Council has six community boards covering the city and Banks Peninsula. “Democracy is put into action at neighbourhood level through community…
[ad_1] Christchurch City Council will soon notify proposed changes to its planning rulebook for housing and business growth. Councillors voted yesterday to proceed with consultation on proposed changes to the city’s District Plan – the Housing and Business Choice Plan Change (Plan Change 14) and the Heritage Plan Change (Plan Change 13). Notification on both plan…
[ad_1] As one section of Te Ara Ihutai Christchurch Coastal Pathway is completed, work is beginning on another, with Main Road temporarily narrowing to one lane. Fulton Hogan is currently hard at work on the final section of Pathway passing through Moncks Bay. Once finished, it will cover 6.5 kilometres and provide access to the…
[ad_1] Public transport infrastructure work will be accelerated following a $78 million funding injection. Minister for Transport Michael Wood announced today the funding to boost the Greater Christchurch Public Transport Futures Programme (‘PT Futures’). “The PT Futures programme helps make Greater Christchurch an even better place to live by reducing carbon emissions with more transport…
[ad_1] Christchurch’s six community boards are seeking feedback on their draft three-year plans. Community boards focus on more local issues and how these may influence the city-wide decision making of the Council. Christchurch City Council has six community boards covering the city and Banks Peninsula. “Democracy is put into action at neighbourhood level through community…
[ad_1] Celebrate our creative artists this weekend! Culture Fest 2023 Celebrate the amazing cultural diversity in our community! Featuring local food trucks, cultural music items, community groups and more – all for a free entry fee. Come along and celebrate with us at Riccarton High School Hall, 31 Vicki Street Sockburn, from 4:30pm to 8pm…
[ad_1] Christchurch Pride is growing stronger and stronger each year, and 2023 is no different. Christchurch City Council are excited to support the annual event which celebrates and brings together the diverse groups within the LGBTQIA+ community. Pride 2023 will run from 10 March to 19 March, with a variety of events, initiatives, and celebrations. “Greater…
[ad_1] As one section of Te Ara Ihutai Christchurch Coastal Pathway is completed, work is beginning on another, with Main Road temporarily narrowing to one lane. Fulton Hogan is currently hard at work on the final section of Pathway passing through Moncks Bay. Once finished, it will cover 6.5 kilometres and provide access to the…
[ad_1] There’s heaps going on in Christchurch and beyond this weekend! Check it out below. Children’s Day 2023 Children’s Day is all about celebrating our tamariki, with live performances, free rides and fun stallholder activities! This free event is being held on Sunday between 11am to 3pm at the Green Space, corner of 152 New…