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The Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub Operations Leader took part in this year’s Tuia Programme, giving participants the opportunity to connect into a national forum of rangatahi Māori leaders, enhance leadership skills, learn about local government and receive mentorship from the mayor. “I was interested in joining the kaupapa after a friend had gone through…
Talented local acts will perform on the Archery Lawn from 1 – 4pm over three Sunday afternoons, with concerts on 1 February, 8 February and 22 February. “From emerging artists to well-known Ōtautahi favourites, Summer Sundays always delivers sweet sounds and a laid-back atmosphere,” says Christchurch City Council’s Events and Arts Manager Lucy Blackmore. “Gather…
Schools in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula were invited to create a video explaining why they should be amongst the first to take a ride down Christchurch’s newest hydroslides. Today Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger paid a visit to the school to congratulate Lyttelton students on their winning entry. Parakiore hydroslides Looping Rocket – a trapdoor slide…
The Te Kaha Surrounding Streets project (Isaac Construction), the Aldwins-Ensors-Ferry Intersection upgrade (Isaac Construction), and the Colombo and Gloucester Street Upgrade (HEB Construction) all received awards at the recent CCNZ ceremony. Head of Transport and Waste Management Lynette Ellis says winning the awards is acknowledgement of the incredible collaboration, dedication, and expertise that each member…
The project will see road, safety, and accessibility improvements between Hawke Street and Bowhill Road. A section of Marine Parade near Hawke Street will be surfaced with asphalt, as well as kerb and channel renewal, pedestrian safety improvements and bus stop upgrades. The water main between Bowhill Road and Lonsdale Street will also be renewed, including…
Royal A&P Show of New Zealand The Royal A&P Show is kicking off today with three jam-packed days ahead. Enjoy non-stop entertainment from equestrian competitions, shearing, and international woodchopping to helicopter rides, lawn mower racing and even the good old-fashioned gumboot throw. Explore over 400 trade sites, grab a bite to eat at the South…
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’ to…
The roading work includes: traffic signals at the intersection of Harewood Road, Gardiners Road and Breens Road a new signalised pedestrian crossing at Harewood School widening the path adjacent to 99 Stanleys Road replacing the kerb on the western side of the Stanleys Road intersection widening the pedestrian refuge island at the Wooldridge Road intersection…
A new, temporary garden at 2 London Street is bringing the site’s history to life and reimagining aspects of the building that previously stood there. The site was once home to the United Friendly Society Dispensary from 1886 to 1918, and provided healthcare services similar to those now in modern pharmacies and chemists. The garden beds trace the footprint of the dispensary building and are…
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 decision…
Jellie Park’s outdoor pools, Waltham Pool, Templeton Pool and The Norman Kirk Memorial Pool in Lyttelton all open on Saturday 15 November, with Te Hāpua Halswell Pool following a day later on Sunday 16 November at 11.30am. The paddling pools for younger visitors at Scarborough, New Brighton, the Botanic Gardens, Spencer Park in Spencerville, Edgar Macintosh Park in Bryndwr, Avebury Park in Richmond, Woodham Park in Linwood, and Abberley Park in…
The Council voted in June to go out for consultation about the carpark, with two options being put forward for public feedback from today (10 November). Option One would see the Council retain ownership of the car park but change the operating model to improve financial performance. The second option would see the car park…
Showcasing the stellar talents of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra (CSO) the free, open-air event returns to North Hagley Park on Saturday 14 February. With conductor Tom Rainey at the helm, the CSO will join with guest artists to present a sparkling evening of contemporary and classical music based around the theme of love. Now in…
The 2081 square-metre section at 129 Gloucester Street is being developed into a mixed-use site with temporary car parking and a public open space. The site, in between the new Court Theatre and the Isaac Theatre Royal, will have 56 carparks and an additional five parks for mobility impaired patrons. Head of Facilities and Property…
Cuban Chill-out Come along to the Cuban Chill-out event to celebrate the last day of Cuban Art Exhibition… Never to leave! Join us at Tūranga for a family art project and the iconic film Buena Vista Social Club. Bring your popcorn and refreshments, and come and chill-out with us! Join in the art project from…
At nearly 400 pages, Whenua is rich with large images of paintings, prints, sculptures, weaving, carving, ceramics, photographs and moving image artworks that consider how the land has been seen and represented in the art of Aotearoa. Whenua, hardcover, 392 pages, published by Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū “The land has long been…
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: Where…
The 2081 square-metre section at 129 Gloucester Street is being developed into a mixed-use site with temporary car parking and a public open space. The site, in between the new Court Theatre and the Isaac Theatre Royal, will have 56 carparks for staff working in the Performing Arts Precinct, and an additional five parks for…
After last year’s Christchurch City Council New Year’s Eve events were cancelled due to bad weather, organisers are hoping for a sunny afternoon and a starry night on Wednesday 31 December. Starting at 4pm the whānau-friendly NYE Kids Countdown with Hydrate IHF includes three hours of games, live music, dance battles – and a special kids’…
The Inspections Support team entered the annual CRM/CCNNZ Contact Centre Awards for the inaugural time this year and took out the top prize in the Building Support Services category. The team deal predominantly with builders booking inspections to check construction work in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula, as well as ensuring all related paperwork is received…
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 given…
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 new…
Animals have sensitive hearing and are easily spooked by the loud noises and bright flashes created by fireworks being let off on and around 5 November. Animal Services Manager Lionel Bridger says the Council’s animal management team loves to reunite pet owners with their animals, however there are steps people can take to stop pets…
Crown Infrastructure Delivery (CID) Chief Executive John O’Hagan and Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger today welcomed the handover of Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre from the Crown to Christchurch City Council, marking the beginning of commissioning ahead of opening. O’Hagan says the completion of Parakiore comes at a time when the city is growing, events are…
Mayor Phil Mauger said the Report, which was adopted at today’s Council meeting, shows another year of strong performance for Christchurch and Banks Peninsula. “I am so proud of the resilient, thriving city we’ve built together and are continuing to grow with new people and businesses choosing to make the ‘capital of cool’ their home…
Summer Theatre is a highlight of Christchurch City Council’s summer events programme, and this year is no exception. Elves, orcs and halflings will take centre stage at the Archery Lawn in The Lord of the Rings in 90 Minutes! An Unauthorised Comedy by Rollicking Entertainment (and JRR Tolkien). The company behind the 2025 hit, The Complete…
Riverside Farmers Market Soak up the festive fun at the Riverside Farmers Market this Sunday. Expect fresh local produce, new and familiar stalls, live music and a buzzing Riverside vibe. The market will be on at Riverside from 10am – 2pm Sunday. DINOvember @ Te Hāpua This month at Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre we’re celebrating…
The appointment was announced during the inaugural Council meeting held today at Tūranga, where the Mayor and Councillors were officially sworn in for the 2025–2028 triennium. “This is a great opportunity for Victoria to take a step up and work alongside me as Deputy Mayor for the term,” Mayor Phil Mauger said. “I think we…
The Department of Internal Affairs signed off on Christchurch City Council’s Water Services Delivery Plan, as part of the Government’s Local Water Done Well reforms. The plan sets out how the city will sustainably deliver and fund water services over the next 10 years. It confirms the Council will retain in-house control of drinking…
Living Archives delves into the Gallery’s collection and archives, charting personal stories about art and history in Aotearoa. The exhibition explores how trends, taste, technology, politics and social norms have shaped record-keeping, and thereby how we remember and think about the past. Ngataiharuru Taepa Te Mahara 2018. Oxides and acrylic on wood. Collection of Christchurch…