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Author: Otakaro

Former Oxford Clinic site sold for health development

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Otakaro

Latest update: 04/02/2021 Former Oxford Clinic site sold for health development February 2021 Ōtākaro Limited has successfully completed the sale of 36-44 Oxford Terrace to Huadu International Management Group Limited (HIMG). HIMG plans to redevelop the 1763sqm former Oxford Clinic building site into a medical services facility. “This is a good outcome for Christchurch as…

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Heaviest Anchor Project lifts underway

Posted on December 2, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 02/12/2020 Heaviest Anchor Project lifts underway December 2020 The heaviest lift in the construction of any Anchor Project to date has been carried out at Christchurch’s Metro Sports Facility, with the installation of the first 63-tonne roof truss section. Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says the 43-metre-long roof truss section weighs the…

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New owner for 224 Cashel Street

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 20/11/2020 New owner for 224 Cashel Street November 2020 Ōtākaro Limited has today successfully completed the sale of the building at 224 Cashel Street, Christchurch, to Huadu International Management Group Limited (HIMG). HIMG plans to redevelop the former IRD building into a combined training and research medical facility specialising in the field of…

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https://www.otakaroltd.co.nz/anchor-projects/convention-centre/

Posted on November 4, 2020 by Otakaro

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https://www.otakaroltd.co.nz/anchor-projects/metro-sports-facility/

Posted on November 4, 2020 by Otakaro

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https://www.otakaroltd.co.nz/anchor-projects/avon-river-precinct/

Posted on November 4, 2020 by Otakaro

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https://www.otakaroltd.co.nz/anchor-projects/the-south-frame/

Posted on November 4, 2020 by Otakaro

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Avon Loop treasure hunt starting this weekend

Posted on July 7, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 25/06/2020 Avon Loop treasure hunt starting this weekend June 2020 $1500 worth of kayaking and cycling equipment will be up for grabs in the Avon Loop treasure hunt, which starts on 27 June to celebrate the completion of Ōtākaro Limited’s work along the riverside. Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says the treasure…

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Former Odeon Theatre and neighbouring properties set to go under the hammer

Posted on July 7, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 30/06/2020 Former Odeon Theatre and neighbouring properties set to go under the hammer June 2020 Ōtākaro Limited is selling two of Christchurch’s high profile heritage buildings in the CBD’s South Frame – the former Odeon Theatre in Tuam Street and the neighbouring Lawrie & Wilson Auctioneers property. Included in the offering is 761sq…

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North Frame pedestrian bridge concept design completed

Posted on May 29, 2020July 7, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 03/07/2019 North Frame pedestrian bridge concept design completed July 2019 Construction of a pedestrian bridge in the North Frame will get underway around November, connecting the City Promenade to Cambridge Terrace. Ōtākaro Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says the 32-metre-long bridge will make the trip through the city along the Avon River Precinct quicker…

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Avon Loop work to get underway later this year

Posted on May 29, 2020July 7, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 05/08/2019 Avon Loop work to get underway later this year August 2019 Work on the final section of Te Papa Ōtākaro/Avon River Precinct is expected to get underway later this year with Ōtākaro Limited completing the design for the ‘Avon Loop’, and issuing a Request for Tender for construction. The Avon Loop is…

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Heath Precinct bus shelters opening soon

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 16/10/2019 Heath Precinct bus shelters opening soon October 2019 A major redevelopment of central Christchurch’s busiest bus stops is nearly complete, with the new Health Precinct bus bays and shelters ready for use from 21 October. Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says it is pleasing to have completed the project almost a…

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Avon Loop redevelopment underway

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 21/10/2019 Avon Loop redevelopment underway October 2019 Work to upgrade the Avon Loop, the section of Oxford Terrace between Kilmore Street and Fitzgerald Avenue, is now underway says Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman. “This is the final section of Oxford Terrace to be redeveloped as part of the Te Papa Ōtākaro/Avon River…

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Mana Motuhake unveiled in Victoria Square

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 27/11/2019 Mana Motuhake unveiled in Victoria Square November 2019 A new artwork – Mana Motuhake – has today been unveiled in Victoria Square. “At almost five metres tall, the two waka stand shoulder to shoulder with Queen Victoria as Christchurch’s way of acknowledging the significance of its shared cultural history,” says Ōtākaro Limited…

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Braided river façade one quarter complete at Te Pae Christchurch

Posted on May 28, 2020May 29, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 27/02/2020 Braided river façade one quarter complete at Te Pae Christchurch January 2020 The braided river effect of Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre’s façade is taking shape, with CPB Contractors having now installed a quarter of the 43,000 herringbone tiles. Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says achieving this iconic look has been…

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Avon Loop pathway open

Posted on May 28, 2020May 29, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 28/02/2020 Avon Loop pathway open February 2020 Central Christchurch’s first dedicated canoe and kayak launching ramp is now ready for use as part of Ōtākaro Limited’s upgrade of the Avon Loop riverside. Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says a new pedestrian and cycle-friendly path and boardwalk have also been incorporated into the…

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Ōtākaro Limited – COVID-19 update

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Otakaro

Latest update: 14/04/2020 Ōtākaro Limited – COVID-19 update April 2020 Like most organisations, the lockdown has had a big impact on our day to day work delivering major projects in Christchurch. While there’s a lot we can’t control, we are doing everything possible to get these projects finished as soon as we can. Here our…

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