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“Christchurch is not just another big city that could be anywhere in the world, but a destination with a real point of difference for delegates. It will be a lifetime experience for them to meet with local academics and they will have incredible opportunities for pre and post touring and field trips,” Arnold says. Dr…
The world’s first climate positive sports and entertainment property, SailGP recognises its shared responsibility to protect the environments in which it operates and has rigorous marine mammal protection protocols in place for every city it visits, including Ōtautahi, Christchurch. The MMMP for the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix has been developed under the guidance…
The world’s first climate positive sports and entertainment property, SailGP recognises its shared responsibility to protect the environments in which it operates and has rigorous marine mammal protection protocols in place for every city it visits, including Ōtautahi, Christchurch. The MMMP for the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix has been developed under the guidance…
“Support from The Ministry of Awesome at Te Ōhaka Centre for Growth and Innovation was key during the foundational early days of Partly. Alongside the Ara Institute of Canterbury and ChristchurchNZ, the Founder Catalyst incubator there provides a space where innovation, tenacity, and the freedom to fail was the norm,” says Taylor. “Being a part…
“The HIT Lab NZ focuses on helping support people in carrying out their work and leisure tasks. New Zealand companies and organisations regularly come to us, asking how immersive technologies can help them in providing solutions to real problems. Whether it’s Fire and Emergency (FENZ), SnowSportsNZ, or for-profit companies, our students and staff love working…
Although no matches will be held in Christchurch, Cantabrian football fans can still feel part of this amazing event, as our city will be the Team Basecamp and proudly host Japan and Costa Rica during one of the largest sporting events of the decade. Kicking off Thursday 20th July at Eden Park and played across…
The report commissioned by ChristchurchNZ found 51% or 10,389 of the total 20,285 unique attendees to the All Blacks Rugby Championship Test match on August 27 were from outside of the Canterbury region. The report from independent industry experts Fresh Info measures everything from tourist numbers to spend by visitors, satisfaction, and resident pride to…
David Tayler is our new Head of the Christchurch Antarctic office. An experienced economic developer with a strong commercial background and proven domestic and international experience spanning across the business sectors of FMCG, Exporting, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Agritech and Financial Services. This appointment is an internal promotion with Dave having spent that last 16 months…
Each one of our programmes needs slightly different advice. Fresh Shorts has the most applications because there are funds attached to it so it is probably the most competitive. It’s best to spend the time really making sure your application will stand out. Story Camp and Film Up get a similar amount of applications but…
Trolgar & Me | Feature Film Well-known local Producers Tony Simpson and Victoria Dabbs, and Director Gillian Ashurst have teamed up to tell the tale of Trolgar, a banished Norwegian troll, who befriends 12 year-old Maia and her Grandad. Together they must form a plan to help Maia’s new BFF get back safely to Norway,…
The toolkit has come about as a result of Canterbury businesses being heavily impacted by the skills shortage affecting their ability to meet consumer demands and to take advantage of growth opportunities. The toolkit promotes the great lifestyle and career balance in New Zealand’s second largest city – including affordable housing, access to the outdoors,…
After an overview of regional economic indicators from Martin Cudd, ChristchurchNZ’s General Manager Innovation and Business Growth, three workforce experts presented their insights, followed by a panel discussion. The guest speakers were: Tracey Cotter-Martin, Datacom – Associate Director Futures, Insights & Experience Hinepounamu Apanui-Barr, Tokona te Raki – Rangatahi Researcher Ishan Brailsford, Regional Skills Leadership…
Over 4,000 residents and nearly 10,000 visitors have so far contributed to work on two Destination Management Plans for the region and a Christchurch city identity, or story, that defines who we are. ChristchurchNZ has today called for local agencies to submit a registration of interest in helping develop the new city identity next year…
After an 11-year hiatus, passenger cruises have returned to Christchurch. It’s incredibly exciting to have welcomed cruise visitors back – almost 170,000 will dock on the brand new purpose-built Lyttelton terminal between October and mid-April. This is a significant milestone, and the new Lyttelton cruise terminal means more to the region than just a rebuild….
“It is an absolute coup to have someone of Jen’s calibre on board to help build our sector to be the strongest, and most collaborative in New Zealand. She brings with her an enormous amount of knowledge, networks, destination marketing, project management strategy insights and innovation skills,” Crum says. “Our beautiful riverside city of Ōtautahi…
Nominated in the Collaboration category, the award recognises initiatives which demonstrate best practice partnership working to further economic outcomes. Launched in June, the PowerUp campaign is focussed on supporting Canterbury women into work and arming them with knowledge and tools to make informed choices along their career path. It is centred around a regionalised information…
I was in a number of commercial roles post my MBA degree, so my commercial expertise runs deep. NZTE is very connected to its customers and one of the biggest things it does well is partnering with businesses. I’ve sat across exporters from early stage through to multi-billion dollar companies who have all got their…
Combine this with some of the amazing deep space images we are starting to see from the James Webb telescope and I hope you can sense my excitement at how our city can be part of some of the most scientifically-innovative and awe-inspiring discovery happening in the world. And as we know from our city’s…
“Whakaraupō, Lyttelton Harbour will be a venue like no other for SailGP. Event-goers will be up-close to the action on the water, with Naval Point grandstands just 40m from the course, which is visually stunning in a unique natural amphitheatre. As the first-ever carbon positive sporting event in the world, we are proud to host…
Ōtautahi Christchurch will host economic developers from across Aotearoa New Zealand at the Economic Development New Zealand (EDNZ) 2022 conference. The event will include international and national leading figures in economic development practice and two days of plenary, panel and workshop sessions. The conference will cover topics including: how infrastructure plays an integral part in…
MBIE defines it as bringing together different stakeholders to achieve the common goal of developing a well-managed, sustainable visitor destination. It is an ongoing process that requires destinations to plan for the future and considers the social, economic, cultural and environmental risks and opportunities. It is much more than just marketing and promoting a destination,…
Bounsa – an online professional development marketplace for bouncing ideas off experts, providing in-the-moment learning when you need it. Dust and glow – takes the water, plastic waste and nonsense out of beauty products – hair and skincare products in powder form. Remly – an HR solution that simplifies the journey from education to employment….
Simon Anderson, Acting General Manager of Innovation and Business Growth at ChristchurchNZ commented that the pre-accelerator partnership with Ministry of Awesome is an example of Christchurch’s prolific approach to health care that brings together a creative and inspiring network integrating world-class healthcare, research, innovation, education and industry. “The Challenge itself isn’t just about accelerating global…
“As passionate champions for Ōtautahi Christchurch, we are really excited to be working with Resonance on this project,” said Creative Agent’s Kris Herbert, the project lead. “They are the global leaders in this area and we believe our city deserves nothing less. Our Christchurch-based team has the connections and experience to lead local engagement so…
‘Turn Up The Heat’ is Christchurch’s newest festival running throughout August (1-31 August 2022). The fiery theme is about bringing energy, excitement and spice to the Central City during the last month of winter. The festival will feature a mix of art and performances focusing on Ōtautahi artists. There’s a martini murder mystery at Elizas…
“I think as females we are tough on ourselves and that makes job hunting hard. But now I know I can rise above that. We are stronger and braver than we think and know way more than what we think. So just believe in yourself. If you can’t believe in yourself, then how can anyone…
Improving productivity through investment in technology, automation, and systems were cited as examples that business should be looking to when skills shortages are constraining their operations or growth aspirations. McElroy said, “The Christchurch tech sector is going through a massive boom,” and cited Datacom’s growth to almost double the number of employees in Christchurch in…
June 15 Editorial, The Press “A big moment in city’s future”. “Hordes of visiting business people contribute to the low hum of a functioning city. They make a place seem vital. They fill hotel rooms and restaurants, and… they spend money”. Stuff: “optimism and excitement is in the air as central Christchurch prepares to open…
Kicking off from October 7, the Tri-Series will involve seven matches over eight days at Hagley Oval as part of the build-up to the T20 World Cup in Australia. It will be the last chance for fans to see these top cricketers in action before they jet across the Tasman for the World Cup showdown….
“New Zealand’s aerospace sector is stretching what’s possible for global aerospace technology and capability. We are delighted to support the 2022 Christchurch Aerospace Challenge, gathering bright minds, and getting their world-leading ideas recognised and ready to disrupt aerial imagery capture globally.” UAS & Woods was one of three finalists, who were each awarded $10,000 grants…