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Summer Theatre takes epic journey to Middle Earth
Elves, hobbits and orcs will take over the Botanic Gardens on Friday night as The Lord of The Rings in 90 Minutes! makes its debut on the Archery Lawn.
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Summer Theatre takes epic journey to Middle Earth
5 Jan 2026Elves, hobbits and orcs will take over the Botanic Gardens on Friday night as The Lord of The Rings in 90 Minutes! makes its debut on the Archery Lawn.
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Ngāi Tahu Land deeds come together at Christchurch Art Gallery
For the first time since their signing in the mid-1800s, the 10 Ngāi Tahu land sale purchase deeds will be on display together.
Explore our art landscape with Whenua book
The importance of whenua in Aotearoa New Zealand’s art history, examined through the work of more than 100 of this country’s most celebrated artists, is the subject of a major new book from Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū.
Behind the scenes at the Gallery with new exhibition
A new exhibition at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū will shine a light on the often-hidden world of art archives.
Exhibition showcases renowned New Zealand painter
A new Gallery exhibition showcases one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s foremost modernist painters renowned for his street scenes and portraits.
The call is out for central city creatives
As Toi Auaha Rolleston House celebrates its 3-year anniversary, it’s calling for expressions of interest from local artists and creatives interested in hiring studios.
Kora to headline free NYE25 show
Renowned Aotearoa band, Kora, will ignite the stage for a memorable New Year’s Eve at North Hagley Park.
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Steps towards making Christchurch more pedestrian friendly
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Get set for the Winter Fireworks Spectacular
This weekend, thousands will flock to New Brighton Beach for a spectacular fireworks show put on by Christchurch City Council.
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