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Christchurch: A great place to be
What Christchurch had to say about alcohol-related harm
The Mayor and Councillors are now weighing up the community’s views on how alcohol should be sold and supplied in Christchurch.
Addington Brook renewal progressing well
Stage two of the Addington Brook renewal programme in South Hagley Park is well underway, with half of the earthworks and all of the tree removals now completed.
Have your say |
5 Jun 2025
Council innovation under spotlight
Ways Christchurch City Council is leveraging innovative solutions to shape the city will be showcased to the community this week.
Work continues on Christchurch's Annual Plan
Residents have had their say on Christchurch City Council’s Annual Plan for the coming year and now workshops will start next week.
Antigua Street to be upgraded ahead of Parakiore opening
Antigua Street, from Moorhouse Avenue to St Asaph Street, will get a makeover ahead of the opening of Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre.
Watch: Latest look inside new stadium
From the roof to the grounds – and everywhere in between – the city’s new stadium is rapidly coming together.
19 May 2025
Council updates |
16 May 2025
Central city |
13 May 2025
New bridge for Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor
A fourth river crossing will be constructed in the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor, completing the first phase of the City to Sea Pathway.
Students win opportunity to gild iconic painting frame
Three local youngsters went behind the scenes last week, helping to gild the frame on one of Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū’s most treasured paintings.
Feedback open on three ways of tackling alcohol-related issues
Three ways of tackling alcohol-related issues in the community are now out for feedback, with Christchurch City Council proposing its Draft Local Alcohol Policy.
One year until new stadium opens
The countdown is on until Christchurch’s new stadium opens its doors.
Council updates |
14 Apr 2025
Make way for the Christchurch Marathon
More than 6,000 people are set take on the Christchurch Marathon, so plan your journey ahead if you’re heading into the central city.
Feedback opens on Moorhouse Ave intersection improvements
Public consultation opens today on Christchurch City Council’s plan to make improvements at two intersections on Moorhouse Avenue.
Tsunami siren test marks end of daylight saving
Residents along Christchurch’s coastline will hear a tsunami sirens test coinciding with the end of daylight saving.
Tuia programme building future leaders
A programme aimed at developing young Māori leaders and deepening their knowledge of local government has been “life-changing” for one young Christchurch woman.
Central city |
10 Apr 2025
Staff satisfaction on the rise at Christchurch City Council
The results of this year’s Working@Council survey reveal a steady improvement in staff satisfaction across Christchurch City Council.
Hearings to begin as Council finalises its Annual Plan
More than 1000 submissions from the community will be considered on Christchurch City Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2025/26.
