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New variable speed zones will make it safer to get to school
Speed limits are being lowered at the start and end of the school day to make it safer for tamariki and rangatahi to get to schools and kura in Ōtautahi Christchurch and Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula.
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Painting the sky with colour at Kite Day
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New variable speed zones will make it safer to get to school
YesterdaySpeed limits are being lowered at the start and end of the school day to make it safer for tamariki and rangatahi to get to schools and kura in Ōtautahi Christchurch and Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula.
Public transport improvements included on national list
Public transport improvements for Greater Christchurch are a step closer after being included on a list of nationally important infrastructure priorities.
Council welcomes local government review
Christchurch City Council supports the Government’s intention to simplify local government, reduce duplication, and strengthen regional performance.
2 Dec 2025
New plans for the mall at New Brighton
The mall at New Brighton is getting a long-awaited upgrade, and Christchurch City Council is inviting the community to weigh in on its plans.
Water and roading infrastructure in the northwest is being upgraded
Water and roading infrastructure in the city’s northwest is being upgraded to make sure these essential services continue to meet the needs of our growing communities.
Milestone as Lancaster Park Community Centre opens
The redevelopment of historic Lancaster Park is a step closer to completion following the opening of a new community centre and change rooms this week.
Beat the heat with your pooch
Pet owners are being reminded to take the heat off their animals over the warmer months.
Painting the sky with colour at Kite Day
The skies above New Brighton beach will be filled with colourful, fluttering kites on Saturday 24 January.
Akaroa Wharf focus of photography competition
Akaroa’s iconic wharf is set to be photographed hundreds of times over its final summer.
Dogs |
26 Nov 2025
Things to do |
25 Nov 2025
Water |
20 Nov 2025
Safety and water upgrades on Harewood Road get underway
Safety and water upgrades on Harewood Road – including the installation of new traffic signals at the intersection of Harewood, Gardiners and Breens Road – are getting underway next week.
It’s party time – again!
Christchurch City Council is kickstarting the summer season this weekend with the opening of its five outdoor summer pools and eight paddling pools.
Consultation opens for Lichfield Street Carpark
Christchurch residents are being encouraged to give their feedback on the future of Council-owned Lichfield Street Carpark.
Clearer natural hazard information for Christchurch properties
Christchurch property buyers and owners now have access to clearer, more consistent information about natural hazards when requesting information from the Council about land.
Have your say |
10 Nov 2025
Dogs |
3 Nov 2025
