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Join the Multicultural Advisory Group
Christchurch City Council is seeking nominations for new members of the Multicultural Advisory Group that will help Christchurch fulfil its promise of being an inclusive, multicultural city that welcomes all.
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Join the Multicultural Advisory Group
11 Mar 2026Christchurch City Council is seeking nominations for new members of the Multicultural Advisory Group that will help Christchurch fulfil its promise of being an inclusive, multicultural city that welcomes all.
Councillors map out their approach to the next Long Term Plan
Councillors are beginning the work to shape how Christchurch City Council’s services, infrastructure and major projects will be delivered and funded over the next decade.
Council investigating wastewater plant mitigations
To mitigate the ongoing stench coming from its Wastewater Treatment Plant, Christchurch City Council is investigating pumping a portion of treated wastewater straight to the existing ocean outfall pipe.
Water |
2 Mar 2026
Wainui boil water notice lifted
The boil water notice affecting the Wainui water supply zone has been lifted.
Advocate for your suburb's priorities
Have we got the priorities right for your neighbourhood? Help shape your future with Christchurch's community boards.
25 Feb 2026
Rams and Pouākai make Parakiore home
Parakiore is officially the new home of the Canterbury Rams and Mainland Pouākai basketball teams.
State of Emergency declared for Banks Peninsula
A Local State of Emergency has today been declared for Banks Peninsula.
Forecasted heavy rain to impact Christchurch
Residents are encouraged to prepare for rain predicted to impact Christchurch and Banks Peninsula from later today, with the heaviest period expected overnight from Monday to Tuesday.
Want to play a part in emergency response?
Civil Defence Emergency Management has sent out the call for budding response team members around the city.
Central city, Sport & recreation |
18 Feb 2026
Local State of Emergency lifted
Mayor Phil Mauger has lifted the Local State of Emergency in Banks Peninsula.
Honouring our heritage throughout the rebuild
Following the 15th anniversary of the 22 February earthquake, we’re looking at different Council aspects of the rebuild, and how far we’ve come. Starting with heritage in the city.
Boil water notice lifted
The boil water notice affecting Christchurch’s Rawhiti water supply zone has been lifted.
Council issues boil water notice for Rawhiti water supply zone
Residents and visitors to areas of New Brighton, Burwood, Wainoni, Aranui and Southshore are being advised to boil their water until further notice after a sample within the zone was found to be contaminated.
Extreme weather |
23 Feb 2026
Water |
16 Feb 2026
Sport & recreation, Water |
12 Feb 2026
