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New steel frame helps stabilise Cathedral

17 Dec 2020

A large steel frame measuring 13.2 metres high by 10.3 metres wide has been installed on the western façade of Christ Church Cathedral.


Nominate a building for Open Christchurch 2026

5 Aug 2025

Calling all curious neighbours, inquisitive passers-by, design professionals and architecture lovers - nominate a building you think is worth celebrating at Open Christchurch 2026.


Time to hunt out your old photos

11 Oct 2022

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but last year’s winner of the Christchurch Photo Hunt competition is worth a lot more than that.


Street Talk: Ferry Road – from sea to city

2 Feb 2022

We have a number of key arterial routes in Christchurch but the one with arguably the longest and most interesting history is Ferry Road.


Pictures worth a thousand words

7 Oct 2021

Do you have a box of photos at the top of the wardrobe or under the bed? Do you think no-one would be interested in your old photos? Think again!


Clock tower repairs timed to start in July

26 Jun 2019

Work to repair and restore the damaged heritage clock towers in New Brighton and Scarborough will begin in July.


All you need to know for Princess Anne's visit to Christchurch

15 Feb 2023

The public are welcome to witness the dedication of the restored Citizens’ War Memorial in the presence of Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal, Princess Anne on Friday.


New lookout for Sign of the Bellbird

6 Dec 2021

A new lookout opposite the Sign of the Bellbird featuring stone walls and native plantings will be under construction by February.


New name reflects importance of cemetery

30 Jun 2021

A name change for Avonhead Park Cemetery will reflect its significant location as the interment site of the unidentified victims of the 22 February 2011 earthquake.


Name change on agenda for ‘spelling mistake’ creek

8 Apr 2021

Waipapa/Papanui-Innes Community Board members want to correct the historical misspelling of Kaputone Creek, seeking an official name change to Kā Pūtahi.