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Explore Christchurch's exceptional architecture at Open Christchurch

The programme for Open Christchurch 2026 has been released for your chance to have a look through some of the city's most notable buildings.

Arts & Culture  |  Yesterday
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Culture Galore bigger, better than ever

Arts & Culture  |  12 Mar 2026

Go Live lineup turns up the nostalgia

Arts & Culture, City life  |  11 Mar 2026

Public consultation planned for Cathedral Square

City life  |  11 Mar 2026

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Explore Christchurch's exceptional architecture at Open Christchurch

Arts & Culture  |  Yesterday

The programme for Open Christchurch 2026 has been released for your chance to have a look through some of the city's most notable buildings.

City to Sea pathway extends

Community matters  |  Yesterday

Another big jump in satisfaction with the Council

City life  |  19 Mar 2026

Latest updates on the Wastewater Treatment Plant

Community matters  |  20 Mar 2026

City to Sea pathway extends

Community matters  |  Yesterday

Another big jump in satisfaction with the Council

City life  |  19 Mar 2026

Latest updates on the Wastewater Treatment Plant

Community matters  |  20 Mar 2026

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Surfing, book sales, pottery and family days this weekend

Community matters  |  20 Mar 2026

Take a peek at One New Zealand Stadium

City life  |  18 Mar 2026

Council briefed on Mass Rapid Transit route protection process

Planning & building  |  17 Mar 2026

Surfing, book sales, pottery and family days this weekend

Community matters  |  20 Mar 2026

Take a peek at One New Zealand Stadium

City life  |  18 Mar 2026

Council briefed on Mass Rapid Transit route protection process

Planning & building  |  17 Mar 2026

Take the plunge at the Pooch Pool Party

Community matters  |  17 Mar 2026

Archives preserve city’s architectural plans

Arts & Culture  |  16 Mar 2026

Public consultation planned for Cathedral Square

City life  |  11 Mar 2026

Take the plunge at the Pooch Pool Party

Community matters  |  17 Mar 2026

Archives preserve city’s architectural plans

Arts & Culture  |  16 Mar 2026

Public consultation planned for Cathedral Square

City life  |  11 Mar 2026

Community matters

Get connected, get involved

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.

Neighbourhood news, Supporting communities  |  11 Mar 2026

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 updates, Planning for the future  |  9 Mar 2026

Join the Multicultural Advisory Group

Neighbourhood news, Supporting communities  |  11 Mar 2026

Councillors map out their approach to the next Long Term Plan

Council updates, Planning for the future  |  9 Mar 2026

City life

Christchurch: A great place to be

Central city on full display after long rebuild

After the 15th anniversary of the 22 February earthquakes, we’re taking a look at different Council aspects of the rebuild, and how far we’ve come. Next up, the central city.

Infrastructure upgrades, Libraries, Parks and playgrounds, Planning for the future, Sport & recreation, Things to do  |  27 Feb 2026

What’s your property worth?

Christchurch City Council has released the latest revaluations for properties across the city.

Housing  |  25 Feb 2026

Central city on full display after long rebuild

Infrastructure upgrades, Libraries, Parks and playgrounds, Planning for the future, Sport & recreation, Things to do  |  27 Feb 2026

What’s your property worth?

Housing  |  25 Feb 2026

Environment

Looking after our natural resources

Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor shines, grows and cycles since quake

In the wake of the 15th anniversary of the 22 February earthquakes, we’re taking a look at different Council aspects of the rebuild, and how far we’ve come. Next up, the residential red zone's Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor (OARC).

Better streets & spaces, Innovation, Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor, Parks and playgrounds, Sport & recreation, Supporting communities, Transport options  |  26 Feb 2026

Southshore erosion and flood protection can now get underway

The long-awaited project to build erosion and flood protection structures along Te Ihutai/Avon-Heathcote Estuary edge in Southshore and South New Brighton is set to begin, following the approval of resource consent this week.

Better streets & spaces, Caring for the environment, Climate change, Land use and growth  |  4 Feb 2026

Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor shines, grows and cycles since quake

Better streets & spaces, Innovation, Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor, Parks and playgrounds, Sport & recreation, Supporting communities, Transport options  |  26 Feb 2026

Southshore erosion and flood protection can now get underway

Better streets & spaces, Caring for the environment, Climate change, Land use and growth  |  4 Feb 2026

Planning & building

Creating a modern, sustainable city

The Council wants to hear your views

Christchurch City Council has proposed its Draft Annual Plan for the coming year, and it’s now the public’s turn to weigh in.

Council updates, Financial matters, Have your say, Planning for the future  |  10 Feb 2026

Draft Annual Plan to be confirmed next week

Christchurch City Council’s plans and capital programme for the coming year are set to go to the public for feedback.

Council updates, Planning for the future  |  5 Feb 2026

The Council wants to hear your views

Council updates, Financial matters, Have your say, Planning for the future  |  10 Feb 2026

Draft Annual Plan to be confirmed next week

Council updates, Planning for the future  |  5 Feb 2026

Arts & Culture

Culture Galore bigger, better than ever

Christchurch’s biggest multicultural event Culture Galore will be held at a new location this year.

Art & creativity, Supporting communities, Things to do  |  12 Mar 2026

Acclaimed photographer's work will be on show until July

A landmark exhibition offering the first comprehensive exploration of the work of acclaimed New Zealand photographer Mark Adams will open at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū this weekend.

Art & creativity, Central city, Things to do  |  5 Mar 2026

Culture Galore bigger, better than ever

Art & creativity, Supporting communities, Things to do  |  12 Mar 2026

Acclaimed photographer's work will be on show until July

Art & creativity, Central city, Things to do  |  5 Mar 2026
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