City life

Councillors have given their priorities for what to include in next year's Draft Annual Plan, which will outline Christchurch City Council's activities and projects for 2026/27.

The last piece of the puzzle – a world-class turf – has been laid at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.

Whether you’re ringing in the New Year with little ones or want to party like it’s 1999, come join in the fun with free, live music at North Hagley Park.

Christchurch City Council has modelled the potential impact of the Government’s newly announced plan to cap rates increases.

Mitre10 Sparks is set to dazzle in 2026 with a special Valentine’s Day-themed extravaganza.

North Hagley Park will be the place for young and old to come together and countdown to the start of 2026 with music, dance, singing and fireworks.

Work is getting underway next week on a new car park and public space at the vacant central city site in the city’s Performing Arts Precinct.

Construction of New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation centre is complete.

Buckle up for a journey to Middle Earth (and back again) as Anthony Harper Summer Theatre returns to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens this January.

Second term Councillor Victoria Henstock has been appointed Deputy Mayor by Mayor Phil Mauger.

The delivery plan for Christchurch’s water services has received official approval.

With six months until the city’s new stadium opens its doors, the roof is finished, and the landscaping works are coming along in leaps and bounds.