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.
What’s your property worth?
Christchurch City Council has released the latest revaluations for properties across the city.
Housing |
25 Feb 2026
Council to consider Cathedral Square roading improvements
Councillors will be asked next week to decide whether to approve a $2.5 million upgrade of Worcester Boulevard as part of the ongoing Cathedral Square roading project.
It’s Annual Plan time again
It’s time to have your say on Christchurch City Council’s plans for the coming year.
Feedback sought on clearway trial
Christchurch City Council is asking for feedback on the clearway being trialled on Hagley Avenue.
Buskers Festival taking over Christchurch streets
The World Buskers Festival is back this month, bringing wild, world-class street performances to Christchurch.
Council updates |
27 Feb 2026
Things to do |
13 Jan 2026
Get ready to rock this New Year’s Eve
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.
Council models impact of Government’s proposed rates cap
Christchurch City Council has modelled the potential impact of the Government’s newly announced plan to cap rates increases.
Christchurch City Council has credit rating reaffirmed
International credit rating agency Standard and Poor’s has reaffirmed Christchurch City Council’s financial rating.
Plans for New Regent St extension
Pedestrian access from one of the Central City’s favourite attractions – New Regent Street – is set to be extended through to the Ōtakaro Avon River promenade.
Things to do |
10 Dec 2025
Christchurch favoured for National Erebus Memorial
Ōtautahi Christchurch is likely to be home to the new National Erebus Memorial.
Date set for Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre opening
Whizz down a hydroslide, shoot some hoops or relax in the sauna – from 5.30am on Wednesday 17 December, people will be able to do it all (and more) at New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation venue.
Watch: Stadium progress 150 days out
The countdown to One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha opening its doors is on.
Excellence in civil construction
Three Christchurch City Council projects have come out on top at the Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ) Canterbury Awards.
19 Nov 2025
Spark an open-air romance with music this summer
Mitre10 Sparks is set to dazzle in 2026 with a special Valentine’s Day-themed extravaganza.
Come celebrate the New Year at Hagley Park!
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.
