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Gear Up Ōtautahi wins national prize
A community-driven project to help children play sports by recycling gear has been recognised nationally.
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Gear Up Ōtautahi wins national prize
YesterdayA community-driven project to help children play sports by recycling gear has been recognised nationally.
Enjoy the first weekend of summer
Celebrate the start of summer with a range of festive activities in Christchurch this weekend.
New variable speed zones will make it safer to get to school
Speed limits are being lowered at the start and end of the school day to make it safer for tamariki and rangatahi to get to schools and kura in Ōtautahi Christchurch and Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula.
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Public transport improvements included on national list
Public transport improvements for Greater Christchurch are a step closer after being included on a list of nationally important infrastructure priorities.
Council welcomes local government review
Christchurch City Council supports the Government’s intention to simplify local government, reduce duplication, and strengthen regional performance.
2 Dec 2025
New plans for the mall at New Brighton
The mall at New Brighton is getting a long-awaited upgrade, and Christchurch City Council is inviting the community to weigh in on its plans.
Water and roading infrastructure in the northwest is being upgraded
Water and roading infrastructure in the city’s northwest is being upgraded to make sure these essential services continue to meet the needs of our growing communities.
Milestone as Lancaster Park Community Centre opens
The redevelopment of historic Lancaster Park is a step closer to completion following the opening of a new community centre and change rooms this week.
Beat the heat with your pooch
Pet owners are being reminded to take the heat off their animals over the warmer months.
Dogs |
26 Nov 2025
Marine Parade renewal project to begin this month
Renewal work on Marine Parade in New Brighton will start on November 24.
New garden traces Lyttelton's healing history
Take a step back in time with a garden installation tracing the history of a prominent Lyttelton site.
Safety and water upgrades on Harewood Road get underway
Safety and water upgrades on Harewood Road – including the installation of new traffic signals at the intersection of Harewood, Gardiners and Breens Road – are getting underway next week.
It’s party time – again!
Christchurch City Council is kickstarting the summer season this weekend with the opening of its five outdoor summer pools and eight paddling pools.
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10 Nov 2025
