Christchurch interior designer in running for major award
A Christchurch interior designer has been shortlisted for a prestigious global design and architecture award.
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Tallest building to be built since the quakes
Tallest building to be built since the quakes
Prolific Christchurch developer Williams Corporation has unveiled its plans for a new 10-storey tower in the central city.
Council and property owners to clean up suburb
City council calling on property owners to tidy up New Brighton
Christchurch City Council is working with the owners of several vacant, underused and untidy properties in New Brighton to improve the vibe of the area.
Contractor for Lincoln Rd upgrade selected
Contractor for Lincoln Rd upgrade selected
Isaac Construction has been named as the contractor to complete a major upgrade of Lincoln Rd in Christchurch.
Cathedral, museum may get $15m each
Christ Church Cathedral, Canterbury Museum may get $15m each from council
Christchurch City Council has proposed using $35.8 million of the forecast $44.4 million saved in costs from its annual budget to restore heritage buildings - including the cathedral and museum.
Family sparks creative new development
From cows into houses: Family sparks creative new development in Rangiora
A Rangiora family wants to put its own stamp on a new 270-home development.
Town hall reaches milestone
Rangiora Town Hall reaches major milestone
The Rangiora Town Hall turns 100 this year - and residents are being asked to dig through their drawers and boxes for any old photos, records or memorabilia of the historic building.
Quake sensor installed at new stadium
High-tech quake sensor installed at new stadium
Earthquake sensing tech, designed by Canterbury researchers, has been installed inside Christchurch’s new stadium.
'Whole new level of entertainment and opportunity'
Christchurch's new stadium will be a 'whole new level of entertainment and opportunity'
Businesses in central Christchurch are buzzing about the first sports match at the new $683 million stadium on Friday night and making preparations for an influx of patrons.
Stadium food and drink sales a big revenue source
Christchurch stadium's food and drink sales a big revenue source
Half of the One New Zealand Stadium operator’s revenue will come from food and beverages as the company aims to get more financial independence from the city council.
Carter kicks the first goal at new stadium
Carter kicks the first goal at new stadium
Crusaders legend Dan Carter, Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger and PM Christopher Luxon were among the crowd that gathered to open the city's new stadium on Friday morning.
Community fed up with quake-damaged eyesore
Community fed up with quake-damaged eyesore
Weeds, overgrown vegetation and creepers climb around this abandoned Christchurch homestead, which one neighbour says appears to be at risk of "further collapse".
Feedback sought for 1000-home rezone
Feedback sought on plan to rezone land for 1000-home development
About 1000 more homes could be built in Rolleston if a rezoning request is approved.
Family farm turned into subdivision
'Beautiful land': Family farm becomes 419-home subdivision
Two Canterbury sisters have mixed emotions as their family farm is turned into a large housing estate.
Intersection upgrade draws complaints
Intersection upgrade draws complaints
A busy Christchurch intersection has finally got its multi-million dollar upgrade. But there are already complaints about the number of right turning arrows it has.
Public service planned to mark quake anniversary
Public service planned to mark quake anniversary
A public memorial service will be held in Christchurch this month to mark the 15th anniversary of the February 22, 2011, earthquake.
Work to start on cycleway extension
Work to start on cycleway extension
Motorists are being warned to expect delays when work on the next section of Christchurch's South Express Cycleway starts next week.
Wait for new classroom after demolition
School waiting for new classroom after old block demolished
There is uncertainty about when a 1950s two-storey classroom block at Ashburton Intermediate School will be replaced after it was demolished this month.
Businesses feeling the pain
'It is really bad': Businesses feeling the pain of roadworks
Some businesses are worried they may not survive long enough to see Lincoln’s new town centre completed.
Strategy needed to stop urban sprawl
'Unmanaged growth': Strategy needed to stop urban sprawl
Selwyn's rapid expansion shows no sign of easing, prompting growing concerns about the way development is reshaping the Canterbury district.