Latest from Christchurch City Council
Crusaders farewell 'temporary' home but will new stadium be ready for next season?
New stadium Te Kaha is expected to open in late April 2026.
Why 'Prime Minister' is a must-watch for political enthusiasts
OPINION: Film based on Jacinda Ardern's time as PM is an intimate political documentary.
How Christchurch's new stadium is redefining event hospitality
Interest submissions for the stadium's offerings closed Friday and were ‘oversubscribed’.
Stadium opens as $219m Cathedral project stalls, square remains empty
The heart of Christchurch becomes a stadium in place of the untouched cathedral project.
'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in Christchurch
The drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.
Slip drama: Front of new property collapses in heavy rain, residents flee
The slip blocked Cressy Terrace, making it impassable for vehicles.
Homes evacuated in Christchurch due to slips, Wellington wind warning downgraded
Severe winds lashed the capital, torrential rain sparked widespread flooding in the south.
Richie McCaw stand? Debate over who will be honoured at new stadium
Naming rights for stands at the new Christchurch covered stadium are still available.
'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes
Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.
What is the Two by Twos, the secretive sect linked to a National MP?
The FBI and NZ Police are collaborating on a global investigation into the sect.
Mayor gives tour of new $683m stadium but admits he has ‘no idea’ about parking
Christchurch's new covered stadium is looking to be finished on time and on budget.
Speed bumps or no speed bumps? Why not both? $500k for bizarre pedestrian crossing plan
Speed bumps will only be included on one side of the crossing.
Horror Christchurch rental: Landlord agrees to pay $13k to vulnerable tenants
The rental had a leaking roof and gutters which overflowed into the dining room.
‘Lawful protest’: Activists climb roof in weapons firm demonstration
Two members of Peace Action Ōtautahi occupied the roof with banners displayed.
Mayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?
First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.
‘Callous’: Thieves pinch bronze plaques from disaster memorial
More than 20 plaques have been stolen from the Ballantynes fire memorial in Christchurch.
‘Apocalyptic like’: Midge swarms plague Christchurch residents
The council's midge control includes planting 75,000 native plants since 2018.
Surge in households putting rates on hold as costs bite
Hundreds of retired homeowners are delaying paying their rates bills.
Christmas tours of half-fixed quake-hit cathedral
It's operating public tours inside, where the City Mission's Christmas Tree makes a return
What's on in Christchurch this summer? Theatre, freebies and fireworks
The host of activities and events are lined up for the Garden City.
'Woke nonsense': Santa's helpers told to wear seatbelts on Christmas parade floats
Move comes despite no one falling off a float in the 75 years the parade's been running.
‘Can I invoice a deer?’: Christchurch locals question who foots the bill for rampage
Wild deer on the loose in suburban Christchurch damaged vehicles and houses.
Christchurch City Council told to scrap the idea of hosting the Commonwealth Games
The mayor's dream of bidding for the 2030 event has hit a hurdle.
Why your next rates bill will make you angry: Shane Te Pou
OPINION: A dark cloud hangs over local government. Kiwis are about to feel the reality.
Kiwi film organisation confirms $600,000 in funding
Regional organisation hopes funding will secure more projects.
'It is better to live': Ex-Shortland Street actor ends 19-day hunger strike
'Better to live for a cause than to die for one', the actor said ending his protest.
Mass resignation at city council holding company
The four directors resigned following asset management disagreements.