Ōtautahi Christchurch
Basecamp for Exploration
At the heart of Waitaha Canterbury, we are your basecamp for exploration. Refreshed, renewed and unexpected. If it’s your first time here, or you haven’t been for a while, prepare to be surprised.
Explore Our Place
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COVID-19: What you need to knowUpdates on the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) support information and insights from ChristchurchNZ. -
Explore Your PlaceExplore Your Place. To support our region in these unprecedented times, there are so many ways to support Canterbury businesses, including cafes, bars, shops and restaurants, and to remain active and enjoy the best of your region. -
6 Tips to Boost your Business OnlineGetting online may be one of the best ways to minimise the impact of COVID-19 on your business – and better perform in general. We've talked to a local expert to find out what you should be doing to get online - fast. -
Why Do Business in Christchurch?With low rental costs, excellent infrastructure, and international travel and logistics hubs, Christchurch is the best place for business. Whether you're starting a business or relocating an established one, you'll find plenty of space and support for new ideas. Find out more reasons to join us, including the latest insights from our Economic team, here. -
ChristchurchNZ Convention Bureau - MeetIn the heart of the beautiful South Island, Christchurch is planned with meetings in mind.You will discover award-winning architecture, inspiring public art, restored heritage venues and brand new meeting spaces set amongst beautiful parks and gardens. -
LiveHaere Mai. Ōtautahi Christchurch offers unrivalled access to employment opportunities, natural landscapes and urban exploration. This is a city of opportunity for all those that choose to call it home. -
Explore Christchurch & CanterburyŌtautahi Christchurch is stacked with laneways and hidden gems. Explore the Canterbury region filled with diverse landscapes and unforgettable moments, all on your doorstep. -
StudyŌtautahi Christchurch is a lifestyle destination that doesn't compromise on quality learning. Home to three world-class universities, New Zealand’s top polytechnic, and a connected ecosystem of institutions and industry.
Latest News
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Supermarkets in Christchurch in the COVID-19 environment
Panic-buying has occurred following most major announcements by officials on coronavirus despite government assurances that supermarkets are… -
COVID-19: What You Need To Know
Updates on the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and insights from ChristchurchNZ. -
The Essential Services Economy in Canterbury
With the 4-week ban now in place and only essential services allowed to continue, many roads, shopping centres and office parks will be quie… -
Unmasking the (Many) Reasons Behind the Face Mask
Wearing a mask when illness is rife demonstrates a common sense of cooperation, sacrificing your own comfort for the good of others. -
COVID-19 and the Canterbury economy
What does the global COVID-19 situation mean for the Canterbury economy? ChristchurchNZ economist David Dyason explains. -
COVID-19 impact on local tourism operators
With 90 per cent of businesses in one sector reporting significant impact from COVID-19, ChristchurchNZ welcomes the financial package annou… -
TRENZ Christchurch 2020 Cancellation
While we are bitterly disappointed that Christchurch will not play host to TRENZ in 2020, we respect the decision of the New Zealand governm… -
Ōtautahi Christchurch to host raft of matches at 2021 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup
ChristchurchNZ is thrilled to confirm Ōtautahi Christchurch will host six matches at the upcoming 2021 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, includ… -
Go with Tourism makes its debut in Canterbury
Go with Tourism, a new job connector and workforce development programme that matches jobseekers with tourism employers, launched in Canterb… -
Spending in Christchurch’s core up 11.3 percent
Spending in Christchurch’s core was up 11.3 percent to $22m in January 2020, compared to the same month last year.
Explore the Opportunity
With burgeoning Hi-Tech, Future Food, Health Tech and Aerospace/Future Transport sectors, Christchurch is at the forefront of innovation. Ōtautahi Christchurch delivers big city opportunities with the perfect work-life balance. Go on. Explore. We are your business opportunity.
Our Global Growth Opportunity: Supernodes
Christchurch's global growth industries, Supernodes, are leading the way in health tech, future transport, food, fibre and agritech, and hi-tech solutions. Supported by progressive eco-systems connecting talent, enterprise, education and government, Supernodes are creating a better future for all.
Film Locations and Antarctic Connections
A world of unique locations
Screen CanterburyNZ
Explore our world of film, all within close proximity to Ōtautahi Christchurch. Screen CanterburyNZ welcomes all filmmakers, story-tellers and content generators, to the most accessible and diverse film location in the world - all within an hour of our international airport and New Zealand’s newest and second largest city - the Garden City of Christchurch.
Gateway to Antarctica
Christchurch Antarctic Office
Ōtautahi Christchurch is proud to be an Antarctic Gateway City, one of only five in the world. The Christchurch Antarctic Office co-ordinates the opportunities presented by Christchurch’s Antarctic Gateway status and to explore our historic and modern connections with the icy continent.
