Ōtautahi Christchurch
Explore the Opportunity
This is Ōtautahi Christchurch, a revitalised city in the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand’s South Island.
This is a city with an explorer’s mindset, a thriving tech sector, a talent pool serviced by three world-class universities, and an innovation eco-system like none other.
This is the city to visit, serving as your basecamp for exploration of the diverse and vibrant Canterbury and West Coast regions.
This is a city where you can choose how to live your life – with a revitalised central city surrounded by stunning natural landscapes.
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Meet in Christchurch
The perfect destination for connecting and learning - The ChristchurchNZ Convention Bureau. -
Study in Christchurch
Explore your pathway in one of New Zealand’s premier education hubs. -
Living in Christchurch
A place to explore & a place to grow. Be part of Aotearoa’s second largest city.
This is Ōtautahi Christchurch – refreshed, new and unexpected.
Inspire Me
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Our Summer GuideSummer is here and it’s time to explore our amazing Christchurch and Canterbury region. Pull out the shorts, slap on the sunscreen, and make the most of the summer weather. From scenic walks to the best ice-cream spots in the city, we have what you need for your best summer yet! -
Credit: David Gray for SailGP Ōtautahi Christchurch Confirmed to Host SailGP Season 2 Penultimate EventThe first time a SailGP event is held in the country, the New Zealand Grand Prix will take place on Whakaraupō (Lyttelton Harbour) on January 29-30, 2022, serving as the penultimate grand prix of the season before the Season 2 grand final in San Francisco in March. -
Our Start-Up & Innovation EcosystemHow to take your business idea to the next level. -
#ExploreCHCThis place is a vast treasure trove of landscapes and experiences. Towering mountains give way to endless coastlines, rugged bush and unique land formations. Character towns and vibrant cities are gathering places of culture and activity. Christchurch – it’s just the beginning. -
New tool provides Canterbury decision-makers with latest dataCanterbury’s economic activity for July 2020 returned to a similar level as the same month last year, according to the first edition of the Canterbury Economic Activity Index -
Regional Business Partners NetworkIn partnership with Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise North Canterbury and South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce, ChristchurchNZ is also providing COVID-19 response services via the Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network. -
Crusaders - The Home of RugbyEleven titles (including the inaugural Super Rugby Aotearoa title). Generations of All Blacks heroes. The most dominant Super Rugby region. The epitome of rugby. Be sure to check out the match schedule and catch a glimpse of the mighty Crusaders all while exploring Ōtautahi Christchurch and its surrounds. -
What's OnŌtautahi Christchurch is a city of world class sports, of blooming gardens, of daring street art, and inclusive communities that forge change.
Latest News
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Inspiring Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs
The launch of two new courses at Ara Institute of Canterbury help to develop business and innovation ideas further. -
Credit: Mulan The Billion-Dollar Screen Opportunity
ChristchurchNZ is committed to securing a larger share of this industry and is home to Screen CanterburyNZ, the regional film office. -
Myovolt
Considering whether or not to enter the Food, Fibre, and Agritech Challenge? ChristchurchNZ spoke to Dr Dianne Jones, founder of Myovolt. -
Credit: Brooke Cagle Start-up Support for COVID-19 Impacted Jobseekers
Start Me Up is a business skills kick-starter programme aimed at people whose work has been impacted by the pandemic. -
From Space Research to Advanced Prosthetics
For the final part in a series on innovation in the area, ChristchurchNZ meets some of the players driving change. -
Credit: David Gray for SailGP Ōtautahi Christchurch Confirmed to Host SailGP Season 2 Penultimate Event
The first time a SailGP event is held in the country, the New Zealand Grand Prix will take place on Whakaraupō (Lyttelton Harbour) on Januar… -
Canterbury Innovators Post Quake
After the earthquakes, Christchurch businesses were forced to take risks and work together to overcome shared challenges. -
Start-up Support for COVID-19 Impacted Jobseekers
People who lost their job because of COVID-19 will be given a chance to kick-start their new business idea as part of an innovative new Chri… -
Growing number of Kiwis eye up Ōtautahi Christchurch
An ongoing survey tracking peoples’ perception of Ōtautahi Christchurch shows an increasing number of Kiwis are seeing New Zealand’s second … -
Canterbury Innovators - Global Legacies
Canterbury innovators have left their mark on the region, the country, and the rest of the world.
Start-Up & Innovation Ecosystem
Christchurch is a city of epic creativity. Our start-up and innovation eco-system helps businesses start, grow and thrive.
