Why Ōtautahi Christchurch Is Your Best Business Destination
More and more organisations are relocating or setting up shop in the thriving city of Ōtautahi Christchurch, drawn by better financial wellbeing, a welcoming business environment, and a quality of life that can attract the best and brightest.

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Your Gateway To Growth

Move Your Business To Christchurch
Download a complimentary, comprehensive report on why moving your business to Christchurch is a smart move. You’ll get:
• Insights on Christchurch’s economy and labour market
• Information on the quality, newly built infrastructure
• Information on future developments planned for the city
• Local businesses leaders’ thoughts on what makes Christchurch different
Coupled with a talent pipeline fed by four tertiaries, resilient built infrastructure, and international connectivity, this city is the obvious place to be.
Consider this our invitation to start exploring your gateway to growth here in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Cost Of Doing Business
A major advantage that Ōtautahi Christchurch holds over other major urban areas in New Zealand is a lower operational cost of doing business.
From relatively affordable commercial space to lower employee costs, the cost of entry is lower for new businesses wanting to establish themselves, especially during the start-up phase. This city is primed for businesses to take advantage.

Focus Sectors
Ōtautahi Christchurch is a test bed city, where existing strengths in tech and manufacturing make for rapid prototyping and innovation.
The city has a focus on our Clusters, areas of regional strength and global opportunity, including aerospace and future transport, hi-tech services, health tech and resilient communities, and food, fibre and agritech.

Christchurch Economy
Ōtautahi Christchurch is one of the most economically resilient and fastest growing areas in New Zealand. We’ve learnt a fair bit about overcoming challenges beyond our control, and our established economic diversity has created a strong level of resilience and a focus on future economic growth.

Innovation Ecosystem
Named by NZ Entrepreneur Magazine as New Zealand’s ‘start-up boomtown’, Ōtautahi Christchurch has the perfect testing environment and business culture to give new ideas a go.
The city collaborates with tertiaries and innovation incubators to create pathways for smart ideas to quickly get the support needed to develop, grow and ultimately create more world-class businesses.

Connectivity With Your Industry
It’s easy to do business here and connect with other like-minded innovators.
George Wills Managing Director at Media Suite says explains it perfectly – “Other cities are a lot more cut-throat, you’d never be having a beer with your competitor and telling them how to improve something but in Christchurch that’s normal.

A City With Talent
We have a depth of talent across multiple industries including professional services, tech, manufacturing, and engineering.
Our world-class universities work with industry to grow future-focused, work-ready graduates; while the city’s affordability and unbeatable lifestyle - easy commutes and access to mountains and beaches - attract the best in field.
Join us. We can help you make the move.
Explore the Opportunity
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How we can HelpOur business attraction team can advise and support at each stage of your move to Christchurch.
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Start Your BusinessŌtautahi Christchurch is the ideal place for start-ups, innovators and entrepreneurs. Find out more about how we can help you make your business a reality.
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Investing in ChristchurchOur economy benefits from focusing capital and foreign direct investment into innovation, infrastructure, and establishing new businesses in Christchurch.
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Economic InsightsChristchurchNZ is an authoritative city voice for economic development, insight, and analysis. Through regular publications and live monitoring of the Christchurch and Canterbury economy, ChristchurchNZ provides guidance and direction to ensure sustained prosperity for those that call this place home.
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Grow Your BusinessYou’ve proven the idea and you’re ready to stretch. Whether you're a successful start up, a more established SME, or looking to expand and relocate, Christchurch has all the resources and support you need to take the next leap.
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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.
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Moving to Christchurch & New ZealandInformation about Moving to Christchurch & New Zealand
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PowerUp Your CareerPowerUp gives you the information and inspiration you need to find a job that meets your needs and goals. Gain confidence, knowledge and supportive insight into finding employment, all while figuring out what makes you tick and learning to know your value.
Success Stories
See how our local businesses have thrived in Ōtautahi Christchurch, or read more here.

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