Ōtautahi Christchurch
Discover Endless Opportunity
This is Ōtautahi Christchurch, a revitalised city in the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand’s South Island.
This is a city in perfect balance; home to a diverse natural playground, wide open spaces, modern architecture and heritage buildings. Here in Ōtautahi Christchurch, we want you to have it all. The opportunities, the growth, the big moments, the small joys.
Ōtautahi Christchurch is the gateway to the South Island and home to spectacular experiences. Make some time to play and discover hidden gems around every corner.
This is a city with a thriving tech sector, world-class universities, and an innovation eco-system like none other. A city with a revitalised centre buzzing with energy, surrounded by the tranquillity of nature.
This is Ōtautahi Christchurch – refreshed, new and unexpected.
Stargazing
Ōtautahi Christchurch and its surrounds offer a world of wonder as the sun sets and the stars come out. With clear skies and low light pollution, this area is known for stunning starry nights. Discover the dark world above by visiting some of the best star gazing spots around the city, including special accommodation offerings and five-star dining experiences.
Inspire Me
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Quarterly Economic DashboardLive, up-to-date quarterly data at your fingertips. The dashboard provides quick stats and the ability to check how key economic metrics are tracking locally and nationally. Access headline figures for key economic indicators across five major areas - economic activity, employment, business, housing and regional comparison. -
Say Hello To Spring In Ōtautahi ChristchurchNature’s playground is showing off its many spring colours, with baby pink blossom lining avenues, sunshine yellow daffodils filling parks and luscious green leaves decorating the trees. -
Move To ChristchurchŌtautahi Christchurch wants you to have it all. The opportunities, the growth, the big moments, the small joys. -
Credit: CCC Urban DevelopmentThe Urban Development team at ChristchurchNZ work with local neighbourhoods, council, government organisations, developers, investors and community groups to create opportunities and help make great projects happen in our city. -
Christchurch Success StoriesSuccess stories from local businesses. -
What's OnŌtautahi Christchurch celebrates the arts, world-class sporting heroes, innovative business and diverse communities; the calendar is always full and we wouldn't have it any other way. -
Tūwhana Business Events Advocate ProgrammeŌtautahi Christchurch is home to a rich pool of thought leaders and sector experts. A community of innovators. A city that celebrates big ideas. -
Christchurch Business ClustersChristchurch's global growth industries, Clusters, 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, Clusters are creating a better future for all.
Show Your Ōtautahi Christchurch Pride
Check out our official Ōtautahi Christchurch merchandise site - where you can rep your city pride with absolute style!
Our city is a place with a strong story to tell. One about balance, harmony with nature, an affinity for play, adventure and innovation. A city where people love to live and love to visit.
Share our city’s story with an Ōtautahi Christchurch t-shirt for yourself, your team or whānau!
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