Christchurch Central Development Unit - Latest News [Page 1]
Playground security measures doing the job
Friday, 5 February 2016, 5:32 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Media Release – Friday 5 February 2016 Playground security measures doing the job Security measures in place at Margaret Mahy Family Playground are proving their worth, with a person being arrested after an act of vandalism. A person was spotted at the ... More >>
Public views sought on aquatic leisure facilities
Monday, 9 November 2015, 11:36 am | Christchurch Central Development Unit
The public is being encouraged to have a say on what should be on offer in the Leisure Water Area of Christchurch’s Metro Sport Facility. More >>
Art celebrated in Bus Interchange
Thursday, 20 August 2015, 2:17 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Art celebrated in Bus Interchange The second and final stage of Christchurch’s new Bus Interchange that opened today is not just about buses, it also celebrates local art and culture. The Christchurch Central Development Unit, which has led the ... More >>
Tenders for further work on Avon River Precinct
Tuesday, 4 August 2015, 3:58 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Tenders for further work on Avon River Precinct Tenders will be sought in the next few weeks from contractors interested in completing the design and construction of the remaining sections of the Avon River Precinct. More >>
Family playground due to open for Christmas holidays
Friday, 8 May 2015, 9:21 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Work is underway to have one of the world’s largest outdoor play areas – the Margaret Mahy Family Playground – open in Christchurch in time for the Christmas holidays. More >>
Local investment strong in Health Precinct
Monday, 30 March 2015, 4:19 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
A world-class Health Precinct in Christchurch just got a step closer, with local property group Countrywide Property Trust Limited buying a prominent site for a multi-storey development. More >>
Playground main works soon to start
Tuesday, 10 March 2015, 12:19 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Work on the Margaret Mahy Family Playground is about to step up a notch as the next stage of construction goes out to tender today. Christchurch Central Development Unit Director Warwick Isaacs says the tender for these main works will be sent to ... More >>
Designation lifted on central city properties
Thursday, 8 January 2015, 11:06 am | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Good progress in the development of central city anchor projects means the designation can now be fully or partially lifted from a number of properties. More >>
Short-list for contractor involvement on Convention Centre
Monday, 22 December 2014, 4:08 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Short-list for contractor involvement on Convention Centre Four construction teams, including companies based in New Zealand and overseas, have been short-listed for Early Contractor Involvement services for Christchurch’s new Convention Centre ... More >>
Tender for sale of Health Precinct property
Friday, 19 December 2014, 5:29 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Progress in the Health Precinct has taken a significant step forward as the Crown releases a Request for Tender for the purchase of the property at 36-44 Oxford St, says Christchurch Central Development Unit director Warwick Isaacs. More >>
More central city parking for Christmas
Thursday, 11 December 2014, 9:40 am | Christchurch Central Development Unit
People heading into the central city to shop and celebrate the festive season will find it easier to get a park, with nearly 400 new car parks available in the lead up to Christmas. More >>
Amendments released on central city noise standards
Thursday, 11 December 2014, 9:37 am | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Amendments to both noise standards and the South Frame planning framework have been made to allow for the continuing development of a central city that is vibrant and liveable, says Christchurch Central Development Unit Director Warwick Isaacs. More >>
Call for contractor interest in Convention Centre
Friday, 28 November 2014, 3:14 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Another step has been taken towards the build of Christchurch’s new Convention Centre Precinct with an early call for interest from contractors. More >>
Prime retail opportunity in Bus Interchange
Wednesday, 26 November 2014, 10:15 am | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Prime retail opportunity in Bus Interchange Retail spaces are being offered for lease in Christchurch’s new $53 million Bus Interchange as construction of the facility pushes ahead. Five retail “pods”, ranging from 30 square metres in size to 92 ... More >>
City Discovery Day to showcase central Christchurch progress
Wednesday, 19 November 2014, 12:13 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Central Christchurch’s constantly changing landscape will be showcased to residents and visitors in a City Discovery Day, says Christchurch Central Development Unit director Warwick Isaacs. More >>
Largest continuous concrete pour since earthquakes
Monday, 22 September 2014, 3:07 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Christchurch’s largest continuous concrete pour since the earthquakes will start tomorrow morning. The pour, for the new Bus Interchange, will start at 3am and take 10 to 12 hours to complete. More >>
Memorial design ideas impress
Wednesday, 3 September 2014, 12:37 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
The calibre of submissions for the design of the Canterbury Earthquake Memorial has been outstanding, says Christchurch Central Development Unit director Warwick Isaacs. More >>
Vision for central city living released
Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 9:28 am | Christchurch Central Development Unit
The public is being invited to have its say on the vision for central city living in Christchurch. More >>
Centennial Pool making way for new generation playground
Tuesday, 10 June 2014, 1:33 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Contractors are setting up on site at the Centennial Pool complex in central Christchurch today in preparation for the demolition of the facility beginning next week. The Centennial Recreation and Sport Centre is the last building remaining on the site ... More >>
Avon River restoration programme an exciting opportunity
Friday, 30 May 2014, 4:44 pm | Christchurch Central Development Unit
Intensive landscape enhancement that would normally take up to 20 years to complete will be undertaken in less than four years as part of the Te Papa Ötäkaro / Avon River Precinct development. More >>