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Rugby World Cup victory parade gives Canterbury a boost
October 25th, 2011
After a difficult year interrupted by earthquakes, Canterbury was finally able to celebrate together the All Blacks victory in the Rugby World Cup. More than 50,000 fans cheered the World Champion All Blacks as they travelled in a parade through... Read more
Bonjour Canterbury. Great Experiences on Our Back Step
October 13th, 2011
From an ‘English City’ to a French Village in an hour. As human beings, so often when we think going on holiday we think getting on a plane and heading to a far flung corner of the world. What we often forget is just how many wonderful... Read more
Re:Start on target for opening in central Christchurch
September 27th, 2011
Retailers are keen to return to the Christchurch central city, judging by response to the pop up retail precinct, earmarked to open in Christchurch’s City Mall late October. Thought to be a world first, the innovative landscaped precinct... Read more
Fresh, local tastes a winner
September 16th, 2011
One of our absolute favorites, Pegasus Bay was again recently awarded top winery restaurant in New Zealand, shared with Black Barn Bistro in Hawke’s Bay. ... Read more
Tourism industry looks for unique symbol for Christchurch
September 13th, 2011
The tourism industry is calling for a powerful city icon to ‘wow’ visitors and attract them to Christchurch following February’s earthquake. A joint submission by Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism, and the Tourism Industry... Read more
