Charming Christchurch

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Introduction

The purpose of this document is to provide accurate, up-to-date information to incoming migrants to Christchurch, New Zealand, on a range of topics covering many aspects of life in the city and its environs.

Unfortunately due to two large earthquakes, one in September 2010 and one in February 2011, the city of Christchurch has been severely damaged and many of the old churches and buildings are no longer standing. As the last earthquake was so recent and rebuilding of the city is a long way off, further information on Christchurch will be put on hold for the time being.

Christchurch, the “Garden City”, is the largest city in the South Island and the second-largest city in New Zealand with a multi-cultural society. New Zealand is located in the South Pacific ocean to the east of Australia. New Zealand is also known by the Maori name, Aotearoa, literally translated as “The Land of the Long White Cloud”.

The broad range of subject matter covered in this document means that most topics are presented at an overview level only. Elemensa Relocation Consultants are able to provide clients with additional, more detailed information on many aspects of life in Christchurch.

Photo courtesy Tran's World Productions

The information is maintained on a regular basis, and we aim for the highest standards of accuracy. However, we provide this information to assist clients in making their own decisions, and accept no responsibility or liability for  any loss or inconvenience incurred as a result of errors or omissions in this document.

Some local government policy information is provided, but we strongly recommend that clients recheck any official government policies and procedures with the agency concerned before acting on such information.

Table of Contents:

  1. 1. What makes Christchurch charming?
  2. 2. The Christchurch Region
    1. 2.1 Geography
    2. 2.2 Lifestyle
    3. 2.3 Population
    4. 2.4 Climate
  3. 3. History
    1. 3.1 Māori Settlement
    2. 3.2 European Settlement
    3. 3.3 Portal to the Antarctic
  4. 4. Housing in Christchurch
    1. 4.1 Finding Accommodation
    2. 4.2 Finding Rental Accommodation
    3. 4.3 Purchasing Accommodation
  5. 5. Educational Facilities
    1. 5.1 Pre-school
    2. 5.2 Schooling
    3. 5.3 Primary & Intermediate Schools
    4. 5.4 Secondary Schools
    5. 5.5 Tertiary Education
  6. 6. General Facilities
    1. 6.1 CBD Orientation
    2. 6.2 Banking
    3. 6.3 Car Dealers
    4. 6.4 Cinemas
    5. 6.5 Conventions and Expositions
    6. 6.6 Libraries
    7. 6.7 Medical Facilities
    8. 6.8 Museums & Art Galleries
    9. 6.9 Parking
    10. 6.10 Public Toilets
    11. 6.11 Restaurants
    12. 6.12 Shopping
    13. 6.13 Sports Facilities
    14. 6.14 Theatres & Cultural Events
  7. 7. Services
    1. 7.1 Internet Providers
    2. 7.2 Newspapers
    3. 7.3 Professional Services
    4. 7.4 Public Transport
    5. 7.5 Radio Stations
    6. 7.6 Rubbish Collection
    7. 7.7 Telephone Information
    8. 7.8 Television Channels
    9. 7.9 Tradespeople
    10. 7.10 Utilities
  8. 8. Attractions & Activities
  9. 9. Contacts & References
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