The new digital campaign debuts this week, alongside the new MEET section on the ChristchurchNZ website.
ChristchurchNZ head of visitor economy, Kath Low says Ōtautahi Christchurch is a thriving, reimagined city with heart, soul, energy and real character.
“Christchurch has moved from rebuild to reinvention. New Zealand’s second-largest city is now a standout choice for high-impact events. Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is an international-class venue at the heart of a vibrant city, and One New Zealand Stadium opening in April 2026 is set to reinforce Christchurch’s position on the world stage.
“PCOs, association executives, and event managers in New Zealand and Australia will be surprised and delighted by the beauty, energy and vibrancy of our city, and by how much there is to do for business and relaxation. Getting here and moving around our walkable city is so easy,” she says.
The new campaign aligns ChristchurchNZ’s business events assets to its city brand, and the new website shows the breadth of opportunities for business events planners and organisers – and how easy it is to fit bucket-list experiences into every itinerary.
“Our digital and print campaign is designed to reflect the style of the city, and to mirror the seamless and memorable event possibilities here.
“We’re telling everyone about our accessibility, cultural energy, industry collaboration, and spectacular natural surroundings: Be in a city that's on your doorstep, that's rich with culture and heritage, that celebrates people, place, creativity where you feel totally connected, present, inspired and fulfilled,” she says.
“In New Zealand's second largest city, you'll find space for every business event. Our venues are world-class. Our hotels and accommodation are conveniently close to both venues and hospitality, none more than 10 minutes from each other. We're connected to the world by an international airport, just 20 minutes from the central city. With the South Island on our doorstep, the opportunities for exploration are unlimited.”
These facets of Ōtautahi Christchurch are all summed up in a series of evocative and creative digital and print pieces:
- Be in Christchurch: The only South Island city with an international-standard convention centre.
- Be everything: A place where event delegates can balance business with adventure, cuisine, art, and outdoor escapes, all within easy reach.
- Be here: Christchurch is compact, accessible, walkable, and built for ease. Everything is 20 minutes away.
- Be welcomed: Experience real manaakitanga. Christchurch’s industry is collaborative, experienced, and deeply supportive.
We want everyone to watch the new destination showreel and be totally immersed in the experience here
Visit the new ChristchurchNZ Business Events website: ChristchurchNZ.com/MEET to find out more.