Emirates Team New Zealand arrive Christchurch Airport
Christchurch New Zealand - Summer 2017
MyTV3 with Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism - Episode 1 - Christchurch
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Emirates Team New Zealand Christchurch victory parade
Skiing 90 Minutes From Christchurch
Five mates from Brisbane, just five hours from home, hit the slopes at Mount Cheeseman. The boys enjoy an epic day on the snow, groomed all round terrain and untracked off-piste trails. Followed up by a cold beer at the onsite lodge nestled in the Alps of New Zealand's South Island. Mount Cheeseman is one of thirteen ski areas in Canterbury. Filmed August 2011.
Location: Mt Cheeseman is 90 minutes from Christchurch International Airport. Travel west from Christchurch on state highway 73. The Cheeseman access road is access road is located approximately 1.5 km past Castle Hill village.
Skiing in the South Island: christchurchnz.com/plan-your-visit/ski-areas-in-canterbury.aspx
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Christchurch's Pockets of Awesome with Moorhouse
We asked some Aucklanders what they thought of Christchurch and then invited them to explore our city's pockets of awesome with Christchurch band, Moorhouse. Take a look at what they discovered...
Christchurch, New Zealand - Travel Guide
If you love scenic mountain ranges, a city with beautiful gardens and great food then Christchurch in New Zealand's South Island should be added to your bucket list.
One of Peter's dreams is to visit Antarctica one day but for now the International Antarctic Centre is as close as we'll get. The International Antartica Center often features on lists for the top things to do in Christchurch New Zealand so come join us as we visit this very unique and cool experience.
Address: 38 Orchard Rd, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch 8052
Hours: Monday - Sunday 9am–5:30pm
Next up it's time for some breakfast. We head over to C1 Espresso in Christchurch Central.
Address: Old Post & Telegraph, Office building 185 High St, Christchurch
Hours: Monday - Sunday 7am–10pm
With our bodies refueled we find out why Christchurch is also known as the garden city by visiting the famous Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Not only is it free to visit the gardens it is also one of the best places to go for free in Christchurch. Located in Christchurch Central, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens should be added to your things to do in Christchurch list when visiting New Zealand especially if you love plants and nature.
Address: City Centre Rolleston Ave, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8013
Hours: Monday - Sunday 7am–9pm
Yen and I have never tried Cambodian food before so we were very excited to discover authentic Khmer cuisine from a family-run operation during our Christchurch visit.
Khmer Cambodian Cuisine
Address: 23A Langdons Rd, Papanui, Christchurch 8053
Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:30am–9pm
Finally for an incredible view of the Christchurch skyline as well as Lyttelton Port we headed up to Christchurch Gondola. We've never gone up before but this was one of the most epic views we have ever laid our eyes on to date. It was just breathtaking. We highly recommend this as a must-do activity in Christchurch.
Address: 10 Bridle Path Rd, Heathcote Valley, Christchurch 8022
Hours: Monday - Sunday 10am–5:30pm
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MyTV3 with Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism - Episode 4 - Mackenzie District
MyTV3 visits Canterbury's beautiful Mackenzie district including Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Mt Cook and Tasman Glacier. Check out their adventures at Mt John Earth & Sky Observatory, Air Safaris, Glacier Explorers and Tekapo Springs where they go tubing and ice skating.
#ShareYourAwesome Nightlife
Mix, sip and dance your way around the city. Fairy lit laneways, local craft breweries, quirky bars and chic urban hangouts sums up the nightlife scene that is uniquely Christchurch. Gather the crew and watch the city come alive afterdark!
Christchurch, New Zealand. History, Climate etc
Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Canterbury Region. Christchurch is known as the Garden City. Christchurch is mostly flat, so many people get around on bicycles. Christchurch is third-most populous city behind Auckland and Wellington in New Zealand.
LOCATION
The Christchurch urban area lies on the South Island's east coast, just north of Banks Peninsula. The Avon River flows through the centre of the city, with an urban park located along its banks. the river was named after the River Avon in Scotland by Deans brothers whose farm was the earliest European settlement in the area.
HISTORY
Archaeological evidence found in a cave at Redcliffs in 1876 has indicated that the Christchurch area was first settled by moa-hunting tribes about 1250 CE. Christchurch became a city by Royal Charter on 31 July 1856, making it officially the oldest established city in New Zealand. The name of Christchurch was agreed on at the first meeting of the Canterbury Association on 27 March 1848. It was suggested by founder John Robert Godley, whose alma mater was Christ Church, Oxford.
POPULATION
Christchurch is third-most populous city behind Auckland and Wellington in New Zealand.
CLIMATE
Christchurch has a temperate oceanic climate with a mild summer, cool winter, and regular moderate rainfall. It has mean daily maximum air temperatures of 22.5 °C in January and 11.3 °C in July. Summer in the city is mostly warm but is often moderated by a sea breeze from the Northeast. In winter it is common for the temperature to fall below 0 °C (32 °F) at night. Snowfalls occur on average three times per year.
COMMUNICATION
Christchurch is served by Christchurch International Airport and by buses (local and long-distance) and trains. Christchurch International Airport is a major transit airport for international and domestic travellers. The local bus service, known as Metro, is provided by Environment Canterbury. Christchurch has an extensive bus network with bus routes serving most areas of the city and satellite towns. The car, however, remains the dominant form of transport in the city, as with the rest of New Zealand. Historically, Christchurch has been known as New Zealand's cycling city. The central city has very flat terrain and the Christchurch City Council has established a network of cycle lanes and paths
ECONOMY
The agricultural industry has always been the economic core of Christchurch. New Zealand's leading agribusiness, is based in Christchurch. In recent years, regional agriculture has diversified, with a thriving wine industry and beginnings of new horticulture industries such as olive production and processing. Deer farming has led to new processing using antlers for Asian medicine and aphrodisiacs. The high quality local wine in particular has increased the appeal of Canterbury and Christchurch to tourists.
Christchurch is the second largest manufacturing centre in New Zealand behind Auckland, the sector being the second largest contributor to the local economy, In the last few decades, technology-based industries have sprung up in Christchurch.
SPECIALITY
1- Christchurch has one of the highest-quality water supplies in the world, with its water rated among the purest and cleanest in the world.
2- The International Antarctic Centre provides both base facilities and a museum and visitor centre focused upon current Antarctic activities. The United States Navy and United States Air National Guard, augmented by the New Zealand and Australian air forces, use Christchurch Airport as the take-off point for the main supply route to McMurdo and Scott Bases in Antarctica.
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Autumn in Hagley Park, Christchurch
Nothing says Autumn in Christchurch like a stroll through Hagley Park!
Friends from Malaysia begin South Island Road Trip
Two friends from Malaysia dream of visiting the South Island of New Zealand. They fly direct into Christchurch's International Airport. Watch as they investigate the central city's earthquake damage, shop, dine and meet the locals.
International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch – New Zealand's Biggest Gap Year – BackpackerGuide.NZ
Day 233: Today we’re checking out Christchurch’s ultimate indoor activity: The International Antarctic Centre! Join us for Antarctic vehicle rides, Antarctic storms, huskies and more in this activity in Christchurch.
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Today we’re making our way between Akaroa and Hanmer Springs but to break up this lengthy drive we are stopping by the perfect rainy day activity in Christchurch, The International Antarctic Centre.
There are loads of attractions and museum-like experiences at the Christchurch Antarctic Centre, from Antarctic vehicle rides to seeing huskies, penguins, and much much more. It’s a great place to learn about the relationship between Christchurch and Antarctica. Plus, it’s an indoor activity in Christchurch making it a good thing to do in Christchurch when it’s raining.
So what do you think of the International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch? Would you add this Antarctic museum in Christchurch to your Christchurch travel itinerary? LUK in the comments!
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Christchurch & Canterbury Celebrating Chinese New Year
We took a giant banner around the Canterbury region to celebrate Chinese New Year and the Year of the Monkey!
Two Friends From Malaysia Road Trip Around Christchurch
Two friends from Malaysia dream of visiting the South Island of New Zealand. They purchase some cheap fares from Air Asia X and fly direct into Christchurch. Watch as they investigate the central city's earthquake damage, shop, dine and meet the locals. Filmed August 2011.
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MyTV3 with Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism - Episode 2 - Akaroa
MyTV3 visit Akaroa on Canterbury's Banks Peninsula. Check out their adventures at Barry's Bay Cheese, Akaroa Museum, The Giant's House, Vangionis Trattoria and Bar, and Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise with Black Cat Cruises.
Christchurch Art Centre Entertainment
Here is a small clip of a really great mime outside the art centre