Latest update 17 Dec 2021

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre Open

New Zealand’s first international-standard convention centre, Te Pae Christchurch, is preparing for its first events, with Associate Finance Minister, Dr Megan Woods, today opening the facility.

Latest update 31 Aug 2021

Te Pae Christchurch targeting pre-Christmas opening

Due to the latest COVID-19 disruption, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is now aiming to hold its first events in the lead up to Christmas.

Latest update 19 Feb 2019

Internationally renowned operator appointed to manage Te Pae

Ōtākaro Limited has appointed AEG Ogden, a leading venue management company in the Asia Pacific region, as the operator for Te Pae Christchurch.

Latest update 14 Aug 2018

Take a virtual tour around Te Pae

A virtual tour around the outside of Te Pae is now available to assist with the international marketing of the convention centre.

Latest update 30 May 2018

Christchurch Convention Centre name unveiled at MEETINGS 2018

Te Pae has been selected as the official name for the Christchurch Convention Centre opening in 2020.

Latest update 29 May 2018

Heaviest lift of Christchurch Convention Centre construction completed

The heaviest crane lift to be undertaken as part of the Christchurch Convention Centre’s construction has been carried out today.

Latest update 24 Apr 2018

Christchurch Convention Centre ready for operator

With construction of the Christchurch Convention Centre on track for completion early in 2020, Ōtākaro Limited is looking to partner with an experienced venue operator to run this world-class facility

Latest update 05 Dec 2017

Huge comic strip on Convention Centre site

113 metre long comic strip brings elements of Christchurch's past and future to life.

Latest update 01 Dec 2017

Five-star hotel planned for Convention Centre precinct

Ōtākaro Limited is seeking developers for a premium, five-star hotel in the Convention Centre precinct.

Latest update 04 Nov 2017

Christchurch Convention Centre construction underway

Construction is underway on the Christchurch Convention Centre with the first concrete being poured for the foundation.

Latest update 10 Aug 2017

Main works underway for Christchurch Convention Centre

The Government has awarded a $240 million contract to complete the design and construction of Christchurch Convention Centre.

Latest update 19 May 2017

Convention Centre Urban Design and Landscaping

Outline plan for urban design and landscaping around the Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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