Media Releases

December 23, 2020
Media Release – Another important milestone for the reinstatement of Christ Church Cathedral
Vital Resource Consent granted

December 16, 2020
Changing the face of Christ Church Cathedral
A new steel frame and banner mean the face of the Cathedral has significantly changed for the first time since the earthquakes.

October 21, 2020
Media Release – Cathedral Concept Design released
More than just a building - Concept Design for Christ Church Cathedral brings vision to reality

October 14, 2020
Media Release: New Cathedral hoardings unveiled in Cathedral Square

May 11, 2020
Cathedral site blessing live streamed
A modern twist to a traditional ceremony

April 15, 2020
First physical work on Cathedral once COVID19 guidelines permit
Media release

March 5, 2020
Green light for Cathedral stabilisation works
Resource Consent granted for stabilisation works

November 23, 2019
Royal support for Cathedral project
The Prince of Wales announced as the Royal Patron for the Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Project

November 10, 2019
Media Release: Christ Church Cathedral to host Prince Charles during Royal Visit
Cathedral site to be visited by The Prince of Wales
September 6, 2019
Media Release: Celebrating the rich heritage of Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Project is thrilled to be part of the 2019 Beca Christchurch Heritage festival.

June 21, 2019
Bringing back the bells
A light-hearted event was held at Cathedral Square today to mark the playing of a recording of the Cathedral bells. The bells will be heard every Friday lunchtime.
April 30, 2019
Key appointments for Cathedral
The appointment of key consultants to the team is a significant step forward for the Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement project.

December 12, 2018
Cathedral site preparation work continues
The assembly of a large crane on-site marks another step on the pathway to reinstatement for Christ Church Cathedral.
December 23, 2020
Media Release – Another important milestone for the reinstatement of Christ Church Cathedral
Vital Resource Consent granted
December 16, 2020
Changing the face of Christ Church Cathedral
A new steel frame and banner mean the face of the Cathedral has significantly changed for the first time since the earthquakes.
October 21, 2020
Media Release – Cathedral Concept Design released
More than just a building - Concept Design for Christ Church Cathedral brings vision to reality
October 14, 2020
Media Release: New Cathedral hoardings unveiled in Cathedral Square
May 11, 2020
Cathedral site blessing live streamed
A modern twist to a traditional ceremony
April 15, 2020
First physical work on Cathedral once COVID19 guidelines permit
Media release
March 5, 2020
Green light for Cathedral stabilisation works
Resource Consent granted for stabilisation works
November 23, 2019
Royal support for Cathedral project
The Prince of Wales announced as the Royal Patron for the Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Project
November 10, 2019
Media Release: Christ Church Cathedral to host Prince Charles during Royal Visit
Cathedral site to be visited by The Prince of Wales
September 6, 2019
Media Release: Celebrating the rich heritage of Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Project is thrilled to be part of the 2019 Beca Christchurch Heritage festival.