Christchurch news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from Christchurch, New Zealand:

Local News

• Christchurch City Council approves new stadium plan (Stuff.co.nz) - The Christchurch City Council has given the green light to a new stadium plan, which will see the construction of a new stadium in the city's eastern suburbs.
• Christchurch's new convention centre takes shape (The Press) - The Christchurch Convention Centre is taking shape, with the main structure of the building now complete.
• Christchurch's first cat cafe opens (Newshub) - Christchurch's first cat cafe has opened in the city's CBD, offering customers the chance to relax and play with cats.

Crime and Safety

• Man arrested after Christchurch shooting (Stuff.co.nz) - A 24-year-old man has been arrested after a shooting in Christchurch's suburb of Linwood.
• Christchurch police investigate alleged assault (The Press) - Police are investigating an alleged assault in Christchurch's CBD, which left a man with serious injuries.

Weather

• Christchurch hit by heavy rain and strong winds (Stuff.co.nz) - Christchurch was hit by heavy rain and strong winds on Tuesday, causing disruptions to traffic and public transport.
• Christchurch weather: Heavy rain and strong winds expected (The Press) - The MetService has issued a severe weather warning for Christchurch, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to hit the city on Tuesday.

Community

• Christchurch's first Pride parade a huge success (Newshub) - Christchurch's first Pride parade was a huge success, with thousands of people attending the event.
• Christchurch community rallies around family of boy with rare condition (Stuff.co.nz) - The Christchurch community has rallied around the family of a young boy who has a rare condition that affects his brain and body.

Business

• Christchurch's new shopping centre opens (The Press) - Christchurch's new shopping centre, The Crossing, has opened in the city's CBD.
• Christchurch's economy growing, but challenges remain (Stuff.co.nz) - Christchurch's economy is growing, but challenges remain, according to a new report from the Christchurch City Council.