Civic and international relations : Christchurch City Council

Working with overseas cities to build relationships between residents, communities and businesses.

Sister cities

We work closely with other cities around the world to build links between communities, organisations and business.

Christchurch is one of five official gateways to Antarctica. This connection enriches our city's scientific, cultural and economic base.

Apology – Christchurch 22 February 2011 Earthquake

Christchurch's connection to the peace movement was instrumental in the city becoming New Zealand's first Peace City in 2002.