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Our gathering place Proudly managed by ASM Global
Nau mai haere mai ki Te Pae Ōtautahi
Welcome to Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
View from Victoria Square – Architectural Render
Welcome to Te Pae Christchurch
The South Island Christchurch City
Located in the middle of the South A vibrant, walkable city centre
Island, home to New Zealand’s most showcasing innovation and urban
beautiful scenery and experiences. regeneration.
River Promenade Location Architectural Collaboration
Looking out over the Ōtākaro A beautifully designed building using
Avon River promenade, right in natural materials and reflecting the
the heart of Christchurch CBD. braided rivers of our landscape.
Flexible Spaces Global Expertise
Designed to adapt to your event Experienced management by ASM
requirements, from international Global – our team are dedicated to
conferences to bespoke gatherings. the success of your event.
View from Oxford Terrace – Architectural Render
OUR STORY
Te Pae Christchurch Convention
Centre is the city’s gathering place –
an architectural and social landmark
designed as a welcoming heart in the
centre of Christchurch.
Opening in 2020, Te Pae Christchurch Convention
Centre will become a showcase of the very best of
Canterbury and the wider South Island.
From rich and authentic food and cultural offerings, to
seamless hosting and flawless technology, our focus is
on providing our guests with the opportunity to share
knowledge, make connections and enjoy a genuine and
enriching experience in a world class environment.
Te Pae Christchurch at night – Architectural Render
Te ūnga, ko Aotearoa
Destination New Zealand
Introduction
Destination New Zealand
New Zealand
Destination
The South Island
Getting Here
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
Explore Christchurch
City of Innovation
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5 ← → Lake Gunn, Fiordland
NEW ZEALAND
Aotearoa, the Land of the Aotearoa New Zealand is a country rich in culture and
stunning natural landscapes. Home to a diverse population
Long White Cloud of just over 4.5 million people, the country is modern,
innovative and collaborative. Known globally for its Kiwi
ingenuity, New Zealand is internationally recognised for its
entrepreneurialism, ease of doing business and welcoming,
progressive society.
Introduction
Destination New Zealand
→ New Zealand
Destination
The South Island
Getting Here
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
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6 ← → Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park, Canterbury
DESTINATION
Christchurch – the world’s
gateway to the South Island
AUCKLAND
Introduction Te Ika a Maui
The North Island
Destination New Zealand
New Zealand
→ Destination
The South Island
Getting Here
WELLINGTON
Te Pae Christchurch
Te Waipounamu
Venue Spaces
The South Island
Explore Christchurch
City of Innovation TE PAE CHRISTCHURCH
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CHRISTCHURCH
QUEENSTOWN
DUNEDIN
Rakiura
Stewart Island
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THE SOUTH ISLAND
Experience the
incredible beauty
of the South Island
Introduction Some of the world’s most spectacular
Destination New Zealand natural landscapes are part of what makes
a visit to the South Island of New Zealand
New Zealand
so memorable. From rugged coastlines and
Destination lush plains, to snow-capped mountain ranges
→ The South Island and crystal blue lakes, the South Island is a
Getting Here beautiful, bucket-list destination.
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
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TE PAE CHRISTCHURCH
8 ← → The Port Hills, Christchurch
GETTING HERE
Just 20 minutes from the centre of the city, As the key visitor hub for the South Island,
Christchurch International Airport is New Christchurch International Airport also offers
Zealand’s second largest visitor gateway. The direct flights to all major New Zealand cities,
airport hosts 10 partner airlines offering direct including Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown
connections to 22 destinations across the Asia and Dunedin, as well as regional flights around
Pacific region, such as Singapore and major the country.
Australian centres, including Sydney, Melbourne
For travel from the airport, Christchurch is well-
Introduction and Brisbane, plus new direct services to China
served by its public transport network, airport
Destination New Zealand and the US.
shuttle services, taxis and ride-share providers,
New Zealand These connections make it easy to travel further and even car-sharing apps.
afield with one-stop onward travel to Europe,
Destination
Africa and the Middle East available through AUCKLAND
The South Island a variety of carriers.
1h 10m
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CHRISTCHURCH
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
Explore Christchurch 23h
APPROX
12h Vancouver
City of Innovation Europe APPROX
North Asia 16h
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APPROX
Los Angeles
APPROX
Houston
Dubai Guangzhou
Casablanca
Cairo Taipei
13h 17h
APPROX
Africa
APPROX
Bangkok
Accra South East Asia
Singapore
4h
10h
APPROX
Nairobi
APPROX
11h
APPROX
South Africa Australia
Nadi
Johannesburg
Brisbane Rarotonga
Perth
Sydney
Cape Town
Buenos Aires
Melbourne
6h
APPROX New Zealand
3h
APPROX
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Te Pae Ōtautahi
Te Pae Christchurch
Introduction
Destination New Zealand
Te Pae Christchurch
Overview
Key Features
Event Planning
Culinary Services
AV & Technology
Venue Spaces
Explore Christchurch
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10 ← → View from Oxford Terrace – Architectural RenderOVERVIEW
At the heart of a regenerating,
innovative city
Introduction Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is the
city’s gathering place – an architectural and
Destination New Zealand
social landmark designed as a welcoming heart
Te Pae Christchurch in the centre of Christchurch.
→ Overview
Working with our community and local iwi, as
Key Features well as industry and sector thought-leaders from
Event Planning across the region, Te Pae Christchurch Convention
Centre will become a showcase of the very best
Culinary Services
of Canterbury and the wider South Island.
AV & Technology Ōtākaro Avon River Promenade
From rich and authentic food and cultural
Venue Spaces offerings, to seamless hosting and flawless
technology, our focus is on providing our guests
Explore Christchurch
with the opportunity to share knowledge, make
City of Innovation connections and enjoy a genuine and enriching
About Us experience in a world class environment.
Te Pae Christchurch is located along the banks
of the Ōtākaro Avon River and close to Victoria
Park – a tranquil, natural environment in the very
heart of the city.
Surrounded by some of the city’s best
accommodation establishments, restaurants,
bars and markets, the promenade precinct is
designed to be easily experienced with a gentle,
riverside walk.
11 ← → Ōtākaro Avon RiverKEY FEATURES
A world-class venue designed to
respond to your event requirements
Introduction
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1,400 2,800m2
Te Pae Christchurch tiered auditorium exhibition space
Overview divisible into 2x700 seats expandable to 3,300m2
→ Key Features
Event Planning
Culinary Services
AV & Technology
24 1,000
meeting rooms seat banquet space
Venue Spaces
for 50–1,500 overlooking Ōtākaro Avon River
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1,800 28,000m2
largest banquet highly flexible and
seating adaptable design
12 ← →EVENT PLANNING
Every seamless aspect
Introduction Our approach takes the stress and complexity
out of planning and delivering your event.
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From the first moment of discussion to
Te Pae Christchurch the execution of your event, the Te Pae
Overview Christchurch team can support you at
every stage – delivering on our promise of
Key Features
exceptional value, service and hospitality.
→ Event Planning
Our dedicated Event Manager, AV Production
Culinary Services
Manager and Event Coordinators offer
AV & Technology a central point of contact to seamlessly
design and plan every aspect of your event
Venue Spaces
– from staging and production, to culinary
Explore Christchurch experiences, and exhibitors’ requirements.
City of Innovation Understanding every feature of our unique,
About Us purpose-built venue, our team can ensure
you maximise the benefits of choosing Te Pae
Christchurch for your event.
13 ← → Image courtesy of ASM GlobalCULINARY SERVICES
Every unique flavour
To create an experience like no other, Te Pae
Christchurch takes its inspiration from our
unique and diverse region.
Introduction
Sitting at the heart of Canterbury, New
Destination New Zealand Zealand’s food bowl, Te Pae Christchurch is
Te Pae Christchurch spoiled for choice when it comes to showcasing
the rich and varied flavours of our country. We
Overview
mix global expertise and world class standards
Key Features with unique local experience to bring the very
Event Planning best in regional cuisine to your table.
→ Culinary Services Sourcing our produce from local farmers and
AV & Technology ingredients from artisan producers, we can
design a menu that will allow delegates and
Venue Spaces guests to taste the very best Canterbury and
Explore Christchurch New Zealand has to offer.
City of Innovation Working to ISO standards, our expert catering
team can meet a full range of dietary
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requirements. We can also create bespoke
menus to meet the specific requirements of your
event or unique catering options designed to
impress your guests – whatever the style, size or
budget of your event.
14 ← → Pure South Venison loinAUDIO VISUAL & TECHNOLOGY
Smart solutions
The latest technology is interwoven into every
aspect of Te Pae Christchurch’s design, providing
seamless and highly functional solutions to
Introduction entertain, engage and educate.
Destination New Zealand Working with our expert AV Production Manager
Te Pae Christchurch and professional in-house AV production
team, we can help you design the ideal event
Overview
environment.
Key Features
Te Pae Christchurch’s main auditorium features
Event Planning
a large display screen (18 metres x 5 metres),
Culinary Services which can be split into two individual screens
→ AV & Technology or – using the smart content management
system – split into multiple zones to display
Venue Spaces a range of individual images.
Explore Christchurch Throughout our meeting spaces, rooms are
City of Innovation equipped with smart lectern, incorporating
microphone as well as dedicated in-room audio
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and fixed hi-resolution data projector and screen.
Along the building’s busy inner-city frontage,
a 10 metre x 2 metre digital billboard can
showcase your event, while arriving guests and
delegates will be greeted by a dramatic 8 metre
x 1.5 metre screen above the reception desk in
Te Pae Christchurch’s ground floor foyer, and
another showcase display (5.5 metre x 3 metre)
in the pre‑function area of the Exhibition Hall.
15 ← → Image courtesy of ASM GlobalNgā papa huihui
Introduction
tāngata
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Te Pae Christchurch
Venue spaces
Venue Spaces
Auditorium
Technical Features
Exhibition Hall
Technical Features
River Rooms
Meeting Rooms
Foyers & Reception
Te Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices
Ground Floor Plan
Level One Floor Plan
Capacity Summary
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16 ← → Level One Foyer facing Armagh Street – Architectural RenderAUDITORIUM
Suitable for a variety of presentations, Venue Details
keynotes, performances and gigs, our Adaptable to both plenary sessions and
entertainment, this theatre can be split into
1,400 person auditorium theatre merges two acoustically autonomous auditoriums
modern technology and AV capabilities, of 700 tiered-seats or be used as one 1,400
with beautiful, innovative design to person theatre.
Introduction
Destination New Zealand create an unforgettable experience.
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
→ Auditorium
Technical Features
Exhibition Hall
Technical Features
River Rooms
Meeting Rooms
Foyers & Reception
Te Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices
Ground Floor Plan
Level One Floor Plan
Capacity Summary
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17 ← → The Auditorium – Architectural RenderAUDITORIUM TECHNICAL VENUE FEATURES
Lighting Vision
Extensive LED Production lighting system Full HD Vision Mixer
Complete LED Fittings including a wide range 18m x 5m LED Screen 4mm pixel pitch in full mode
of moving heads and effect lighting
9m x 5m LED Screen 4mm pixel pitch in half mode
Fully reticulated DMX and power patch points
Introduction Streaming and recording capabilities
Intelligent lighting consoles (Hog & GMA) as standard
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Te Pae Christchurch Multiple lighting control points Fully integrated IPTV system with whole site
throughout auditorium video and audio integration
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Fully integrated comms system throughout stage, Broadcast tie lines in strategic locations
Auditorium
backstage and control points in auditorium
→ Technical Features Smart lectern with inbuilt presentation machine
and wireless presentation capabilities
Exhibition Hall Sound
Technical Features Full production grade flown Line array Power
River Rooms Digital wireless microphone system Full reticulated production power services
Meeting Rooms Digital audio console with digital snake Powerlock connections on stage
Foyers & Reception Audio patch points throughout stage area 5pin standard 32a outlets in strategic places
Te Pae Lounge & and auditorium throughout auditorium
Organiser Meeting Offices
Digital patching system for whole site Large contingent of power distribution
Ground Floor Plan audio distribution and cabling
Level One Floor Plan
Signage & Branding
Capacity Summary
Wayfinding and commercial billboard
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the venue.
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18 ← →200 BOOTH EXHIBITION HALL
The Te Pae Christchurch Exhibition Hall is Venue Details
one of the largest exhibition spaces in the Te Pae Christchurch’s Exhibition Hall offers
2,800m² of flat floor exhibition space (situated
South Island – offering up to 3,300m2 of on the ground floor) expandable to 3,300m²
flexible, open-plan floor space. With room and able to be divided into three separate halls
for more than 200 booths, the exhibition and meeting rooms. Seamlessly integrated with
Introduction
the overall centre, the exhibition halls can be
Destination New Zealand hall is ideal for large exhibitions, live configured for events large and small, as well
Te Pae Christchurch performances or large-scale dinners as stand-alone exhibitions.
Venue Spaces and award ceremonies.
Auditorium
Technical Features
→ Exhibition Hall
Technical Features
River Rooms
Meeting Rooms
Foyers & Reception
Te Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices
Ground Floor Plan
Level One Floor Plan
Capacity Summary
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19 ← → Image courtesy of ASM GlobalEXHIBITION HALL TECHNICAL VENUE FEATURES
Introduction Ceiling Height Floor Loading
Destination New Zealand Clear ceiling height of 10.1m in Halls 1–4. 15 kpa floor loading.
Te Pae Christchurch lear ceiling height of 5m in Dobson
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Lighting
Venue Spaces River Rooms.
D immable house lighting in place.
Auditorium Rigging
Hospitality Rooms
Technical Features 2 tonne point load capacity with
a 9mx6m rigging grid. hospitality rooms are located above the
3
Exhibition Hall
exhibition floor. Windows provide visible
→ Technical Features perimeter catwalk provides access to the
A oversight to Hall 3.
ceiling grid; with 40 amp and 3 phase power
River Rooms
to drop from ceiling. Catering
Meeting Rooms
dedicated F&B kiosks within Exhibition Halls
2
Foyers & Reception Floor Service Pits
2 and 3 provide catering services for exhibitors
Te Pae Lounge & ry pits: Single phase, 3 phase, 15 and 32 amp
D and guests.
Organiser Meeting Offices power and data on a 9mx6m grid.
Ground Floor Plan et pits: Water and drainage on the north
W Signage & Branding
Level One Floor Plan perimeter of Halls 1-3 and east perimeter of ayfinding and commercial billboard
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Hall 4. opportunities will be available throughout
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the venue.
alls are fully carpeted with carpet tiles which
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20 ← →RIVER ROOMS
Named after Canterbury’s
iconic braided rivers, the Te Pae
Christchurch River Rooms
offer an immersive, fine-dining
Introduction experience like no other. The
Destination New Zealand rooms’ expansive windows
Te Pae Christchurch and unique ceiling design
Venue Spaces provide a warm but open space
Auditorium with captivating views of the
Technical Features Ōtākaro Avon River.
Exhibition Hall
Venue Details
Technical Features
This unique venue overlooking the Ōtākaro
→ River Rooms Avon River seats up to 1,000 and can
Meeting Rooms be divided into two smaller dining spaces.
Foyers & Reception
Te Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices
Ground Floor Plan
Level One Floor Plan
Capacity Summary
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21 ← → Combined Rakaia & Waitaki River Rooms – Architectural RenderMEETING ROOMS
With in‑built AV and views of Victoria Park
or the Ōtākaro Avon River, our meeting
rooms are great for smaller breakout events,
stand-alone seminars, board meetings,
Introduction functions or conferences.
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Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Details
Venue Spaces
1,600m² of meeting space across 14 individual rooms
Auditorium and located in three distinct clusters – Bealey, Conway
Technical Features and Dobson.
Exhibition Hall
Technical Features
River Rooms
→ Meeting Rooms
Foyers & Reception
Te Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices
Ground Floor Plan
Level One Floor Plan
Capacity Summary
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22 ← → Image courtesy of ASM GlobalFOYERS & RECEPTION With four distinct foyers – Exhibition,
Dobson, Ground Floor and Upper Floor
– and a nine metre, marble reception
desk, Te Pae Christchurch offers multiple
spacious and impressive access points
for guests and delegates. Each foyer has
Introduction a number of digital screens for seamless
Destination New Zealand wayfinding and welcome messaging.
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
Auditorium
Technical Features
Exhibition Hall
Technical Features
River Rooms
Meeting Rooms
→ Foyers & Reception
Te Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices
Ground Floor Plan
Level One Floor Plan
Capacity Summary
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23 ← → Ground Floor Foyer & Reception – Architectural RenderTE PAE LOUNGE Accessible from both back-of-house as
well as front-of-house, our stylish VIP
suite includes a self-contained bathroom,
kitchenette and live-viewing screens to the
auditorium. Safe, secure and impressive,
it is the perfect place to accommodate
Introduction VIP guests and high-profile speakers
Destination New Zealand or entertainers.
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
Auditorium
Technical Features
Exhibition Hall
ORGANISER MEETING OFFICES Our conveniently located organiser
Technical Features
meeting offices cater for teams of six to
River Rooms
12 people. Featuring a comprehensive
Meeting Rooms
range of built-in services and technology,
Foyers & Reception
the spaces – which include a boardroom,
→ T e Pae Lounge &
Organiser Meeting Offices parents room and speaker preparation
Ground Floor Plan areas – can be accessed from the
Level One Floor Plan main foyers.
Capacity Summary
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24 ← →GROUND FLOOR PLAN Explore venue configurations
with the interactive planner:
OPEN INTERACTIVE PLANNER
→
Oxford Street
Main Entrance
DOBSON FOYER
Armagh Street
Entrance
Introduction Dobson
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Dobson
3
Dobson
2
Dobson
1
GROUND FLOOR FOYER
Reception Bealey
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EXHIBITION
BEALEY FOYER
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Bealey
Te Pae Christchurch FOYER 2
Hospita
HALL E1
SP2
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Boardr
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Venue Spaces Bealey
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2
Auditorium 1 Bealey
4
Technical Features HALL E2 Bealey
Te Pae 5
Lounge
Exhibition Hall
Technical Features Auditorium Auditorium
3 & 4 1 & 2
River Rooms HALL E3
Loading
Dock Entry
Meeting Rooms
Foyers & Reception LOADING DOCK
Back of House
HALL E4
Te Pae Lounge & Pack in access to halls
Organiser Meeting Offices
Cathedral Square
Entrance
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Capacity Summary
VENUE KEY SYMBOL KEY
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Meeting Rooms Speaker Prep and Organisers’ Offices Stairs Back of House Lift Parents Room
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Foyers Boardroom, Hospitality Suite & Te Pae Lounge
Escalator Toilets Operable Walls
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Auditorium Circulation Front of House
Passenger Lift Toilets – Accessible
Halls Back of House
25 ← →LEVEL ONE FLOOR PLAN Explore venue configurations
with the interactive planner:
OPEN INTERACTIVE PLANNER
→
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LEVEL ONE FOYER
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Capacity Summary
VENUE KEY SYMBOL KEY
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Meeting Rooms Organisers’ Offices Stairs Back of House Lift Parents Room
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Foyers Hospitality
Escalator Toilets Operable Walls
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Auditorium Circulation Front of House
Passenger Lift Toilets – Accessible
Waterfront River Rooms Back of House
26 ← →CAPACITY SUMMARY
Square Square Ceiling
Level Theatre Classroom Cabaret Banquet Cocktail Exhibition metres feet height (m)
The Auditorium
Full Auditorium 1–4 G&1 1,400 – – – – – 1,372 14,768 variable
Auditorium 1 & 2 G&1 700 – – – – – 686 7,384 variable
Auditorium 3 & 4 G&1 700 – – – – – 686 7,384 variable
Halls
Full Exhibition Mode G 3,600 2,240 1,350 – 3,600 210 3,314 35,672 variable
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Halls 1–4 including Dobson 1–4 G 3,600 2,240 1,350 – 3,600 210 3,314 35,672 variable
Destination New Zealand Hall 1 G 490 480 310 440 490 45 719 7,739 10.1
Hall 2 G 490 480 310 440 490 45 706 7,599 10.1
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Hall 3 G 740 730 460 720 740 65 1,060 11,410 10.1
Venue Spaces Halls 1 & 2 G 980 970 600 900 980 95 1,426 15,350 10.1
Auditorium Halls 2 & 3 G 1,230 1,230 750 1,150 1,230 115 1,766 19,009 10.1
Halls 3 & 4 G 1,010 1,000 600 – 1,010 90 1,420 15,285 10.1
Technical Features Halls 1, 2 & 3 G 2,000 1,790 1,060 1,600 2,000 165 2,486 26,759 10.1
Exhibition Hall Halls 2, 3 & 4 G 1,500 1,430 930 – 1,500 140 2,126 22,884 10.1
Halls 1, 2, 3 & 4 G 3,200 2,040 1,240 – 3,200 190 2,845 30,623 10.1
Technical Features
Hall 1 and Dobson 1–4 G 990 820 530 790 990 70 1,187 12,777 variable
River Rooms Halls 1 & 2 and Dobson 1–4 G 1,480 1,410 820 1,340 1,480 120 1,893 20,376 variable
Hall 1, 2 & 3 and Dobson 1–4 G 2,500 2,070 1,230 1,880 2,500 190 2,954 31,797 variable
Meeting Rooms
Foyers & Reception The Dobson River Meeting Rooms
Dobson 1–4 G 500 255 190 290 500 24 468 5,038 5
Te Pae Lounge &
Dobson 1 G 145 90 50 80 145 – 144 1550 5
Organiser Meeting Offices
Dobson 2 G 85 50 35 50 90 – 90 969 5
Ground Floor Plan Dobson 3 G 85 50 35 50 90 – 90 969 5
Dobson 4 G 145 90 50 80 145 – 144 1550 5
Level One Floor Plan
Dobson 1 & 2 or Dobson 3 & 4 G 235 160 90 140 235 – 234 2,519 5
→ Capacity Summary Dobson 2 & 3 G 180 115 70 100 180 – 180 1,938 5
Dobson 1, 2 & 3 or Dobson 2, 3 & 4 G 325 170 120 180 325 – 324 3,488 5
Explore Christchurch Dobson Foyer G – – – – 1,100 1,000 10,764 –
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27 ← →CAPACITY SUMMARY (CONTINUED)
Square Square Ceiling
Level Theatre Classroom Cabaret Banquet Cocktail Exhibition metres feet height (m)
The Bealey River Meeting Rooms
Bealey 1 G 50 30 15 30 50 – 70 753 5
Bealey 2 G 55 40 15 30 55 – 76 818 4.5
Bealey 3 G 80 45 30 50 80 – 94 1,012 4.5
Bealey 4 G 70 45 35 50 70 – 89 958 5.5
Bealey 5 G 90 50 35 60 90 – 100 1076 5.5
Introduction Bealey 4 and 5 G 160 110 70 120 160 – 189 2034 5.5
Bealey Foyer G – – – – 300 – 232 2,497 –
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Te Pae Christchurch The Conway River Meeting Rooms
Conway 1, 2 3 4 & 5
Venue Spaces (including pre-function foyer)
1 900 480 335 500 900 48 854 9,192 5.3
Conway 1 1 80 50 35 50 80 – 96 1,033 5.3
Auditorium
Conway 2 1 80 50 35 50 80 – 99 1,066 5.3
Technical Features Conway 3 1 90 60 35 60 90 – 103 1,109 5.3
Exhibition Hall Conway 4 1 130 85 50 80 130 – 137 1,475 5.3
Conway 5 1 140 90 50 80 140 – 140 1,507 5.3
Technical Features Conway 1 & 2 1 160 125 70 120 160 – 196 2,110 5.3
River Rooms Conway 2 & 3 1 170 125 70 120 170 – 202 2,174 5.3
Conway 3 & 4 1 220 140 90 150 220 – 243 2,368 5.3
Meeting Rooms
Conway 4 & 5 1 270 160 105 180 270 – 280 3,014 5.3
Foyers & Reception Conway 1, 2 & 3 1 250 180 105 180 250 – 300 3,229 5.3
Conway 2, 3 & 4 1 300 215 125 210 300 – 343 3,692 5.3
Te Pae Lounge &
Conway 3, 4 & 5 1 360 250 140 240 360 – 383 4,123 5.3
Organiser Meeting Offices
Conway Foyer 1 – – – – 280 – 275 2,960 5.3
Ground Floor Plan
The Rivers Banquet Room
Level One Floor Plan
The Rivers Room
1 1,500 1,080 660 1,050 1,500 85 1,545 16,630 5.9
(combines Rakaia and Waitaki)
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Waitaki River Room 1 750 500 300 430 750 35 738 7,944 5.9
Explore Christchurch Rakaia River Room 1 750 570 330 470 750 40 804 8,654 5.9
City of Innovation » Additional auxilary spaces are available for client offices, speaker presentation, hospitality, VIP and parents rooms.
About Us » Current capacities may be amended subject to final build design and approved layout configurations completed.
» Please note that these room capacities are also subject to event refinements.
» Cabaret capacity is based on table of six persons.
28 ← → » Exhibition capacities are based on a standard 3m x 3m booth layout.Tōmenetia aŌtautahi
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Introduction
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Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces
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Message from the Mayor
Christchurch
Urban Regeneration
City Centre Map
Where To Stay
Transport
Dining
Local Expertise
Day Trips
Overnight Trips
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29 ← → Ōtākaro Avon River, ChristchurchCHRISTCHURCH
Message from the Mayor
Introduction As Mayor of Christchurch I am truly excited We’ve always prided ourselves on being a great
about what our Convention Centre, Te Pae, host city. However, our reinvention has enabled
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offers to our city and to all those who come for us to offer so much more, which positions us as
Te Pae Christchurch conventions, conferences and business events. a world-class destination for business events.
Venue Spaces This new world-class facility is set in prime On top of that we are also New Zealand’s
position beside the Ōtākaro Avon River at the international gateway to the South Island
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centre of New Zealand’s oldest city, established with all that it has to offer our guests.
→ Message from the Mayor by Royal Charter in 1856, which now has
So welcome to Ōtautahi – Christchurch – we
Christchurch become New Zealand’s newest city.
look forward to hosting your next Convention
Urban Regeneration Our regeneration has provided opportunities at Te Pae.
City Centre Map to enhance our reputation as a great business
events destination. It’s allowed us to be
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innovative, to push creative boundaries and
Transport look at collaborative partnerships that will
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benefit now and into the future.
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A vibrant, modern and future-focused city
in the heart of the South Island
Introduction Renowned for the timeless beauty of its parks, » The central city area of Ōtautahi Christchurch was
gardens and heritage architecture, Christchurch of great significance to local Māori as a traditional
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is also a city focused on the future. meeting place. Local iwi Ngāi Tahu made the region
Te Pae Christchurch their home in the early 1700s.
A smart, connected city with a flat, compact
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inner-city, Christchurch boasts a fascinating
Explore Christchurch mix of stunning heritage venues and smart, and the second largest in New Zealand. It is one
contemporary architecture. of New Zealand’s oldest cities, first established by
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European settlers in 1856.
→ Christchurch The city is a place of transformation, where
» Central Christchurch is home to nearly 4,000
change and innovation are embraced – creating
Urban Regeneration businesses, employing around 40,000 people.
a strong economy, a vibrant place to visit and
City Centre Map an exceptional place to live.
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With a number of key urban regeneration
Transport projects, New Zealand’s most walkable city is
Dining home to brand-new business, shopping, arts
and entertainment precincts.
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31 ← → Ōtakaro Avon River PromenadeURBAN REGENERATION
Christchurch – the Christchurch is the site of the largest regeneration
project in New Zealand’s history. It’s a city that has seized
newest city in the this transformative opportunity to become more diverse,
dynamic and focused on becoming a contemporary, 21st
Southern Hemisphere century centre. The city merges old with new and offers
an exceptional quality of life and a wealth of employment
and education opportunities. Residents and visitors alike
Introduction enjoy an abundance of recreational activities, world-class
Destination New Zealand hospitality, retail and healthcare services, and first-rate
educational facilities.
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Accommodation to Te Pae Christchurch’s position in the centre of the city
makes staying for a conference or event easy and
suit any budget convenient. Christchurch is home to more than 200
accommodation establishments, to fit budgets from
affordable to 5 star, and the city’s regeneration programme
has seen many new and significantly upgraded
accommodation products introduced to the market.
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There are more than 2,000 hotel rooms within 10 minutes’
Destination New Zealand walk of Te Pae Christchurch, allowing visitors to explore
Te Pae Christchurch the heart of the city, connect with other delegates and
businesses, and enjoy Christchurch’s nightlife and arts
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and entertainment precincts.
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Christchurch
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Heritage Hotel & OGB Bar
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Te Pae Christchurch
Christchurch Tram on the Promenade
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Christchurch
Urban Regeneration A walkable city with a
City Centre Map modern transportation
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network
→ Transport
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Christchurch International Airport is the largest Transport options include:
Local Expertise in the South Island – welcoming more than » The Christchurch Metro network: buses
Day Trips 550,000 international visitors every year – with – including several all-electric vehicles
connections to major centres across the Asia-
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Pacific region. Guests get their first taste of
the unique character of Christchurch on their » Shuttles
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20 minute drive from the airport, travelling the » Rideshare options like Uber and Ola
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tree-lined avenues and alongside the Avon River
» Lime Scooters
and Hagley Park en route to the inner city.
35 ← →DINING
Enjoy the best produce
Canterbury has to offer
Introduction Our culturally diverse region has something to
satisfy everyone, with a variety of hospitality
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options to suit any budget – including fine-
Te Pae Christchurch dining and casual restaurants, cafes, bars
Venue Spaces and pubs. The city’s thriving, contemporary
food scene is supported by a network of chefs,
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artisan bakers, butchers and wine-makers who
Message from the Mayor draw on the rich produce of the Canterbury
Christchurch region as inspiration for a wide variety of local
and international cuisines.
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Scallops & green-lipped mussels
36 ← → Bunsen CaféLOCAL EXPERTISE
A proven track record in event management
Introduction Everything you need at your fingertips –
Te Pae Christchurch is supported by a local
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network of highly-skilled and experienced
Te Pae Christchurch industry experts, including event organisers,
Venue Spaces exhibition suppliers, production companies and
professional conference planners. This local
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network is supported by the city’s regional
Message from the Mayor development organisation, ChristchurchNZ, as
Christchurch well as business associations like the Canterbury
Employers’ Chamber of Commerce.
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37 ← → Delegates in the Health PrecinctDAY TRIPS
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Explore Christchurch Christchurch Gondola 20m 1 Castle Hill 1h 2 Waipara Valley Wineries 1h 3
GONDOLA RIDE, DINING & SCENERY EXPLORE THE SCENERY WINE TASTING
Message from the Mayor The Christchurch Gondola gently lifts you nearly a Castle Hill lies just over 70km west of Christchurch – an One hour north of Christchurch you’ll find fields of
kilometre to the top of the Port Hills, almost 500m easy one-hour journey from the city. True Lord of the lavender, olive groves and more than 60 vineyards,
Christchurch Rings country, the stunning landscape is home to the with dozens of cellar doors open for wine tasting in the
above sea level. As it climbs its way up the hill, you can
ancient limestone rock battlements of Kura Tawhiti. The Waipara Valley. We suggest renting a bike or hopping
Urban Regeneration experience stunning 360-degree views, over the city of
Castle Hill area is an ideal base for outdoor activities on to one of the many winery tours to explore this
Christchurch, and across the Canterbury Plains to the
like tramping, climbing and mountain biking. region’s bounty.
City Centre Map high peaks of the Southern Alps.
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Akaroa 1h 20m 4 Mt Hutt 1h 40m 5 Hanmer Springs 1h 50m 6
DINING, SCENERY & WILDLIFE SKIING HOT POOLS & HIKING
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Just 1.5 hours’ drive from Christchurch, Akaroa is filled At more than 2000m high, Mt Hutt rises 80km west of Hanmer Springs offers South Island visitors the chance
About Us with French colonial charm. Take in its historic cottages Christchurch, above the braided upper reaches of the to kick back alpine style. A maze of forest walks snake
and sample fine French cuisine before heading out Rakaia River. The mountain is one of New Zealand’s up the hillside above the town, the perfect way to
with Black Cat Cruises to get up close to the region’s largest ski areas with some of the best natural snow tire your muscles before you visit the award-winning
abundant marine life, including the smallest dolphins in the country, making it the perfect destination for Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa for a soak in the
in the world – the Hector’s dolphin. a day-trip from Christchurch. mineral-rich waters.
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Te Pae Christchurch
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Explore Christchurch Arthur’s Pass 2h 5 Tekapo Springs 3h 1 Tekapo Stargazing 3h 1
HIKING HOT POOLS OBSERVATORIES
Message from the Mayor Arthur’s Pass is the highest route through the Southern After a busy day of sightseeing there’s no better Don’t miss stargazing in the Mackenzie Basin, home
Alps, connecting the vast Canterbury Plains in the east place to relax than at Tekapo Springs Hot Pools in to the world’s largest International Dark Sky Reserve
Christchurch with the wild and rugged West Coast. Drive this spec- Lake Tekapo. Overlooking the beauty of Lake Tekapo with some of the clearest skies. Check out Dark Sky
tacular journey at your own pace, or relax and take and the mountains beyond, it features New Zealand’s Project in Lake Tekapo or Big Sky Stargazing at Aoraki
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the famous TranzAlpine train. The National Park is a largest inflatable waterslide, sauna and steam rooms, Mount Cook Village for the chance to gaze into space
popular spot with hikers, with day trippers particularly and fully equipped day spa. through powerful telescopes.
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enjoying the walk to the Devil’s Punchbowl Falls.
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Aoraki Mount Cook 4h 2 Alps 2 Ocean 4h 3 TranzAlpine Rail Journey 4.5h 4
TASMAN GLACIER CYCLE TRAIL SCENIC TRAIN
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New Zealand’s largest glacier – Tasman Glacier – is Travelling from the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean, Connecting Christchurch to Greymouth on the
About Us accessible on foot, by bike and by boat. Glacier this 300km cycle trail showcases the most dramatic West Coast, the TranzAlpine is one of the world’s
Explorers take you onto the terminal lake, where you scenery New Zealand has to offer. Bike your way most scenic rail journeys. It cuts across the Southern
can touch icebergs or marvel at our tallest mountain, through Aoraki Mt Cook National Park alongside Alps, through the patchwork of the Canterbury
Aoraki Mount Cook. The National Park here is popular glacial-fed lakes, and on to golden grasslands, Plains and the Arthur’s Park National Park – some
for short and multi-day walks, including the Governors limestone cliffs and Māori rock art. This trail suits all of New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes.
Bush Walk and the Hooker Valley Track. abilities, and includes a mixture of off and on road trail.
39 ← →He tāone nui o
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Te Pae Christchurch
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Agribusiness
Building Technology
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Earth Sciences
Health Science
ICT
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40 ← → Drone flying in the Southern AlpsCITY OF INNOVATION
Introduction
Christchurch – the dynamic urban centre of the diverse
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Te Pae Christchurch
and vibrant Canterbury region – is a city of opportunity
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The focus of the largest regeneration project in
Agribusiness New Zealand’s history, Christchurch is home to a
Building Technology broad range of dynamic industries and sectors.
International Education Te Pae Christchurch has been established to
showcase the best of Canterbury and the wider
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South Island – supporting the exchange of knowledge,
Health Science fostering new business and research collaborations,
ICT and generating ideas and innovation that will create
lasting, shared benefits for the city, its residents
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41 ← →AGRIBUSINESS
Canterbury is a world-renowned food-growing region, and an international
and domestic hub for agribusiness, agri-research and agritech.
Introduction » Christchurch is home to more than 900 agricultural,
forestry and fishing businesses, while Canterbury
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itself hosts nearly 10,000 of them. These businesses
Te Pae Christchurch employ more than 16,000 people
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» Canterbury has the largest area of irrigated land
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City of Innovation » Canterbury is responsible for producing 17% of the
Overview country’s sheep, 19% of the country’s dairy cattle,
13% of the country’s beef cattle, 28% of the country’s
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deer, and 55% of the country’s pigs
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» Canterbury provides 50% of the international
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requirement for radish seeds, 35% of white clover
Earth Sciences seeds, 33% of world’s carrot seeds and 30% of the
Health Science Bok Choy seeds (as of 2011). Research facilities and agritech innovations
are also prevalent in Canterbury. Undertaken
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by both the private sector and globally-
About Us recognised research institutions, the industry’s
academic sector adds real value to the region
and the country’s success as a food supplier
for the entire world.
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42 ← →BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
New Zealand has a reputation for high-tech building design
and manufacturing technology.
Introduction Since 2011, Christchurch has been the focus » The construction sector is the fifth largest in New
of significant construction investment and Zealand and employs more than 170,000 people
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Te Pae Christchurch innovation in support of the country’s largest » New Zealand’s total construction value is currently
urban regeneration programme. estimated at around $37 billion, of which $7 billion
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is in Canterbury
Explore Christchurch This has driven innovation and R&D initiatives
in advanced building information modelling, » Canterbury is home to more than a tenth
City of Innovation (14%) of the country’s construction and
prefabricated manufacturing, disaster-resilience
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construction, environmental management and
Agribusiness sustainable buildings. » The 2011 earthquake sequence has driven innovation
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modelling, prefabricated manufacturing, disaster-
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resilience construction, environmental management
Earth Sciences and sustainable buildings
Health Science » The University of Canterbury is ranked 7th in
ICT the world for Civil Engineering and is in the
top 100 universities in the world for Civil and
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43 ← →INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
New Zealand’s education system is world‑class, modern and responsive, and
reflects the country’s unique and diverse society.
Introduction » New Zealand’s education system is consistently
ranked within the top five of the OECD
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Te Pae Christchurch » Christchurch’s secondary schools consistently
achieve the best results in the country
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» Canterbury has around 160 schools as well as
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three major tertiary institutions: the University of
City of Innovation Canterbury (UC), Lincoln University and the Ara
Overview Institute of Canterbury. Christchurch is also home to
a satellite campus for the University of Otago.
Agribusiness University of Canterbury
Building Technology » UC is ranked third in New Zealand for the research
intensity of its staff, and currently has 26 subjects
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ranked in the world’s top 250
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» UC is connected to more than 60 international
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Lincoln University is ranked in the top 1.2% of all
partner universities, and is visited by more than
universities globally, and is rated the 15th best
ICT 75 international senior academics every year
for small universities. The agri-focused university
» UC owns over 35 research centres, including field
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stations in Cass, Nigeria, the sub-Antarctic Snares
focused on agribusiness, food, the environment
Islands, and Antarctica.
and biodiversity.
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New Zealand is positioned on the boundary of the Australian and the
Pacific tectonic plates – making it a fascinating centre for the study of
complex and active geology.
Introduction » Christchurch has become a hot spot for international
geologists, civil engineers and other specialists
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Te Pae Christchurch » Local research ranges from renewable energy
development and natural hazard mitigation, to
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environmental management and conservation
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» Christchurch is home to New Zealand’s Natural
City of Innovation Hazard Research Centre
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» The University of Canterbury’s school of Geological
Agribusiness University of Canterbury Sciences prepares students for a diverse range
Building Technology of career options, including geo-exploration,
volcanology, hazard management, engineering
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geology, environmental planning, water resources,
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Health Science
There is a thriving earth science technology
» Geological modelling, geo-statistics and geo-
business sector in Christchurch. Geological
ICT consulting companies like Seequent and ENGEO
modelling, geo-statistics and geo-consulting are based in Christchurch.
About Us companies like Seequent and ENGEO are
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governments and agencies to better understand
their earth, environment and energy challenges.
45 ← →HEALTH SCIENCE
With access to world-class health services and outstanding medical facilities,
it’s no surprise Canterbury is home to one of the largest and most successful
health science communities in New Zealand.
Introduction » Canterbury District Health Board owns and
operates five major hospitals and almost 30 smaller
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rural hospitals
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» Health sector contributes 8% to region’s GDP
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» Te Papa Hauora is a brand-new Health Precinct
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located next to Christchurch Hospital – attracting
City of Innovation research talent and funding in areas like biomedical
Overview and clinical research, health science education,
health innovation, and health-related information
Agribusiness University of Canterbury
technology
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» Manawa co-locates health education and research
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activities for the Canterbury District Health Board,
Earth Sciences the University of Canterbury and the Ara Institute
→ Health Science of Canterbury Te Papa Hauora Health Precinct attracts
both domestic and international research
ICT » The University of Canterbury’s school of Health
Sciences is rated within the top 125 in the world. talent and funding – specifically in areas
About Us like biomedical and clinical research, health
science education, health innovation, and
health-related information technology.
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46 ← →INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS & TECHNOLOGY
The Information, Communications & Technology (ICT) industry is New
Zealand’s fastest growing sector – employing 6% of the domestic workforce
and contributing more than $16 billion to New Zealand’s GDP.
Introduction » ICT sector employs 6% of the domestic workforce
and contributes more than $16 billion to New
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Zealand’s GDP
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» ICT is New Zealand’s third largest export earner,
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behind dairy and tourism
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» Christchurch is the country’s third largest location
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Overview
» Tech businesses in Canterbury employ more than
Agribusiness 3,000 residents, while professional, scientific and
Building Technology technical services companies employ more than
20,000 people. This sector contributes more than
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$2.4 billion to Christchurch’s GDP
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» The local tech sector is supported by the Canterbury
Health Science
Coined the ‘Silicon Plains’ of New Zealand,
Technology Cluster – an alliance agreement between
Christchurch is the country’s third largest
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location for technology businesses and boasts Industry Association (NZTech).
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successful tech companies.
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47 ← →Ko tātou
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Te Pae Christchurch
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Te Pae Christchurch
is not just a place,
it is our people
Introduction Combining the depth of our local experience
Destination New Zealand with the breadth of ASM Global’s international
expertise, we’re ideally positioned to establish
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Christchurch as a leading, world-class venue,
Venue Spaces attracting interest from a diverse range of
Explore Christchurch international sectors.
City of Innovation In doing so, we will make a significant
contribution to our community and region.
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By bringing delegates to our city, we’ll also be
→ About Us the catalyst for greater social and economic
Manaakitanga investment in Christchurch.
Design We aim to serve our community by being
active in it – being curious, culturally aware
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and engaged to ensure we deliver an authentic
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49 ← →MANAAKITANGA (HOSPITALITY)
Manaakitanga – it’s our way New Zealanders place enormous value on
our long tradition of being hosts: we call it
of welcoming you manaakitanga. At Te Pae Christchurch, we
want you to experience our special way of
making people feel welcome.
For us, planning an event at Te Pae
Introduction Christchurch is about more than a visit – it is
Destination New Zealand about designing a tailored experience. We will
go out of our way to ensure guests can enjoy
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a fully immersive encounter with our city and
Venue Spaces its people. We want them to make the most of
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gained a new and rich experience of not
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only their field of expertise, but our culture,
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50 ← →DESIGN
An inspired design for a
modern, regenerating city
Introduction Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre’s world-
class design reflects the natural beauty and unique
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culture of the Canterbury region.
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Inspired by the Māori creation story – and designed
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in collaboration with region’s local iwi Ngāi Tahu –
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City of Innovation waterways, snow-capped mountains and flat, open
plains. The exterior’s 43,000 façade tiles and floor
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to ceiling windows reflect the fluidity and curves
About Us of Canterbury’s braided rivers, while the building’s
Manaakitanga Canterbury’s braided rivers interiors reflect the diverse culture, community and
values of our city.
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Te Pae Christchurch was shortlisted for
View from Victoria Square – Architectural Render
a 2017 World Architecture Festival Award –
Culture: Future Projects.
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The meaning of ‘Te Pae’
Introduction Our name, ‘Te Pae’ draws inspiration
Destination New Zealand from several phrases in Te Reo Māori:
HOW TO SAY ‘TE PAE’
Te Pae Christchurch
Venue Spaces Te Pae Maunga – our mountain views. Te Reo Māori is the indigenous
language of New Zealand and
Explore Christchurch The source of our origin and central to our land and
one our three official languages.
City of Innovation people, Mountains are a key element on the Southern
landscape, just as Te Pae is a central point within Here’s a guide on how to
About Us pronounce Te Pae:
our city.
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Te Pae Whenua – the vast plains we inhabit. Te as in ‘tear’
Manaakitanga
Design With our strong ties to mountains and the rivers and Pae sounds like ‘pie’
plains they create, it is only natural this influence can be
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found in the building’s design, where shapes and lines
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Connect rivers of Canterbury.
Te Pae Tangata – a place to meet and converse.
To talk, to be hosted, to share, entertain and inform…
for Christchurch, Te Pae is a gathering place.
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