We all benefit from vibrant, safe, sustainable and sociable neighbourhoods, which are woven together and enabled by the connective corridor of the street.

This humble public space can promote neighbourly interaction, make it safe and easy to get around, encourage active and healthy transport, nurture sustainability and foster a sense of belonging in the neighbourhood.

But what examples can we look to in Ōtautahi Christchurch where street changes have brought about benefits? What do they look like and what were the challenges involved? How do you strike the balance between people, place and transport? And how do you cater to the needs and practices of different people, organisations and businesses within the neighbourhood?

Join us in person or online for this He Whakawhiti Kōrero Christchurch Conversation as we explore the potential of streets to transform our neighbourhoods and improve their liveability and sustainability.

Find out about the community participation and design levers involved, as well as the cultural, environmental, political and financial factors that influence the design of our streets. Learn more about what we need to do to make safe, social and healthy streets – ones that are kind to people and planet – a reality in our neighbourhoods.

First, we serve up some quick-fire presentations. Then, we move to a panel discussion and Q & A – so bring your questions.

6-7.30pm, Tuesday 22 October
Doors open 5.30pm
TSB Space, Level 1 of Tūranga.
60 Cathedral Sq

This is a free public event, but bookings are required. You can join us in person or online.

The Christchurch Conversations 2024 programme is supported by the Christchurch City Council through the Sustainability Fund and has the curatorial support of Amanda Yates from AUT He Puna Ora Regenerative Action Lab.

Getting here

Find this building on Google maps.

Visit the Metro website to plan your journey

Check out the mobility parking map.

Getting inside

There are accessible entrances from Gloucester Street and Cathedral Square

There is a ramp to access the Gloucester Street entrance Building accessibility

The building is step-free

There are accessible, gender-neutral bathrooms available on-site

There are places to sit and rest inside the building

Please contact us if you have any questions about accessibility for this event at hello@teputahi.org.nz.

Contact the host of Christchurch Conversations: Our neighbourhoods need better streets