All Blacks Victory Parade through Christchurch
24th October
Following New Zealand’s victorious win against France last night, the complete All Blacks squad will be in Christchurch for a victory parade down Rolleston Avenue tomorrow afternoon to celebrate their Rugby World Cup 2011 Tournament win.
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Building up to Sunday’s big match
20th October
With a high turn out of fans anticipated for the New Zealand v France Rugby World Cup 2011 Final this weekend, an additional large screen will be in place at the Fanzone in North Hagley Park.
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More fun for finals weeks at the Fanzone
12th October
With less than two weeks left of Rugby World Cup 2011 and just in time for the school holidays, the entertainment has stepped it up a notch at the Fanzone in North Hagley Park.
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RWC 2011 action this weekend in Christchurch
05th October
Christchurch may have missed out on hosting the big RWC 2011 quarter final match featuring New Zealand being played this Sunday 9 October – but it won’t be missing the party.
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Get your kicks at COKE Rugbyfest
03rd October
Christchurch may have missed out on hosting the big RWC 2011 quarter-final match featuring New Zealand being played this Sunday 9 October – but it won’t be missing the party.
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Canterbury on display during Real NZ Festival
27th September
With a strong line up of exhibitors, including She Chocolat, Wines of Canterbury and several local artisans, the Presenting Canterbury festival in North Hagley Park is set to offer more entertainment to local residents and visitors during the final two weeks of Rugby World Cup 2011.
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RWC 2011 action this weekend in Christchurch
21st September
RWC 2011 action this weekend in Christchurch
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Redcliffs School supports Community Fanzone
20th September
Redcliffs School will be putting on carnival fun alongside the Christchurch City Council’s Community Fanzone from midday to 11pm at Ferrymead Park Sports Fields on Sunday 2 October.
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RWC 2011 action this weekend in Christchurch
15th September
RWC 2011 action this weekend in Christchurch
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Rugby World Cup 2011 Fanzone opens in Hagley Park today
09th September
The Fanzone in North Hagley Park opened at 9am this morning and Christchurch City Council is encouraging people to come down and check out The Stadium and the Nostalgia Lounges in The MasterCard Ruck.
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Community Fanzones travelling east
05th September
Community Fanzones will be travelling to the eastern suburbs of Christchurch during the Rugby World Cup 2011 Tournament to ensure no one misses out on the action.
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Fanzone fun at Hagley
01st September
The Fanzone at the Events Village in North Hagley Park is now up and final touches are being made in the lead up to Rugby World Cup 2011, which kicks off next Friday 9 September.
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Romanian Team Visit
29th August
The RWC 2011 Romanian Team will be arriving in Christchurch this Thursday 1st September and are expected in the international arrivals lounge at 2:45pm.
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COKE Rugbyfest @ Hagley
23rd August
Entertainment update for COKE Rugbyfest @ Hagley
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Redcliffs Class Supports France
11th August
Students and teachers at Redcliffs primary school aren’t letting the fact that their school is off limits and that there are no matches being held in Christchurch stop them from getting into the spirit of Rugby World Cup 2011.
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Christchurch City Council: Rugby World Cup festival for Christchurch
17th March
Christchurch City Council will push ahead with plans to hold a Rugby World Cup 2011 festival for the city, despite the announcement that no matches would be held in Christchurch.
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IRB announcement on Christchurch RWC matches
16th March
International Rugby Board announces decision on RWC 2011 matches in Christchurch.
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RWC Minister Murray McCully: RWC matches moved
16th March
Rugby World Cup Minister Murray McCully announces that Christchurch RWC 2011 matches will be moved.
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RWC Minister Murray McCully: RWC package for Christchurch
16th March
Read the media release from RWC Minister Murray McCully about a RWC package for Christchurch
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Register now to become a RWC 2011 volunteer
15th February
Go online today and register as a Rugby World Cup 2011 volunteer so you can be a part of one of the biggest sporting events our nation will ever see.
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Rugby-inspired show premieres in Christchurch
07th February
Christchurch residents will be the first to see a rugby-inspired theatre piece that will entertain crowds during Rugby World Cup 2011.
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Rugby great calls for "true Kiwi" Tournament
23rd December
Whether he is wearing his Rugby or farming hat, All Black great Sir Brian Lochore says Rugby World Cup 2011 will bring benefits for years to come from both a sporting and business perspective.
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Christchurch RWC 2011 Newsletter - December 2010
23rd December
Read the latest news on Christchurch plans for RWC 2011 in the December 2010 e-newsletter.
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Great line-up revealed for Christchurch's RWC 2011 Fanzone
17th December
Lunchtime concerts, games for kids, the New Zealand Army Band and cultural community performances are just some of the exciting activities planned for the RWC 2011 Fanzone in Cathedral Square.
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Welcome to the RWC 2011 website
03rd November
You’ll find everything you need to know about Rugby World Cup 2011 in Christchurch on a new website launched today by Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker and Rugby New Zealand 2011 CEO Martin Snedden.
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Christchurch RWC 2011 Newsletter - November 2010
03rd November
Read the latest news on Christchurch plans for RWC 2011 in the November 2010 e-newsletter.
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Volunteers needed for RWC 2011
28th October
Interviews are being held next week for people who have applied to be Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) volunteers – and there’s still a chance for those yet to register to get involved.
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NZ Rugby-watching history on show for RWC 2011
28th October
Students from Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology’s (CPIT) Certificate in Interior Décor course, working with the Christchurch City Council, have made seven installations which show how New Zealanders have enjoyed rugby in their homes over the past century.
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There's also action off the field..
21st October
As the home of New Zealand’s first Rugby club, Christchurch has a proud Rugby heritage, so no Rugby World Cup 2011 visitor should leave the city without taking a pilgrim’s tour.
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Free Buses on Match Day
21st October
The RWC 2011 Christchurch City Transport Plan has just been signed-off, ensuring everyone can make it quickly and safely to the Tournament.
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What to do with your visiting friends and family?
21st October
If you are hosting friends and family during RWC 2011 check out www.christchurchnz.com for more ideas about how they can get the most out of their stay.
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Last Days to Enter Ballots for RWC 2011 Semi-finals and Final
14th October