New Library to Support Population Growth

This project will build a new library facility of an appropriate size to cater for future growth.

This is a $1.3M community & culture project in Papanui-Innes, Christchurch, currently planned.

This project will build a new library facility of an appropriate size to cater for future growth. Co-location with other Council services will be considered. A location has not yet been determined.

Why This Project Matters

Arts and cultural infrastructure enriches city life and draws visitors. This $1.3M investment is part of the council's programme to maintain world-class cultural venues for Papanui-Innes residents.

Latest Update

Approved and scheduled for delivery within the Long Term Plan 2024–2034 period.

Budget Details

DetailValue
Total Budget$1.3M
CategoryCommunity & Culture
WardPapanui-Innes
StatusPlanned

Data & Sources

Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Budget figures from CCC capital programme. Scope and status from official CCC communications and council agenda reports. Data as at March 2026.

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