Orana Park Annual Grant

$500,000 annual grant to Orana Wildlife Park for three years, drawn from the Strengthening Communities and Capital Endowment funds.

This is a $1.5M community & culture project in Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton, Christchurch, currently in progress.

Why This Project Matters

Orana Park is Canterbury's only open-range zoo and a major family attraction. The grant helps maintain animal welfare and visitor facilities.

Latest Update

First year of three-year grant programme. Supporting Orana Park operations and capital improvements.

Budget Details

DetailValue
Total Budget$1.5M
CategoryCommunity & Culture
WardHalswell-Hornby-Riccarton
StatusIn Progress

Data & Sources

Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Research source: Adopted Annual Plan 2025/26, LTP 2024-2034. 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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