Christchurch Central Recovery Plan - New Zealand Listener

Listen to the PeopleAspirationsNgā AwheroWhen I walk through thecity I wish to see my NgāiTahu heritage reflected inthe landscape. Our specialindigenous plants that weused for scents, weaving,food and medicine aresomething unique that wecan all celebrate.Maruhaeremuri Stirling,Ngāi Tūāhuriri/Ngāi TahuFlour Power, Regan Gentry (2008), courtesy of SCAPE.Green city• A revitalised Ōtākaro/Avon Rivercorridor• New street trees, improved surfacestormwater treatment and a newnetwork of parks that encourageoutdoor activities• A greener, more attractive centralChristchurch, which includes measuresagainst climate changeStronger built identity• A lower-rise city with safe, sustainablebuildings that look good and functionwell• Use of strong urban design principles• Strengthened heritage buildingsthat can be used for contemporarypurposes• An urban building fabric that speaksto our sense of place, our identity, ourshared cultural heritagePhoto courtesy of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.Compact core• A more compact central city core• Well-designed streetscapes,redeveloped civic buildings, ultra-fastbroadband and free Wi-Fi• Car parking buildings and bus routesaround the CoreLive, work, play, learn and visit• High-quality inner city housing• New metropolitan sporting facilities• A new central library• New public art and performing artsvenues• PlaygroundsAccessible city• A city that is easy to get to and aroundfor all age groups• Excellent walking and cycling pathsand high-quality public transportEmbrace cultural values• A city for all people and cultures• Recognise Ngāi Tahu heritage andplaces of significance• A commitment to enhance an urbanenvironment for future generations• Cultural revitalisation as a catalyst forurban regeneration and prosperity23Christchurch Central Recovery Plan