Te Pae Christchurch GM Ross Steele: World-class destination

International delegates to Te Pae are loving our new city.

A survey of delegates who attended events at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in 2024 indicates 95% of international attendees will return to the Canterbury region for a holiday in the next five years.

This is excellent news, particularly as around 50% of international delegates would not have come to Christchurch if it had not been for the conference they were attending.

Delegates are also great advocates, with 99% saying they would recommend Christchurch as a place to visit. Business events are strengthening the city’s reputation as a vibrant, world-class destination. With over 220 events hosted last year and a strong line-up of conferences and events confirmed for 2025 and beyond, we’re proud to see Te Pae Christchurch driving economic growth and providing a positive impact for our community.