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Cathedral square upgrade: Concept design to open for consultation

March 11, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Cathedral Square was badly damaged in the Canterbury earthquakes. Frank Film A long-awaited plan for an upgrade to Christchurch’s Cathedral Square will go to the public in coming months, Christchurch City Council says. Council staff briefed mayor Phil Mauger and councillors on concept design work for the city’s traditional centre on ... <a title="Cathedral square upgrade: Concept design to open for consultation" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/11/cathedral-square-upgrade-concept-design-to-open-for-consultation/" aria-label="Read more about Cathedral square upgrade: Concept design to open for consultation">Read more</a>

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Heinz Watties proposes closure of three manufacturing facilities, impacting 350 jobs

March 11, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand (File photo) Major food company Heinz Wattie’s has proposed changes to discontinue some manufacturing operations in New Zealand. The company, said the proposal would result in the closure of three manufacturing facilities in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin. Packing would also cease at the associated frozen lines in King St, Hastings. The ... <a title="Heinz Watties proposes closure of three manufacturing facilities, impacting 350 jobs" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/11/heinz-watties-proposes-closure-of-three-manufacturing-facilities-impacting-350-jobs/" aria-label="Read more about Heinz Watties proposes closure of three manufacturing facilities, impacting 350 jobs">Read more</a>