Read updates on our plans to rebuild the South Library
Measures of Success

The ‘fit for purpose’ rebuild of the South Library is allocated sufficient budget in the Long Term Plan and completed on time

Progress to date/actions taken

The Community Board has successfully advocated for a Council decision to rebuild a fit for purpose-built facility on the site of the South Library building. Advocacy has included:

  • Updates at monthly Community Board presentations to Council
  • Advocacy to the 2023-24 Annual Plan and 2024-2034 Long Term Plan preparation

The Board’s ensured its contributions in briefings and meetings assisted the project to proceed smoothly, focussing on ensuring budget considerations would provide for a fit for purpose outcome.

Measures of success

The community is involved with the design of the former South Library.

Progress to date / actions taken

The Board has encouraged community participation in the Annual Plan and Building design processes through attendance at community forums such as the South Christchurch Farmers market and during sessions held by the project group. Community Board member, Lee Sampson, has represented Community Board in the working group for the concept design.

Measures of Success

The rebuild is connected with the surrounding area.

Progress to date / actions taken

Design for the new facility now incorporates both the building and its surroundings.

The Board is in agreement with a delay in completing the pump track and basketball part of the project, so that it can be integrated in the design and is safe in accordance with CPTED principles. The Board has also advocated for securing a larger full court space on Hunter Terrace.