Ballantynes Reopens in Christchurch

Ballantynes has been closed since the 22nd February earthquake in Christchurch. It reopened on the 29th October along with the temporary stores on Cashel Mall. Shoppers were ecstatic to be back in the store and were given a warm welcome with free samples, cupcakes and live music. Click here for more details.

Cashel Mall Reopens in Earthquake-Damaged Christchurch

On Saturday 29th October, Cashel Mall reopened to the public. Approximately 10,000 queued for the opening and there was great excitement when Prime Minister John Key cut the ribbon. Click here to read more about the temporary shops housed in containers and the grand reopening of Ballantynes.









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Large 5.5 Aftershock Rattles Christchurch on 9th October

On the 9th October, Christchurch experienced the eighth largest earthquake since the 7.1 magnitude shake on the 4th September 2010. It occured while the All Blacks were playing a Rugby World Cup quarter final against Argentina, in Auckland. The aftershock was felt widely across the South Island and provoked a slew of comments on Facebook. Click here for more details on the aftershock and its effects.