• Introduction
• Programme & Social Events
• Speakers
• Pre-conference Pseudomonas Workshop
• Abstract Submission & Presentation Guidelines
• Registration and Accommodation
• Student Prizes & Grants-in-Aid
• Sponsorship & Exhibition
• About Christchurch
• Contact Us

Christchurch, New Zealand

Located on the east coast of the South Island, Christchurch - just like the rest of New Zealand - is a city of contrasts.

It is a place where its residents continue to enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle amidst a natural environment world-renowned for its beauty. A growing cosmopolitan ambience also adds a touch of excitement without overt flashiness.

Internationally famed "The Garden City", Christchurch's well-established expansive parks and public gardens owe much to the planning and foresight of the city's founding fathers.

The Great Hall

The conference dinner is being held at the Great Hall, situated on the grounds of the original Canterbury College. The Great Hall was formally opened on Diploma Day, 29 August 1882. Designed by architect B W Mountfort in High Collegiate Gothic style, the Great Hall was used by Canterbury College (now the University of Canterbury) as a library, lecture hall, exam room and for more formal occasions.

Over time, the University allowed greater use of the Hall for events such as music recitals and student dances but it was not used for regular lectures or examinations until after World War II, when class sizes increased.

The Great Hall now takes pride of place as the Arts Centre's most impressive performance and function space, and one of New Zealand's most significant heritage buildings. It is in regular use throughout the year for a wide variety of events and performances designed to showcase, celebrate and support local creativity. The historic buildings surrounding The Great Hall are now the flourishing Arts Centre featuring art galleries, craft studios, shops, theatre, cinema, bars and restaurants complete with the historic Christchurch trams pulling alongside regularly. See http://artscentre.co.nz/Venues-for-Hire/The-Great-Hall/ for photographs of the venue.

 

Photos of Christchurch