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 Premier department store for gifts and fashion |
City Mall City Central Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 379 7400 |
Founded in 1872, "Ballys" is Christchurch's longest-established department store and has an unparalleled reputation for quality goods and services. Aimed at the more conservative end of the fashion, craft, cosmetics and home wares markets, the store serves both locals and visitors, with a souvenir department and worldwide delivery available. Here the spaciousness and subdued décor on both floors make shopping a soothing experience--except during the February and August sales. Then you will find the well-heeled of Christchurch jostling elbow to elbow in a rather poorly restrained frenzy! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Compact and convenient |
Corner Riccarton and Waimairi Roads Upper Riccarton Christchurch 8004 New Zealand +64 (0)3 348 6993 |
The Bush Inn Centre has around 30 retailers, the major ones being the Woolworths supermarket, The Warehouse, and Deka. Around half of the remainder are popular chain stores, leaving a number of shops found nowhere else, which give the mall its individual character. These include an immensely popular butcher and an equally popular hairdresser--which must be one of the cheapest in Christchurch! If you require the services of even more stores, the mall is set right in amongst the extensive retail community of Upper Riccarton. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Premier central city mall |
Cashel Street Christchurch New Zealand +64 (0)3 379 9629 (Christchurch Information Centre) |
From the Bridge of Remembrance and the nightclubs and bars on Oxford Terrace to the base of High Street, Cashel Street is closed to vehicle access, making it Christchurch's premier pedestrian mall. It provides access to a number of inner city shopping arcades, department stores and quality specialty stores, as well as bars, cafes and restaurants with outdoor seating. During Christchurch's annual Buskers' Festival, the mall comes alive with some of the world's best street entertainers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Electronic goods and gadgets |
Corner Colombo and St Asaph Streets Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 2703 / +64 0800 37 3347 (Freephone New Zealand) http://www.dse.co.nz |
Of Australian origin, this chain has stores throughout Australia and New Zealand, selling all manner of electronic components, as well as computer and telecommunications equipment. Here, high-tech goods are accessible to everyone. Items are logically grouped and clearly priced, with only one of each on display, making comparison shopping easy. The staff is friendly, lively and knowledgeable. Take care--there are a lot of fun gadgets and software here! There are additional branches at Papanui, Manchester Street, and Riccarton. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big name bargains |
409 Main South Road Hornby Christchurch 8004 New Zealand +64 (0)3 349 5750 www.dress-smart.co.nz |
A new player in Christchurch, selling designated seconds and clearance fashion items, Dress Mart's main purpose is to group all of the big name bargains and house them in a comfortable retail environment. Inside are stores like Calvin Klein, Max, Esprit and Andrea Biani. All together there are 30 retailers, promising between 30% and 70% off regular store prices. Apart from fashion there is also a record store and a book store at which to throw your hard-earned dollars. The mall is situated in Hornby, easily reached via the bus system. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lots to do and buy |
Corner Linwood Avenue & Buckleys Road Linwood Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 389 0065 |
Eastgate is a rapidly expanding mall in the central eastern suburb of Linwood. The best feature of this mall is its simple layout allowing for easy navigation. The walkway takes you on a circuit of the complex and ensures that you will not miss out on any bargains on offer. Eastgate holds 47 retailers with its prime tenants being Countdown supermarket, Deka and the soon to be completed Warehouse store. For the kids there is a large Time Out centre and the city's first and largest McDonalds. Parking is plentiful and there are many public amenities surrounding the plaza. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A day at the Center |
126 Cashel Street Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 1188 |
What's a trip to New Zealand without some shopping to show for it? Drop by this huge complex for a shopping spree, and mind you, it will take up your entire day. Located at the centre of the Garden City, it houses up to 16 specialty stores, ranging from fashionable clothing to accessories and health. A food court, with the usual takeaway favorites, and some exotic additions, such as kebabs, will refresh you to keep up your spirits. The center is open seven days a week, and is next to a car park with an hour's worth of free parking available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Your entire home needs |
Corner Colombo Street & Moorhouse Avenue Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 353 2440 |
The store basically comprises of two areas. The first section is the furniture and bedding department. Here you will find any item needed to furnish your home from lounge suites to drapes. The second area is the electronics and appliance section, where you will find home appliances and home entertainment equipment plus computers and software. The store is practically divided with the staff specifically trained in their area. Parking at Harvey Norman is no problem, with plenty of space allocated for customers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Plenty of shopping out west |
418 Main South Road Hornby Christchurch 8004 New Zealand +64 (0)3 349 7288 http://www.hornbymall.co.nz |
The recently redeveloped Hornby Mall, a medium-sized suburban shopping complex in the western suburbs of Christchurch, is home to 40 specialty shops. Of these the major tenants are New World Supermarket, The Warehouse, Briscoes and Deka. During the school holidays there is usually plenty of entertainment for the kids, with regular children's stage acts and promotions. Otherwise you can take the family to the three-cinema complex upstairs. Parking is a tad chaotic, so be wary if you are unfamiliar with the surrounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashion & Style |
189 Papanui Rd Merivale Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 355 9692 http://www.merivalemall.co.nz |
Once of average size, Merivale Mall is now dwarfed by many of its counterparts. Having run out of space in which to expand, this complex concentrates on what it does well--fashion. Leading off a spacious and elegantly marbled atrium, you will find a range of (mainly women's) fashion stores in the mid- to upper-price range. The queen of them all is Quinn's, a Mecca for the style-conscious women of Merivale and Fendalton. Other outlets include a Fresh Choice supermarket with an excellent wine section. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Picturesque Spanish colonial-style mall |
Between Armagh and Gloucester Streets Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 379 9629 (Chrischurch Information Centre) |
The restored electric tram regularly clatters down the length of historic New Regent Street, offering a sense of what the city was once like. Beautifully renovated Spanish Mission style facades line both sides of the street, overlooking cafes, restaurants and interesting specialty boutiques. There is plenty of outside seating, providing places to lean back, admire the architecture and absorb the atmosphere of the gracious city that once was. Apart from the tram, the street has been closed off to vehicle traffic, making it the perfect place to linger and relax. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stores and services |
55 Main North Road Papanui Christchurch 8005 New Zealand +64 (0)3 352 6535 |
With 70 shops, you might expect this mall to feel impersonal. However, Northlands manages to maintain a real relationship with the community, by providing not only a good range of retail stores, but also a number of services, like postal facilities and a cinema. The stores, including big players: Farmers and Pak 'n Save (supermarket), flank a long corridor that runs north to south. For a break in your travels, there are two good cafes as an alternative to the food court in the middle of the mall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Over eighty shops |
Corner Marshlands Road and New Brighton Road Shirley Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 385 3067 |
If you have a diverse shopping list, chances are you will be able to find everything you need under one roof at this popular suburban shopping complex. Inside, it is light and spacious beneath the enormous palm trees that name the mall. Two stores dominate--an excellent Big Fresh supermarket and the Kmart department store--but there are over 80 others including the satellite stores situated around the car park. Refresh yourself at the food court while admiring the marvellous feature fountain. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canterbury shopping district icon |
550 Colombo Street Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 983 3000 http://www.smithscity.co.nz |
Christchurch's largest and most complete department store, Smith's City, is effectively split up into four divisions each with its own area of expertise. The areas defined are Sports and Camping, Do-It-Yourself, Home Furniture and Appliances and the repair centre. Every item imaginable is available from Smiths City. The store even has a second hand and clearance outlet on its third floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Self-contained and central |
555 Colombo St Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 379 7190 http://www.southcity.co.nz |
The only self-contained mall with a supermarket within the "four avenues," which define the central city, the South City Centre is often a very busy place. Amongst the approximately 50 stores, there is a range of the popular chain stores, dominated by the Warehouse and a New World supermarket. But there are some independent businesses as well--for a taste of local seafood head for the excellent open-plan fishmongers. Anyone shopping with children under the age of six will appreciate the fenced adventure playground located near the food court. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fabric and craft heaven |
Corner Colombo and Elgin Streets Sydenham Christchurch 8002 New Zealand +64 3 377 6121 http://www.spotlight.co.nz/sto... |
A fabric, craft, and home interiors superstore of Australian origin, this store is heaven for creative sewers and decorators. A large mezzanine with every imaginable craft item, from zips to stencils, is suspended above a vast floor of home accessories, and fashion, curtain, and upholstery fabrics. Spotlight covers the cheaper end of the market, and you often get more than you pay for. Before buying that expensive curtain fabric, check first whether a container load ended up here at a fraction of the price! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 New Zealand budget chain store |
South City Mall City Central Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 3 366 6013 |
The budget-goods chain, The Warehouse, is regarded in New Zealand with a certain affection, somehow it manages to provide people with items they need, before they realise they need them. Stacked high in rows throughout this cavernous store you will find a mind-boggling range of New Zealand-made and imported goods. There are toys, home wares, grocery items, garden equipment, furniture, through to compact discs, computer software and cellular phones. The quality can be surprisingly good for the price. Other Christchurch branches are at Barrington, Bush Inn, Hornby, Linwood, and Papanui. Review © 2007, Wcities |