A huge day for Christchurch today after the city council voted to build a new $683 million dollar stadium.
After nearly six hours of debate and discussion councillors voted 13-3 in favour of the new arena which has seen its costs blow out from a budgeted 533 million dollars.
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But the cost is not putting a damper on the celebrations with councillors, business leaders and many residents saying the decision will guarantee the future of the South Island's largest city.
With a new multi-purpose stadium opening in 2026 the city expects it will now attract big name performers and significant sporting events, which it is has missed out on in the past 10 years.
Annabel Turley Christchurch central city business association joins us
