Christchurch's Vbase Venues Expected to reopen on Wednesday

Following the Christchurch earthquake, venues managed by Vbase are expected to reopen on Wednesday (8th September). Events scheduled to be held at any of Vbaseâs four venues before then have been cancelled.

Following the earthquake that struck the city on Saturday, the Christchurch Convention Centre and Christchurch Town Hall for Performing Arts have been cleared of structural damage. Meanwhile the cityâs AMI Stadium and CBS Canterbury Arena will be assessed by structural engineers through today and Tuesday.

The curfew placed on the Christchurch CBD does not affect the Convention Centre and Town Hall.

Vbase Chief Executive Bryan Pearson says it does not appear that AMI Stadium or CBS Canterbury Arena have sustained structural damage but that will not be confirmed until engineers have completed their assessment.

Most hotels in the central city are open although some have reduced capacity. Copthorne Durham St is closed as a precaution while further checks are undertaken. Other major suppliers to Vbase, including technical, theming, trade display and security services are all fully operational.

Vbase offices in Peterborough Street are open for business. All clients with events at any of the venues over the next 10 days will be contacted by Vbase staff. Other clients are invited to contact Vbase for further information.

Meanwhile, the city's International Antarctic Centre has remained open throughout the crisis.

For more information go to www.vbase.co.nz/home

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