As Christchurch slowly rebuilds itself from the devastating earthquake of February 2011, we’re pleased to constantly see businesses and venues reopening around the city.

Hummingbird Café in Christchurch’s Re:START container mall. Photograph from christchurchnz.com

Lonely Planet recently took note of two icons returning to the city: the Canterbury Crusaders have returned to town after playing the 2011 season away from Christchurch, and the beloved Wunderbar is back in business in the suburb of Lyttelton. For the full story from Lonely Planet author Brett Atkinson, click here.

Also, be sure to read our January post about rebuilding progress in Christchurch.