By the end of the 2024/25 financial year, 11 of the 12 Canterbury ‘Shovel Ready’ projects under CID’s financial oversight — with a combined value of $359 million — had reached completion. These projects were part of the Government’s COVID-19 recovery response and have delivered tangible benefits across the region, from health and housing to community and environmental infrastructure.

CID’s role extended beyond financial oversight. We provided specialist Project Support Office (PSO) reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability to Ministers and the public. CID also worked closely with funding recipients to support delivery and resolve challenges as they arose.

Here are some of the completed projects that CID helped bring to life - 

Ashburton Library and Civic Centre (Te Whare Whakatere): $62 million multi-purpose facility that combines community services, cultural spaces and local government functions under one sustainable roof. Designed with a focus on accessibility and environmental efficiency, the centre serves as a vibrant hub for learning, connection and civic engagement.

Ranui Apartments (Bone Marrow Cancer Trust): A $19 million development of 42 self-contained units near Christchurch Hospital, providing accommodation for patients and their whānau during treatment. CID supported delivery and continues to monitor outcomes.

Cancer Society Accommodation Facility: A $20 million, 50-bedroom facility offering a home-away-from-home for cancer patients and their families. CID oversaw funding distribution and reporting.

The Bridge Hub (Bridge South Brighton Trust): A new community facility in South Brighton, completed in 2021, providing a vibrant space for local events and services.

Surf Life Saving Club Rebuilds, including New Brighton, South Brighton and Taylors Mistake: $10 million to complete three modern, fit-for-purpose facilities supporting surf lifesaving operations and community engagement.

Kaiapoi Stormwater and Flooding: $22 million worth of (Waimakariri District Council) infrastructure upgrades to improve flood resilience and environmental outcomes.

Eastern Sports Hub (Eastern Community Sport & Recreation Inc.): A multi-sport facility supporting community wellbeing and active lifestyles.

In addition to the original 12 projects, CID has been mandated to manage the distribution and oversight of $25 million Crown funding for the seismic strengthening component of the Canterbury Museum Redevelopment Project. This work is progressing through basement strengthening and base isolation, with CID providing financial oversight and advisory support.