Matatiki Hornby Centre

Region: Christchurch

Date: 2025

Approximate Value: $35.7m

Developed for Christchurch City Council, the Matatiki Hornby Centre is a major civic and recreation facility serving southwest Christchurch's growing communities. The approximately 4,000 m² multi-purpose development brings together aquatic, library, customer service and community functions within a single integrated hub, creating a welcoming destination for recreation, learning and connection.

 

Designed to support a wide range of community needs, the facility includes a 25-metre lane pool, learn-to-swim pool, toddlers' wet play area, spa pool, modern library, customer service centre, café, and flexible community spaces. By consolidating essential services and amenities under one roof, the centre provides convenient access to recreation, education and civic services while encouraging greater community participation and engagement.

 

Rawlinsons provided cost management services throughout the development, supporting Christchurch City Council with cost planning, procurement and commercial management to help deliver a high-quality community facility within budget while balancing the complex requirements of aquatic, library and community spaces.

 

 

Delivering cost certainty and exceptional outcomes.