Christopher Luxon: Christchurch shows how productivity can lift living standards

PremiumOpinionOpinion byChristopher LuxonNZ Herald·10 Sep, 2026 03:00 AM4 mins to readChrrstopher Luxon is the Prime Minister of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says by looking at Christchurch, it’s hard not to feel optimistic about New Zealand and its future. Photo / Kelly MakihaChristchurch is where I was born, raised, educated, and where I met my wife. I have spent much of my life in the region and continue to visit regularly. And each time I return, it offers something new and exciting.

Canterbury demonstrates the progress that New Zealand can achieve by