As Christchurch sprawls towards the neighbouring districts of Selwyn and Waimakariri, there is a growing conversation about whether it should become a Supercity.

Recent data from Statistics New Zealand predicts that Christchurch's population will hit 640,000 within two decades.

And with new projects like the multi-use arena ‘Te Kaha’, and road networks set to connect the outer parts of Christchurch to the CBD, many believe ratepayers who live outside the current city should be contributing financially to its growth. 

Today we’ll hear from Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce CEO Leann Watson, and Papanui Ward Councillor Mike Davidson.

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