A Christchurch team have launched a crowdfunding campaign to bring the old Chief Post Office in Cathedral Square, established in 1879, back to life. They’re equity crowdfunding to raise up to $2 million to create a new destination that they hope will house nine businesses, and employ 40 to 50 people. The aim is for The Grand to include an artisan French bakery, a people-focused food court experience, visitor information centre, iconic restaurants and bars and one of New Zealand’s largest outdoor plazas, says CEO and founder of The Grand Darin Rainbird. “The Grand’s next life aims to be a world-class destination for our world-class city, and we believe this will be a part of the redevelopment of Christchurch’s future,”