On January 3, the Christchurch Music Industry Trust (CHART) announced that it will close down in the next few weeks via a Facebook announcement.

Their full statement:

“After 11 years in operation working with the local and national music industry, The Christchurch Music Industry Trust will be officially winding up our organisation in the next few weeks. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our many dedicated trustees, our kind supporters, and all the great musicians who have been a part of our journey. We have high hopes for the future of Christchurch music and wish you all well.”

Watch this space for updates!