The Body Shop to reopen in Christchurch mall this Thursday

Monday 2 November 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 2 Nov, 7:20am

New owners are relaunching The Body Shop at Westfield Riccarton following the brand's $12 million collapse in 2025. The previous liquidation resulted in 16 store closures and the loss of approximately 70 jobs. The new Christchurch location is expected to create at least 10 jobs.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 2 Nov, 5:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours

NZ HeraldMon 2 Nov, 5:00am

The Body Shop returns to Christchurch after $12m collapse as new owners plan nationwide expansion (opens in new tab)
The PressMon 2 Nov, 7:20am

Beauty store The Body Shop to reopen in Christchurch mall (opens in new tab)