Programme Changes and Updates

There may be some changes to the advertised WORD Christchurch Festival 2026. We will post any changes to this page.

RISKY WOMEN:
Unfortunately, Barbara Dreaver can no longer attend WORD. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. We are thrilled that Charlotte Grimshaw now joins the line up.

FOREIGN CORRESPONDENTS:

Unfortunately, Barbara Dreaver can no longer attend WORD. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. Chair Lauren Quaintance has also worked as a foreign correspondent, including covering the September 11 attacks and people smugglers in Europe for The Sunday Times.