New Brighton Pier. Christchurch NZ. - New Brighton Pier The New Brighton Pier Is Held As The Icon Of New Brighton And Later The Icon Of Christchurch After The February 22nd Earthquake Which Destroyed Christchurch's Cathedral. The Pier Is One Of Christchurch's Main Tourist Attractions. It Was Officially Opened On 1 November 1997, And Cost 4 Million Dollars To Build (half Of Which Was From Private Donations). Spanning 300 Meters Long, It Is The Longest Pier In The Australasia.[citation Needed] Currently The New Brighton Pier Is The Venue Of A Number Of Events, Such As Regular Skate On The Pier Events And The Annual Guy Fawkes Fireworks Display Held On November 5 Every Year. Photo