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Screens with real-time information become a reality on Metro buses Next-stop information is beginning to be rolled out on Metro buses in Greater Christchurch this week. The screens allow customers to easily see the next three stops and how far away they are, from the comfort of their seat. The technology has been installed on…
Pets on buses up for public discussion The Transport, Urban Development and Air Quality Committee (TUDAQ) of Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) has supported a notice of motion to include a policy on ‘Pets on buses’ in its draft Regional Public Transport Plan (RPTP). The RPTP is a legislative document that sets out our objectives…
Transition to cashless payment for buses and ferries Cash is set to be removed as a payment option on the Greater Christchurch Metro Network in 2024. This week, Councillors approved the recommendation as part of the implementation of the National Ticketing Solution (NTS) in the second half of 2024. As part of a network safety…
Environment Canterbury is offering another week of free travel on its new direct bus services from Waimakariri to central Christchurch. Transport portfolio lead Councillor Phil Clearwater says that more people are returning to work next week and eager to try out the new 91 Rangiora – City direct and 92 Kaiapoi – City direct bus…
Free travel period extended for Waimakariri’s new direct buses Another week of free travel is on offer on the new direct bus services from Waimakariri to central Christchurch. Transport portfolio lead Cr Phil Clearwater said that more people are returning to work next week and eager to try out the new 91 Rangiora – City…
Environment Canterbury is increasing the frequency of buses on the popular Avonhead to Sumner route. From 29 November, buses on the Purple Line (or Route 3) will run every 10 minutes all day on weekdays, and every 15 minutes during weekends. ECan Transport Portfolio Lead Councillor Phil Clearwater said this is an exciting and significant…
Buses to run every 10 minutes all day on route 3 From 29 November, buses on route 3 Airport/Sheffield Crescent to Sumner (the Purple Line) will run every 10 minutes all day on weekdays, and every 15 minutes during weekends. Transport Portfolio Lead Councillor Phil Clearwater said this is an exciting and significant step in…
Christchurch’s bus fleet is changing colour. Environment Canterbury (ECan), which is in charge of public transport in Christchurch, has unveiled a new teal coloured livery for all city buses other than the Orbiter. The change in livery follows research showing general awareness of Christchurch’s public transport offering is at times unclear. “Get more people using…
New look and schedules for Metro buses Starting with today’s launch of a single livery (exterior design) for all buses, Metro is taking steps to streamline operations for an easier to use network that encourages more public transport patronage. The fleet will carry a distinctive new teal colour, with design inspired by taonga/treasure species, the…
Bus passengers are being urged to avoid travelling at peak times following the move to Alert Level 2 from noon today. Environment Canterbury senior manager, public transport, Stewart Gibbon says that the regular bus timetables will continue to operate but the network’s urban service capacity will be limited, particularly at peak times. “We are asking…
Fares will be reinstated on public transport services in Christchurch from Monday 15 June after several weeks of free travel. Waka Kotahi, the New Zealand Transport Agency, provided free fares under Alert Level 4 and 3, but that is coming to an end now the country is in Alert Level 2. Environment Canterbury Senior Manager…