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Pink “slow zone” decals have been installed as a trial at the Antigua Street footbridge near Christchurch Hospital and the Armagh Street entrance to the Botanic Gardens. “These two spots along Rolleston Avenue in the Central City are particularly heavy with pedestrians, including people heading to and from Christchurch Hospital and Christ’s College,” Transport Operations…
Whakaraupō kura unite for shared sustainability action In the picturesque Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour area, two kura/primary schools have embarked on their annual sustainable community project. Whakaraupō is home to five Enviroschools comprised of three primary schools and two early childhood education centres. We are the coordinating agency for Enviroschools in Waitaha/Canterbury. We currently support over 122…
Waitaki lakes’ water quality results shared A detailed summary of water quality in the lakes was shared with the Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee meeting in December. The Upper Waitaki Water Zone Committee received a water quality update and new groundwater research from our science team at its December meeting The committee, who met in…
Will shared transport improve our lives? The impact of shared transport on two different Christchurch communities could determine transport goals for New Zealand. University of Canterbury Professor Simon Kingham As part of a national project, the Christchurch-based study is examining the impact of shared transport options into a lifestyle village and a community housing trust…
Historical land-uses shared with Ashburton property owners A completed research project about historical land use in the Ashburton district found the most common source of soil contamination was infilled pits. Affected property owners have been sent letters outlining their property’s history and its inclusion on the Listed Land Use Register. Regional councils throughout New Zealand are responsible for…
City Mall’s 40-year stint as a pedestrian-only area has come to end, but pedestrian safety is still a priority. It is now officially a shared zone, like the part of Oxford Terrace where all The Terrace bars and restaurants are located. City Mall extends from Cashel Street’s intersection with Oxford Terrace to its intersection with…
After considering public feedback, a Hearings Panel is recommending Christchurch City Council proceed with plans to turn City Mall into a shared zone. Making City Mall into a shared zone means that consistent traffic rules would apply to create a safer environment for the connecting pedestrian-friendly areas of Oxford Terrace, Cashel Street and High Street….
People using the shared path that runs alongside the new Christchurch Northern Corridor (CNC) can now learn more about the area’s history and the surrounding environment. The CNC Alliance and Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga have installed storyboards that tell the rich history of the area at 11 culturally significant sites along the path. Cyclists and…
Learning about traditional mahinga kai, in and around our waterways was the theme of a special community meeting and hāngī in Omarama. Source link
The company that introduced shared electric scooters to Christchurch is now bringing its shared electric bikes to the city. Christchurch City Council has given Lime Technology a permit to operate up to 200 e-bikes in the city until the end of August 2021. Features of Lime’s e-bikes Electric pedal assist A 30-60km range QR codes…