What |
Creation of a shared use pathway between Porritt Park and the SH74 underpass in the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor (OARC). |
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Why |
The City to Sea Pathway is a fundamental aspect of the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor Regeneration Plan and flagged for early delivery. The western portion was completed last year, and this work will extend the route through to SH74. |
Where |
Porritt Park entry to SH74 underpass, Avondale. |
When |
Mid February 2026 to late October 2026. Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm (weather/site condition dependent). |
Contact |
The contractor is Citycare. Phone Nathan Woolford on 027 801 7875, Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm. |
Details
The Canterbury Earthquake Sequence of 2010-11 resulted in the Crown’s “red-zoning” and ultimate removal of approximately 5,500 residential properties along the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor. Some Council Parks and other assets
were included within this area, the result being the creation of 602 hectares of continuous 'green space' connecting the
Central Business District (CBD) with New Brighton.
The City to Sea Pathway runs through the heart of the OARC. The 11 kilometre long, shared use pathway is split into
three stages, the first being the City to Sea - West section which is now completed. This means we are able to continue
with the second phase of development, being the City to Sea – East. This pathway runs from Porritt Park to SH74.
Christchurch City Council have engaged Citycare to undertake construction of this project.
The pathway includes one road crossing at Avondale Road.
Traffic management will be in place during the works. Pedestrians and cyclists using the existing route will be detoured
around the active work areas. One way throughfare will be used during the construction of the Avondale Road crossing.
Noise
There may be increased noise, dust and vibrations during work but it shouldn’t impact on your power, water, gas or phone services.
Safety
Safety is our biggest priority so please keep children and pets away from worksites.
Bins
Please put your bins out as usual before 6am on your collection day. Our crew will move and return them if needed.
