Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor
Transforming 602 hectares of earthquake-damaged red zone land along the Avon River into a green spine through the city.
This is a $340.0M parks & environment project in Central / Linwood-Heathcote, Christchurch, currently in progress.
Transforming 602 hectares of earthquake-damaged red zone land along the Avon River into a green spine through the city. Includes walking/cycling paths, wetlands, ecological restoration, and community spaces.
Why This Project Matters
The largest urban park development in NZ history. Turns earthquake devastation into a world-class ecological and recreational corridor.
Latest Update
Multiple stages underway. Dallington Landing and Avondale sections progressing. Community planting programmes ongoing.
Budget Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | $340.0M |
| Category | Parks & Environment |
| Ward | Central / Linwood-Heathcote |
| Status | In Progress |
Data & Sources
Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Research source: Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor Regeneration Plan, CCC/DPMC. Budget figures from CCC capital programme. Scope and status from official CCC communications and council agenda reports. Data as at March 2026.