Highsted / Styx Mill Reserve Wetland
Constructed wetland at Highsted in Styx Mill Reserve.
This is a $3.4M parks & environment project in Papanui-Innes, Christchurch, currently planned.
Constructed wetland at Highsted in Styx Mill Reserve. Naturally filters stormwater runoff and enhances biodiversity in the Styx River catchment.
Why This Project Matters
Better flood management and a new ecological asset for the north. Fast-tracked by 3 years.
Latest Update
Brought forward from 2028/29 to 2025/26. $3.4M reprioritised. Design phase commencing.
Budget Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | $3.4M |
| Category | Parks & Environment |
| Ward | Papanui-Innes |
| Status | Planned |
Data & Sources
Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Research source: Council Agenda 12 Feb 2025, section 5.16. Budget figures from CCC capital programme. Scope and status from official CCC communications and council agenda reports. Data as at March 2026.