Avon-Ōtākaro Cycleway

Major cycleway through the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor connecting New Brighton to the central city.

This is a $28.0M transport project in Burwood-Pegasus / Linwood-Heathcote, Christchurch, currently in progress.

Major cycleway through the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor connecting New Brighton to the central city. Part of the Major Cycleway Routes programme.

Why This Project Matters

A scenic, separated cycling route through the red zone parklands. Connects eastern suburbs residents to the city safely.

Latest Update

Several sections complete and in use. Remaining sections being built as Avon River Corridor park development progresses.

Budget Details

DetailValue
Total Budget$28.0M
CategoryTransport
WardBurwood-Pegasus / Linwood-Heathcote
StatusIn Progress

Data & Sources

Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Research source: CCC Major Cycleways, LTP 2024-2034. Budget figures from CCC capital programme. Scope and status from official CCC communications and council agenda reports. Data as at March 2026.

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