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 in progress.
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. Construction underway in 2026/27.
Budget Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | $3.4M |
| Category | Parks & Environment |
| Ward | Papanui-Innes |
| Status | In Progress |
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.