Major Cycleway - Ōtākaro Avon Route (Section 2) Swanns Road Bridge to Anzac Drive Bridge (OARC)

The Avon-Otakaro Route or Puari ki Te Karoro cycleway connects New Brighton to the Central City.

This is a $11.6M transport project in Central, Christchurch, currently planned.

The Avon-Otakaro Route or Puari ki Te Karoro cycleway connects New Brighton to the Central City. This is one of three sections of the route and runs from Swanns Road Bridge to Anzac Drive Bridge.

Why This Project Matters

Transport infrastructure keeps Christchurch moving and safe. This $11.6M investment is part of the council's programme to maintain and improve roads, paths, and public spaces for Central residents.

Latest Update

Approved and scheduled for delivery within the Long Term Plan 2024–2034 period.

Budget Details

DetailValue
Total Budget$11.6M
CategoryTransport
WardCentral
StatusPlanned

Data & Sources

Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. 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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