Ōtākaro-Avon River Corridor City to Sea Shared Use Pathway (OARC)
The City to Sea Pathway runs through the heart of the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor.
This is a $25.1M parks & environment project across Christchurch, currently in progress.
The City to Sea Pathway runs through the heart of the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor. The 11-kilometre-long, shared-use, all-weather route will largely follow the course of the Ōtākaro Avon River from Barbadoes Street in the central city to Pages Road in New Brighton. The pathway will generally be four metres wide and may feature short sections of boardwalk to allow for drainage and contours in the land. It is designed to be enjoyed by everyone, and a network of minor paths will connect the pathway to the surrounding communities.
Why This Project Matters
Parks and green spaces are central to Christchurch's liveability and identity. This $25.1M investment is part of the council's programme to maintain and improve public spaces for all Christchurch residents.
Latest Update
Project is currently underway. Progress is reported through the CCC capital programme tracker.
Budget Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | $25.1M |
| Category | Parks & Environment |
| Ward | Citywide |
| Status | In Progress |
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.