Agenda of Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

Waimāero

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

Open Minutes

Date: Monday 16 March 2026

Time: 4.31 pm

Venue: Boardroom, Fendalton Service Centre,
Corner Jeffreys and Clyde Roads, Fendalton

Present

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Jason Middlemiss

Nicola McCormick

David Cartwright

James Gough

Aaron Keown

Lucy Keown

Sam MacDonald

Ben Spittle

Bridget Williams

Principal Advisor

Maryanne Lomax

Manager Community Governance

Tel: 941 6730

maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz

Meeting Advisor

Aidan Kimberley

Community Board Advisor

Tel: 941 6566

aidan.kimberley@ccc.govt.nz

Website: www.ccc.govt.nz

Part A Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B Reports for Information

Part C Decisions Under Delegation

Karakia Tīmatanga

Whakataka te hau ki te uru

Whakataka te hau ki te tonga

Kia mākinakina ki uta

Kia mātaratara ki tai

E hī ake ana te atakura

He tio, he huka, he hauhūnga

Tīhei mauri ora

Cease the winds from the west
Cease the winds from the south
Let the breeze blow over the land
Let the breeze blow over the ocean
Let the red-tipped dawn come with a sharpened air.
A touch of frost, a promise of a glorious day.

The agenda was dealt with in the following order. Where no voting record is shown, the item was carried unanimously by those present.

1. Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Part C

There were no apologies.

2. Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Part B

There were no declarations of interest recorded.

3. Confirmation of Previous Minutes Te Whakaāe o te hui o mua

Part C

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2026/00012

That the minutes of the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board meeting held on Monday, 16 February 2026 be confirmed.

David Cartwright/Ben Spittle Carried

4. Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Part B

4.1 Staveley Street Shops

Mark Smith, local business owner, addressed the Board to provide feedback on the recent parking changes outside the Staveley Street Shops, and to discuss disability parking arrangements.

5. Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

There were no deputations by appointment.

6. Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

Part B

There was no presentation of petitions.

7. Correspondence

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2026/00013

Officer recommendations accepted without change.

Part B

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 16 March 2026

Nicola McCormick/Aaron Keown Carried

8. Jellie Park Recreation & Sport Centre Storeroom

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2026/00014

Officer recommendations accepted without change.

Part C

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Jellie Park Recreation & Sport Centre Storeroom Report.

2. Approves construction of a new storeroom addition to the Jellie Park Recreation & Sport Centre building adjacent to the indoor pool plantroom.

3. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

Aaron Keown/David Cartwright Carried

9. Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Applications - Belfast Residents Association, Burnside Bowling Club Inc, Heartfelt NZ Trust and Wildlife Veterinary Trust
	Community Board Comment The Community Board decided to the grant the Burnside Bowling Club $4,000, an increase of $2,000 compared to the staff recommendation. The remainder of the staff recommendations were accepted without change.
	Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board: 1. Receives the information in the report: Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Applications - Belfast Residents Association, Burnside Bowling Club Inc, Heartfelt NZ Trust and Wildlife Veterinary Trust. 2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Approves a grant of $466 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to the Belfast Area Residents Association towards website hosting, domain name and email address annual subscription fees. 4. Approves a grant of $2,000 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to Burnside Bowling Club Inc towards re-sealing and improvement of the Club's car park. 5. Approves a grant of $3,550 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to Heartfelt New Zealand Harvest Trust towards operational and volunteer costs for the Heartfelt Community Drop-in Centre. 6. Approves a grant of $10,000 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to Wildlife Veterinary Trust (known as South Island Wildlife Hospital) towards the purchase of a sump and up to six months wages for a volunteer coordinator.
	Community Board Resolved FWHB/2026/00015 Part C That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board: 1. Receives the information in the report: Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Applications - Belfast Residents Association, Burnside Bowling Club Inc, Heartfelt NZ Trust and Wildlife Veterinary Trust. 2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Approves a grant of $466 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to the Belfast Area Residents Association towards website hosting, domain name and email address annual subscription fees. 4. Approves a grant of $4,000 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to Burnside Bowling Club Inc towards re-sealing and improvement of the Club's car park. 5. Approves a grant of $3,550 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to Heartfelt New Zealand Harvest Trust towards operational and volunteer costs for the Heartfelt Community Drop-in Centre. 6. Approves a grant of $10,000 from its 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund to Wildlife Veterinary Trust (known as South Island Wildlife Hospital) towards the purchase of a sump and up to six months wages for a volunteer coordinator. Sam MacDonald/Ben Spittle Carried

10. Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - March 2026

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2026/00016

Officer recommendations accepted without change.

Part B

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - March 2026.

Sam MacDonald/Bridget Williams Carried

11. Elected Members’ Information Exchange Te Whakawhiti Whakaaro o Te Kāhui Amorangi

Part B

Members exchanged information on matters of interest to the Community Board.

Karakia Whakamutunga

Meeting concluded at 4.58pm.

CONFIRMED THIS 20^TH DAY OF APRIL 2026.

Jason Middlemiss

Chairperson

7. Proposed Road Names - 232 Highsted Road, Casebrook
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/485541
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Sean Ward, Team Leader Planning
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	John Higgins, General Manager Strategy, Planning & Regulatory Services

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to approve the proposed road names at 232 Highsted Road, Casebrook.

1.2 The report is staff-generated resulting from a naming request received from the developer.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Proposed Road Names - 232 Highsted Road, Casebrook Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the following new road names for 232 Highsted Road (RMA/2023/2775)

a. Road 1 - MacKillop Avenue

b. Road 2 - Mother Teresa Drive

c. Road 3 - John Paul Crescent

d. Road 4 - Mooney Close

3. Detail Te Whakamahuki

Introduction Te Whakatkinga

3.1 A road naming request has been submitted by the agent on behalf of the developer. A preferred name and alternative names have been put forward for the roads.

3.2 The recommended road names have been checked against existing road names in Christchurch and bordering districts, for duplication, alternative spelling, or other similarities in spelling or pronunciation to avoid the potential for confusion. The proposed names are considered sufficiently different to existing road names.

3.3 The recommended road names have been checked against the Council’s Naming Policy dated 15 November 2023 and are considered to be consistent with this policy. The specific criteria for assessing a name from clause 2 is set out below.

3.3.1 A traditional or Māori name which is acceptable to the Rūnanga or Iwi; this may be a name reflecting the physical characteristics of an area, an activity or event associated with the area or of a notable ancestor.

3.3.2 A feature of historical, social, cultural, environmental or physical importance in the area (e.g., Carlton Mill Road or Carlton Mill Reserve*).

3.3.3 The name of a notable family, person or event associated with the locality or with the wider Christchurch area.

3.3.4 A name in recognition of a person’s service. This can be for community service, conservation, sport, the arts, science and research or other sphere of activity.

3.3.5 Consistency with a common or established theme for naming in a subdivision or locality.

3.3.6 A name that reflects the diverse cultures and communities of the locality or of Christchurch generally.

3.3.7 The name of an event or activity strongly associated with the immediate location including an informal name for the area that is (or was historically) in common usage.

3.3.8 A name associated with a person, event or activity of significance to Christchurch including names associated with people, events, or places of national and international significance.

3.4 The criteria for names that are not suitable for approval from clause 6 are set out below.

3.4.1 Names of people, flora, fauna or geographical features not associated with the area, e.g., names of native trees which are not present in the area or views that cannot be identified, except where the name continues a current naming theme in the locality.

3.4.2 Currently trading commercial organisations except for sponsorship names for facilities and leased parks.

3.4.3 Anagrams, amalgamations or derivatives of people's names.

3.4.4 Names of living persons.

3.4.5 Names related to the developer of a subdivision.

3.4.6 Name of a person, club or organisation associated with a privately owned building on Council land, where the club or organisation does not hold the ground lease for the building.

3.4.7 Names for roads which may cause confusion because they are associated with another geographical location or feature e.g., Parklands Drive which is not located in the Parklands suburb.

3.5 The recommended road names have also been checked against the Australia and New Zealand Standard AS/NZA 4819:2011 Rural and Urban Addressing. The names are considered to be consistent with the Standard.

3.6 Under the Roads and Right-of-Way Naming Policy, the name considered must be requested by the developer. There is no ability to consider alternative names without first checking whether there are any duplications or similarities with other road and right-of-way names.

3.7 Consultation has been undertaken with Land Information New Zealand who have raised no concerns with the proposed names.

3.8 Consultation under the policy with rūnanga is not required because the roads to be named are not collector roads and/or site(s) of significance under the District Plan (clause 3 of the Naming Policy).

3.9 No addresses of neighbouring properties are affected by the proposed road naming (clause 12.2 of the Naming Policy).

3.10 The names requested have been accompanied by an explanation of the background of the names, which is summarised below.

Assessment of Significance and Engagement Te Aromatawai Whakahirahira

3.11 The decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3.12 The level of significance was determined by the number of people affected and/or with an interest.

3.13 Due to the assessment of low significance, no further community engagement and consultation is required.

Proposed Names

3.14 The proposed roads are shown in Attachment A.

3.15 The proposed name and alternative names are themed for the locality’s Catholic connections.

3.16 Road 1 - MacKillop Avenue

3.17 Mary MacKillop (1842–1909), also known as Saint Mary of the Cross, was an Australian Roman Catholic nun and educator. Born in Fitzroy, Melbourne, she founded the Sisters of St Joseph in Penola, South Australia. The order established schools across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on accessible education for the poor.

Her congregation expanded to New Zealand in the late 19th century, including foundations in Christchurch. St Mary Mackillop visited Christchurch in 1894 and 1895. The Sisters of St Joseph established schools here, contributing to Catholic education in the region. The sisters taught in at least 9 schools through the Christchurch Diocese. The Sisters of St Joseph were part of the original St Gregory’s parish in Bishopdale, which has now merged to become Christchurch North. This is the parish within which Claridges Estate is located.

MacKillop College (Shirley) – Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart as a Catholic girls’ secondary school with day and boarding facilities. It merged with St Mary’s College to become Marian College in 1982. The new Marian College is now nearby in Papanui.

3.18 Road 2 - Mother Teresa Drive

3.19 Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu (1910–1997), better known as Mother Teresa was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, founder of the Missionaries of Charity and a Catholic saint.

Mother Teresa visited the Bishopdale parish of St Gregory’s in February 1973.

3.20 Road 3 - John Paul Crescent

3.21 Pope John Paul II (1920–2005), born Karol Józef Wojtyła, was head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City from 16 October 1978 until his death in 2005.

St John Paul II visited Christchurch in 1983 and led Mass at Lancaster Park. He was the first pope to visit New Zealand.

3.22 Road 4 - Mooney Crecent

3.23 Ronald Walter Mooney (1920–2004) was a historic owner of the underlying land. The farm was purchased by Ronald Mooney prior to his deployment with the NZ Army. Mr Mooney served in North Africa and Italy between 1941 – 1945. The farm was sold in 1975.

Mr Mooney was also a founding member of the Papanui Working Mens Club. It is understood that the family were involved in the local parish and Mr Mooney attended the local Catholic high school – St Bedes College.

3.24 Officers Note: Written approval from the Mooney family for the above proposed name was provided with the naming request application.

Alternative Names

Grimes Ave/Dr/Crs/Cl - Bishop John Grimes (1842-1915) was the first Catholic Bishop of Christchurch, from 1887 – 1915.

He was born in the East London slums in 1842 and was ordained as a priest in 1867. Following a stint teaching in Louisiana, USA, he was ordained Bishop in London in 1887 and then sailed for New Zealand arriving in Christchurch in early 1888.

Bishop Grimes was the instigator and driving force behind the building of the Cathedral of Blessed Sacrament in Barbadoes Street. Upon his death in 1915, Bishop Grimes was interred in ‘his’ cathedral.

3.25 Lyons Ave/Dr/Crs/Cl - Bishop Patrick Lyons (1903-1967) was the third Bishop of Christchurch from 1944 – 1950. Bishop Lyons was born in Melbourne, Australia in 1903 and was ordained a priest in 1927.

Bishop Lyons was responsible for the establishment of the Holy Name Seminary in Riccarton Christchurch, which trained secular clergy from 1947 to 1978. Similarly, he was instrumental in securing the site in Sockburn where St Thomas of Canterbury College was established.

It is understood that Bishop Lyons was well spoken and initiated what is now known as the Bishop Lyons Shield, a debating and public speaking competition for students from the Catholic secondary schools within Canterbury.

3.26 The proposed and alternative names are considered to be consistent with the policy.

3.27 Notwithstanding, the discretion lies with the Community Board to approve any of the above name options, including the alternative names.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	RMA/2023/2775 - Proposed Road Naming Plan - 232 Highsted Road	26/433264	15

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Leashelle Miller - Planner Level 2

Sean Ward - Team Leader Planning

Approved By

Mark Stevenson - Head of Planning & Consents

9. Radcliffe Road Corridor Improvement
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/259335
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Natasha Wells, Project Manager
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is to seek approval from the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimari-Harewood Community Board for the Radcliffe Road Corridor Improvement scheme design following public consultation.

1.2 The report is staff generated.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Radcliffe Road Corridor Improvement Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to parking and stopping restrictions and traffic controls made pursuant to any Bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with parking or stopping restrictions described in resolutions 0 to 0 and 0 to 0 below.

4. Approves the following resolutions required for the implementation of the project, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

Radcliffe Road

5. Approves all kerb alignments, traffic islands, road surface treatments, and road markings on Radcliffe Road commencing at a point 172 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road, and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 245 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

6. Approves, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A:

a. On the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 172 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 245 metres.

b. On the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 172 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 225 metres.

7. Approves all kerb alignments, traffic islands, road surface treatment, and road markings on Radcliffe Road commencing at a point 96 metres east of its intersection with Blakes Road, and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 257 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

8. Approves, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

a. On the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at its intersection with Blakes Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 96 metres.

b. On the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at its intersection with Blakes Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 94 metres.

c. On the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 96 metres east of its intersection with Blakes Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 257 metres.

9. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 291 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as an eastbound Shared Path, in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road users only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

10. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 397 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 55 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road users only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

11. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 302 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 40 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as an eastbound Shared Path, in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road users only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

12. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 23 metres east of its intersection with Blakes Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as an eastbound Shared Path, in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road users only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

13. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 36 metres east of its intersection with Blakes Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 58 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road users only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

14. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 96 metres east of its intersection with Blakes Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 588 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road users only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

Blakes Road

15. Approves all kerb alignments, traffic islands, and road markings on Blakes Road commencing at its intersection with Radcliffe Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 183 metres, as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

16. Approves that in accordance with Section 4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 that the southbound approach of Blakes Road at its intersection with Radcliffe Road be controlled by a Stop Control, as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

17. Approves, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times as detailed on plan TP362601, Issue 1, dated 12/03/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

a. On the western side of Blakes Road, commencing at its intersection with Radcliffe Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 183 metres.

b. On the easterly side of Blakes Road, commencing at its intersection with Radcliffe Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 183 metres.

18. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road marking that evidence the restrictions described in 5 to 17 above are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

19. Endorses staff’s recommended delivery staging approach to construct the full intended design for Radcliffe Road and Blakes Road, other than the upgrades to the level crossing, as one phase as soon as possible. The railway level crossing will be delivered when ready to do so.

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board recommend that Council:

20. Approves that a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of eastbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be established on the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 172 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 100 metres as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

21. Approves that a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of eastbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be established on the northern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 280 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 11 metres as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

22. Approves that a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of westbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be established on the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 382 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 97 metres as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

23. Approves that a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of westbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be established on the southern side of Radcliffe Road, commencing at a point 269 metres east of its intersection with Main North Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 63 metres as detailed on plan TP362601, dated 12/03/2026, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

24. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road marking that evidence the restrictions described in 20 to 23 above are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

25. Approves that for any traffic controls or parking restrictions on land not yet vested with Council as Road Reserve, these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in this staff report are in place and when the land has been vested with Council.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 The Radcliffe Corridor Improvement project has come about from the need to provide a safe pedestrian and cycling connection between Main North Road and the Spring Grove subdivision.

3.2 The route means there will be impacts on the existing railway level crossing on Radcliffe Road due to the expected increased numbers of pedestrians and cyclists.

3.2.1 Council therefore has an obligation to upgrade this level crossing to manage the increased risk.

3.2.2 The design for the level crossing requires KiwiRail approval which has not yet been granted, so is not included in this report

3.3 Staff have considered the works and provided options for approval in two categories: the permanent design; and staging options:

3.3.1 The permanent design options:

· Approve the recommended design, found in Attachment A

· Do not approve the design

3.3.2 The staging options are:

· Construct all scope as soon as possible, noting that the level crossing upgrade will likely be completed much later than the path

· Construct scope east of Blakes Road as soon as possible, and all scope west of Blakes Road once the level crossing upgrade is ready

· Delay the construction of all scope until the level crossing is ready

3.4 The staff recommendation is to construct the intended design up to the rail crossing, then upgrade the level crossing once the design is approved.

3.4.1 Staff have recommended these as they address community concerns, and provide the connections as soon as possible.

3.4.2 However, staff expect that this will temporarily encourage more users towards a level crossing that has not been upgraded. While this will raise the level of risk at the level crossing itself, the overall impact on users of the corridor has been assessed as lower risk (due to the current risk to users walking on the edge of a narrow, fast and unlit road).

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 In the past decade there has been significant growth in residential properties to the east of the railway between Radcliffe Road and Belfast Road, within the Spring Grove subdivision.

4.1.1 This has created an increasing demand for residents to access amenities and services to the west of the railway: schools, shops, cafes, bus services, major cycleway network, etc. However, there is poor pedestrian and cycle access from the subdivision to Main North Road due to a lack of footpaths, and level crossings that do not cater for non-vehicular traffic. Staff are aware of reports of people using the live railway corridor as an access route between Thompsons Road (east) and Sheldon Park.

4.1.2 In the 2015 Long Term Plan a project was initiated that sought to cater for this movement, by crossing the railway line at Thompsons Road. Despite ongoing discussions with KiwiRail over a number of years it was not possible to get agreement for a pedestrian level crossing in this location. A grade separated crossing (under or over-pass) was ruled out for a number of reasons, including high cost, property purchase requirements, and CPTED and privacy concerns. This project was removed from Council’s capital programme as part of the 2024 Long Term Plan.

4.1.3 In the 2021 Long Term Plan a project was initiated for the Radcliffe Corridor Improvement project. As the Radcliffe Road level crossing needed to be linked to any new works at Thompsons Road, little progress was able to be made on this project until the Thompsons Road level crossing was removed from the programme.

4.2 Some of this project is on land which NZTA acquired for the northern motorway, and NZTA is in the process of handing over the land to CCC and vesting it as road reserve, in accordance with the signed memorandum of understanding between CCC and NZTA associated with the Northern Arterial Extension.

4.3 As part of the South-East Belfast Outline Development Plan there are significant further areas of land proposed to be developed for housing in this location. Therefore, it is anticipated that traffic and pedestrian/cycle volumes along Radcliffe Road will increase.

4.4 There have been high-profile campaigns over a number of years by residents, Council/Community Board elected members, and the Members of Parliament to highlight and address the lack of pedestrian and cycle access to these subdivisions.

Network Context

4.5 Both Radcliffe Road and Blakes Road are designated at Collector Roads within the District Plan.

4.5.1 Traffic counted was last carried out on Radcliffe Road in August 2022. Average daily traffic is around 4,600 vpd, with an average speed of 62km/h, and an 85%ile of 68.5km/h. 8.6% of the traffic were heavy vehicles. The area under consideration is not on a bus route.

4.5.2 Posted speed limit is mostly 60km/h along Radcliffe Road, although this reduces to 50km/h at the western end (including over the level crossing), and on Blakes Road.

4.5.3 The road is narrow (around 6m), has minimal shoulder, and is rural in nature. Grass and other vegetation grows up to the seal edge, making it difficult for pedestrians to walk outside the road.

4.6 For cyclists, improved facilities along Radcliffe Road would provide an important link between the major cycleway (Northern Line MCR on Main North Road) and the Northern Corridor Shared Path (parallel to the motorway). This would provide a significant legibility benefit to the overall network.

Scope of the Projects

4.7 A condition of subdivisions is that they construct footpaths along their frontages. However, as developments are not necessarily constructed concurrently or in a sequential way, it can leave gaps in the footpath network between the new and existing facilities.

4.7.1 In this area there are a number of footpaths that do not link to the wider footpath network. While it is anticipated that eventually further developments will fill in many of these gaps, it is not clear how long this will take – some appear to be many years from being constructed.

4.8 To address the poor access, this project is seeking to provide the following:

· a footpath on the eastern side of Blakes Road; from the existing path at approx. 2 Blakes Road, to the intersection with Radcliffe Road

· upgrade the Blakes Road/Radcliffe Road intersection

· crossing facilities near the intersection

· a shared path on the southern side of Radcliffe Road. This will go from the existing path adjacent to the motorway in the east, to the footpath (yet to be installed) outside the recently-constructed retirement development in the west.

· upgrade the Radcliffe Road level crossing, to improve provision for pedestrians

4.8.2 Full path provision will be provided by developers at a later date as the subdivisions are constructed, and therefore has not been included as part of the scope of this project.

Level Crossing

4.9 Council and KiwiRail are working closely on the level crossing upgrade. Staff of the two organisations have agreed to a priority of level crossing upgrades to ensure that attention remains focused on the next priority. The upgrade to Radcliffe Road level crossing is the second highest priority in the Christchurch District (after Scruttons Road).

4.9.1 Level crossings are a known source of risk, as they are a point of conflict between road users and trains. As a “rail participant” under the Railways Act 2005, Council has an obligation to “ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that none of the rail activities for which it is responsible causes, or is likely to cause, the death of, or serious injury to, individuals”.

4.9.2 The level crossing at Radcliffe Road was constructed as a single track crossing in a rural area. However, due to growth in the area over recent decades it is missing some of the features that would normally be expected in a urban environment.

4.9.3 There have been 2 incidents at this crossing between 2016 and 2025, one of which was a Serious Injury crash between a train and a car in mid-2024.

4.10 Council’s layout design for the level crossing upgrade was submitted to KiwiRail for approval and staff are currently working with them to finalise the layout design. Note that this is only seeking to manage the additional risk that Council’s path project puts on the level crossing, so will not address all the existing issues at the level crossing.

4.10.1 Once the layout has been approved as compliant with the standards, KiwiRail will review how this integrates with their own systems, and provide Council with an estimate for the rail works.

4.10.2 Due to the time frames for rail work, and the complexity required in integrating these with the existing rail network system, it is likely that the level crossing upgrade will not be constructed for at least 18 months, and possibly longer.

4.11 As the level crossing design requires technical approval from KiwiRail, it has not been included in this report.

4.11.1 A further report will be brought to the Community Board for approval of the layout around the level crossing.

4.11.2 However, feedback was specifically sought from the public on the concept for this facility, so further public engagement will be limited.

Phasing of the Works

4.12 The path along Radcliffe Road is likely to be ready for construction significantly before the level crossing upgrade. This could create a safety and liability risk if pedestrians are encouraged towards a level crossing with no safe, dedicated facility for non-vehicular traffic to cross the railway.

4.12.1 It is likely that the path will induce more pedestrians and cyclists to use the level crossing, and therefore raise the risk exposure at the crossing.

4.12.2 However, there are already users of the level crossing who are currently placed at risk while travelling along Radcliffe Road due to the high speeds of traffic (85%ile speeds ~70km/h), lack of shoulder, and narrow lanes. The provision of a path between Blakes Road and the level crossing would reduce the safety risk for these users.

4.12.3 Staff commissioned a safety analysis to determine if an option to construct the path ahead of the level crossing upgrade would put users in unreasonable danger. This compared the increased risk at the existing level crossing due to more users, vs the reduced risk to current users along the existing road.

4.12.4 While close, the analysis shows that, on balance, constructing the path ahead of the level crossing upgrade is the lower risk option overall.

4.13 The risk at the existing level crossing would need to be mitigated until the full level crossing upgrade is complete.

4.13.1 Therefore, if the board were to select the option to construct the path first, ahead of the level crossing upgrade, staff will investigate low-cost temporary interventions that can reduce the level crossing risk and/or adequately warn users of the risk.

4.14 However, it should be noted that this will, in isolation, raise the level of risk at the level crossing due to the expected increase in users. Therefore, KiwiRail are unlikely to support this approach.

4.15 The following related memos/information were circulated to the meeting members:

Date	Subject
15 Nov 2021	Belfast Park Cycle & Pedestrian Rail Crossing - Project Update
13 Oct 2023	Radcliffe Road Corridor Upgrade project
18 Apr 2024	Thompsons Rd Pedestrian and Cycle Crossing – Overbridge Costings
20 Aug 2025	Radcliffe Road Corridor Improvement – Public Consultation
16 Jan 2026	Radcliffe Road Corridor Improvement – Public Consultation

5. Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

5.1 In the options section below, there are two sets of options provided, in two different criteria:

· Permanent Design

· Delivery Staging

5.1.2 The staging options make a minimal impact on overall price (see Financial Implications section below), but do impact on the level and type of risk that Council takes on.

Permanent Design - Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

5.2 The following reasonably practicable design options were considered and are assessed in this report:

5.2.1 Option 1 (Preferred option) - Installation of pedestrian and cycle infrastructure

5.2.2 Option 2 - Do nothing

5.3 The following design options were considered but ruled out:

5.3.1 Installing the refuge island on Radcliffe Road closer to the Northern Corridor cycleway crossing - This has been moved 15m further west to align with the natural desire lines of pedestrians travelling west, while avoiding a significant cost increase through increased stormwater infrastructure by installing the crossing west of the intersection.

5.3.2 Installing the shared path along the northern side of Radcliffe Road – This has not been considered further due to the limited road space available to accommodate the shared path. There is also an existing drain along the northern side of Radcliffe Road that would increase the cost of constructing over. The southern side of the road has sufficient space to accommodate the shared path.

5.3.3 Approval of the level crossing layout – until the design has been approved by KiwiRail staff cannot provide a level crossing design for approval by the Community Board. A separate report will be brought once more certainty is gained around the layout.

5.3.4 Reduced speed limit – An option to reduce the speed limit on Radcliffe Road to 50km/h (from 60km/h) was considered. However, as developments fronting directly onto Radcliffe Road have not yet been started, the road retains a semi-rural nature. In this context a 50km/h was not felt to be appropriate, and likely to be poorly observed (current 85%ile speeds are around 68km/h), so the consultation process was not started. This would be better considered once developments fronting onto Radcliffe Road are under construction.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

5.3.5 Preferred Option: Installation of pedestrian and cycle infrastructure

5.3.6 Option Description: The scope included includes:

· Improvements at Radcliffe Road and Blakes Road intersection

· A shared path along the southern side of Radcliffe Road

· Pedestrian refuge island on Radcliffe Road

· Extension of the footpath on Blakes Road

All areas will receive lighting and drainage upgrades

5.3.7 Option Advantages

· Improve safety for vulnerable road users along Radcliffe Road.

· Provide better pedestrian crossing facilities with the refuge island as pedestrians will be crossing Radcliffe Road in two stages.

· Reduced approaching speeds on Blakes Road with traffic island.

· No stopping to provide visibility at the refuge island and intersection.

· The operational speed of vehicles is anticipated to decrease and be more in line with the posted 60km limit as a result of the proposed design.

· The intersection improvements help to delineate and raise awareness of the intersection to traffic on Radcliffe Road.

· Provides a link in the cycle network between the Northern Corridor (adjacent to the motorway) and the Northern Line Major Cycle Route (along Main North Road)

5.3.8 Option Disadvantages

· High cost for works

· As it provides a slightly circuitous route from Spring Grove to amenities such as Belfast School, it may not fully meet community desires, and may not resolve the issue of illegal access to the railway at Thompsons Road.

· Design may clash with, or restrict design options for, future developments on the southern side of Radcliffe Road.

5.3.9 Option 2: Do nothing

5.3.10 Option Description: Leave existing layout

5.3.11 Option Advantages

· Does not cause clashes with future developments along Radcliffe Road – reduced chance of rework or damage by developers

· Allows funding to be re-allocated to other projects

5.3.12 Option Disadvantages

· Does not address community concerns about pedestrian and cycle access

· Retains existing safety risk for users along Radcliffe Road

· Does not provide an important link in the city-wide cycle network.

Delivery Staging - Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

5.4 The following reasonably practicable construction phasing options were considered and are assessed in this report in relation to the construction of the project:

5.4.1 Option A (Preferred option) - Construct the full intended design, other than the upgrades to the level crossing, as one phase as soon as possible. Complete the level crossing when ready.

5.4.2 Option B - Stage the improvements: Phase 1 - Construct improvements east of the intersection of Radcliffe and Blakes Roads; Phase 2 – Construct the shared path west of Blakes Road and level crossing.

5.4.3 Option C - Delay construction of the full intended design until the upgrade of the level crossing can be constructed.

5.5 Preferred Option A: Construct the full intended design, other than the upgrades to the level crossing, as one phase as soon as possible. Complete the level crossing when ready.

Option Description: This option would involve constructing as soon as they are ready. It is likely that the roading works will be ready before the level crossing upgrade so the works would be split into two phases:

Phase 1 (to progress normally): All works apart from level crossing

Phase 2 (to progress only once ready): Level crossing upgrade

There is currently no certainty around the length of time between phases 1 & 2, but 12-18 months is a likely minimum.

5.5.1 Option Advantages

· The preferred option more quickly provides a safe access for residents of Spring Grove to the Northern Corridor shared path, and therefore to the wider footpath/cycleway networks.

· Building the shared path along the southern side of Radcliffe Road up to the level crossing creates a safe travel route for existing pedestrians and cyclists along the road.

· Building as much of the infrastructure as soon as possible would reduce the risk against inflation.

5.5.2 Option Disadvantages

· Does not meet the full project objectives of the Radcliffe Road corridor improvements and level crossing upgrade at once.

· As the path would likely induce more pedestrian and cycle traffic to use this route, the exposure risk at the level crossing would increase.

· Current users would experience more disruption as the works would be carried out in two phases

· Completing the works in two phases is likely to be more expensive than a single pass, due to remobilisation costs and loss of productivity.

5.6 Option B: Stage the improvements: Phase 1 - Construct improvements east of the intersection of Radcliffe and Blakes Roads; Phase 2 – Construct the shared path west of Blakes Road and level crossing.

5.6.1 Option Description: This option would split the works into two phases:

Phase 1 (to progress normally): Footpath connection along Blakes Road; intersection upgrade, crossing point, and connection to Northern Corridor path

Phase 2 (to progress only once level crossing works are ready): Level crossing upgrade, path along Radcliffe Road (from Blakes Road to the level crossing) is not constructed until the level crossing is upgraded.

There is currently no certainty around the length of time between phases 1 & 2, but 12-18 months is a likely minimum.

5.6.2 Option Advantages

· This option more quickly provides a safe access for residents of Spring Grove to the Northern Corridor shared path, and therefore to the wider footpath/cycleway networks.

· Does not encourage more pedestrian and cycle traffic to the existing level crossing ahead of upgrades

5.6.3 Option Disadvantages

· Does not meet the full project objectives of the Radcliffe Road corridor improvements and level crossing upgrade at once.

· Delays improvements to safety for current pedestrian and cycle users of Radcliffe Road.

· Does not immediately address the key concern of residents wanting improved access to the amenities and services along Main North Road

· Completing the works in two phases is likely to be more expensive than a single pass, due to remobilisation costs and loss of productivity.

5.7 Option C: Delay construction of the full intended design until the upgrade of the level crossing can be constructed.

Option Description: Under this option no works would be constructed until all parts are ready. The likely longest path would be to the level crossing upgrade, which may be 18 months away from completion.

5.7.1 Option Advantages

· Disruption to users would only happen once

· Completing the works in a single phase is likely to be the cheapest, as there is no requirement for remobilisation costs, and productivity can be increased.

· Does not encourage more pedestrian and cycle traffic to the existing level crossing ahead of upgrades

5.7.2 Option Disadvantages

· This option would delay the construction of a connection to the Northern Corridor shared path, and therefore to the wider footpath/cycleway networks.

· Delays improvements to safety for current pedestrian and cycle users of Radcliffe Road.

· Does not immediately address the key concern of residents wanting improved access to the amenities and services along Main North Road

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

Permanent Design

5.8 Staff have arrived at the recommended design option as it addresses safety concerns raised by residents for several years, and has been well supported during consultation.

5.8.1 While the primary intent of the project is improving local access, this recommended design would also provide a key link within the city’s cycle network, so has wider benefits.

5.8.2 The installation of this footpath may impact on future developments on the southern side of Radcliffe Road, however, there are no immediate plans to develop this area, and the impacts are likely to be small.

Delivery Staging

5.9 Staff are recommending that the footpath and other roading works are constructed in full as soon as ready, with the level crossing upgrade to follow once ready. However, staff believe this is marginal - there are clear benefits and disbenefits of each staging option.

5.10 The primary reason for selecting this option is overall safety for users:

5.10.1 Staff acknowledge that this will likely encourage more pedestrians and cyclists towards the level crossing ahead of the upgrade, which will increase the exposure risk at the level crossing.

5.10.2 However, by constructing a shared path along Radcliffe Road between Blakes Road and the level crossing, it will also decrease the risk for existing users navigating a busy, narrow and fast road.

5.10.3 Analysis shows that the overall risk to pedestrian and cycle users of Radcliffe Road will be slightly lower than the existing situation.

5.11 Based on feedback on other level crossings (eg Scruttons Road and Annex Road), staff expect that KiwiRail will have concerns with this option, as the expected increased numbers of users is likely to temporarily increase risk at the level crossing until the upgrade is complete.

6. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Option 2 - Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$2.59m	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	$4,234/year	No change
Funding Source	CPMS: 60115	CPMS: 60115
Funding Availability	$3.66m	$3.66m
Impact on Rates	Nil – costs covered by project funding	Nil

6.1 The cost to implement shows the estimated costs to complete the project, with a 20% contingency on construction items. This is considered appropriate given the stage of design.

6.2 The phasing will have a small impact on cost: for options A & B that require the work to be completed in two phases, staff believe there would be an increased cost in the region of $30-50k for remobilisation, additional traffic management, and lower productivity. This remains within the available budget.

7. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Non-Legal Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

7.1 There is a risk the construction will cause disruption to the surrounding businesses, schools and residents, and those travelling through or around the construction area.

The mitigation will be to highlight in the contractor tender information the importance of stakeholder engagement, communication and minimising traffic management disruption while balancing this with keeping all road users and contractor staff safe. The importance of minimising disruption will be enforced through the tender evaluation

7.2 There is a risk that this will not address community concerns, as it does not provide the more direct link wanted at Thompsons Road.

The mitigation is to explain the reasons why this is not feasible (see section 4.1).

7.3 There is a risk that KiwiRail will not support the proposed phasing option.

The mitigation is that Council demonstrates that the overall risk to users of Radcliffe Road is lower, despite the increased exposure risk at the level crossing due to increased numbers of people.

7.4 There is a risk that the assumptions of user numbers in the safety analysis are incorrect.

7.5 The mitigation is that Council will carry out before and after monitoring of user numbers.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

7.6 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

7.6.1 The Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board has the delegated authority to approve the scheme design in Attachment A of this report.

7.7 Other Legal Implications:

7.7.1 Legal advice is contained in an attachment to this report.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

7.8 The required decisions:

7.8.1 Align with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework. Improving the safety of all road users aligns with the Strategic Priorities and Community Outcomes, in particular:

· Be an inclusive and equitable city

· Build trust and confidence in the council – this was achieved through the public consultation process and will continue through engagement with local groups and through the contractor’s communication.

· Reduce emissions – a safe shared path encourages more people to walk and ride around the city.

· Balance the needs of today and the future

7.8.2 Is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the high amount of community interest in the project and the risks to Council associated with its delivery.

7.8.3 Are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

7.9 This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2024 - 2034):

7.10 Transport

7.10.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=37% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 16.0.10 Maintain the perception (resident satisfaction) that Christchurch is a walking friendly city - >=85% resident satisfaction

· Level of Service: 16.0.9 Improve resident satisfaction with footpath condition - >=43%

· Level of Service: 10.5.42 Increase the infrastructure provision for active and public modes - >= 635 kilometres (total combined length)

· Level of Service: 10.5.41 Increase access within 15 minutes to key destination types by walking (to at least four of the five basic services: food shopping, education, employment, health, and open spaces) - >=50% of residential addresses with a 15- minute walking access

· Level of Service: 10.5.1 Limit deaths and serious injury crashes per capita for cyclists and pedestrians - <=12 crashes per 100,000 residents

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

7.11 Consultation started on 27 January 2026 and ran until 17 February.

7.12 Project details including links to the Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage were advertised via:

7.12.1 An email sent to 25 key stakeholders, including local residents’ associations, emergency services, Northwood Supa Centa, and Ryman Healthcare. Local groups were asked to circulate the project details within their networks and received an open invite to meet with project staff.

7.13 The Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage had 948 views throughout the consultation period.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

7.14 Submissions were made by three recognised organisations/businesses and 61 individuals. All submissions are available on our Kōrero mai | Let’s Talk webpage.

7.15 Spokes Canterbury and the AA Canterbury/West Coast District Council support the plans, with Spokes also requesting further improvements to enhance cyclist safety. The managers of Northwood Supa Centa would like to ensure a safe crossing area for pedestrians and cyclists into the shopping centre.

7.16 The majority of submitters made comments expressing support or excitement for the project. In addition, comments were made about:

· Wanting to see the plans implemented as quickly as possible / before something bad happens (17)

· The need for safety improvements for the section of Radcliffe Road to the west of the railway (12)

· Speeding vehicles being an issue on Radcliffe Road (8) / that the speed limit should be lowered (6)

· The location of the pedestrian refuge island being unsuitable (4).

7.17 There was also a range of other requests made by submitters. These have been collated, along with staff responses, in Attachment B.

7.18 The decision affects the following wards/Community Board areas:

7.18.1 Harewood Ward

7.18.2 Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

7.19 The decisions do not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land, a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture, and traditions.

7.20 The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

7.21 The decisions in this report are likely to:

7.21.1 Contribute positively to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

7.21.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

7.22 The proposed design allows for the safe travel of pedestrians and cyclists, thereby encouraging walking and cycling as transport options. This, in turn, decreases traffic volumes.

7.23 Provision to address ponding near the intersection of Radcliffe and Blakes Roads will improve drainage facilities. This will likely reduce flooding during larger rain events.

8. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

8.1 If approved, staff will progress the scheme to detailed design, followed by tender and construction.

8.2 Construction of the proposed design is currently scheduled for Summer 2026/27.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Radcliffe Road Corridor Improvements - TP362601- Issue 1 12-03-2026 For Approval	26/555602	39
b ⇩	Consultation submission and staff responses	26/639479	41
c	Legal Advice - Radcliffes Road (Under Separate Cover) - Confidential	26/640226

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Natasha Wells - Project Manager

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Amy Rice - Engagement Advisor

May Wong - Engineer - Traffic Investigations

Elizabeth Neazor - Manager Legal Service Delivery

Approved By

Matt Goldring - Transport Team Leader Project Management

Stephen Wright - Head of Transport & Waste Management

10. Marshland Road / Main North Road / Spencerville Road Intersection Improvements Report
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/95758
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Nick Reid, Traffic Engineer Daisy-Bea Scrase, Engagement Advisor
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 For the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to approve a stop control and redesigned slip-lane road markings on Main North Road at its intersection with Marshland Road and Spencerville Road.

1.2 This report has been written following a safety review of the Main North Road – Marshland Road corridor (Old Waimakariri Bridge to Prestons Road) and the identification of a safety issue at this intersection.

1.3 The stop control, and changes to the approach layout on Spencerville Road, will be considered by the Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board.

1.4 The recommended option is to install a stop control and new slip-lane markings in accordance with Attachment A.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Marshland Road / Main North Road / Spencerville Road Intersection Improvements Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves that in accordance with Section 4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, that a stop control be placed against Main North Road at its intersection with Marshland Road and Spencerville Road, as detailed on plan TG1509S3 dated 20/01/2026 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

4. Approves that any previously approved resolutions be revoked, in accordance with Section 2 of the Land Transport-Traffic Control Devices Rule:2004, pertaining to traffic controls, made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule, to the extent that they are in conflict with, or recommended to be removed, in regard to the traffic controls described in recommendation 3 above.

5. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road marking that evidence the restrictions described in 3 are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 A safety issue of drivers failing to give way on the Spencerville Road approach to the intersection of Marshland Road, Main North Road and Spencerville Road was identified by staff as part of a safety review of this section of Marshland Road.

3.2 A nearby issue of insufficient space at the south west corner of the intersection for people walking to access the bus stop on Main North Road was identified by the public.

3.3 The recommended option is to install a stop control on Main North Road in accordance with Attachment A. This will match the proposed stop control on Spencerville Road. The recommended option also includes changes to the slip lane line-markings.

3.4 The intersection is located on a Community Board boundary with the Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board. The proposed changes on the east side of Marshland Road, which include a median island and stop control, are being taken to their decision meeting on 9 March 2026. The minor nature of this proposal led to the decision to complete dual Community Board reports, rather than a metro level report to the Council.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 The Marshland Road corridor, from Prestons Road to Old Waimakariri Bridge, was previously identified as a high-risk corridor, however a recent review of the corridor has identified that since the opening of the Christchurch Northern Corridor (CNC), and a reduction in the speed limit, the number and severity of crashes has reduced.

Figure 1: Change in crashes over a ten-year period

4.2 There is one location where crashes have continued to occur. This is at the Main North Road/Marshland Road/Spencerville Road intersection. Therefore, the project seeks to address the ongoing safety concern at this location.

4.3 The intersection of Marshland Road, Main North Road and Spencerville Road is controlled by a Give Way sign on the east and west approaches. The Spencerville approach currently has a straight/right-turning lane as well as a left-turning lane.

4.4 There were three crashes in the period from 2021 to 2025 at the Main North Road/Marshland Road/Spencerville Road intersection. One minor injury crash and two non-injury crashes, all of which occurred due to drivers failing to give-way when leaving Spencerville Road. In all three crashes the driver was leaving from the Spencerville Road straight/right-turning lane and heading in a straight direction towards Main North Road.

4.5 The Christchurch Northern Corridor (CNC) project opened on Thursday 17 December 2020, providing a 4-lane motorway between the Waimakariri Bridge and Cranford Street. Prior to this opening, a traffic count undertaken in 2019 showed that there were approximately 18,000 vehicles per day (vpd) using Marshland Road (south of Spencerville Road). A count undertaken in 2021, shows that there are now approximately 8000vpd using this section of Marshland Road, a reduction of 10,000vpd.

4.6 A turning count undertaken in June 2022, showed that there were 41 vehicles exiting Spencerville Road in the morning peak hour (29 straight ahead, 6 turning left and 6 turning right), and 27 exiting in the evening peak hour (15 straight ahead, 8 turning left and 4 turning right).

4.7 A concern was also raised through a Hybris ticket regarding people walking on the road from Marshland Road around the corner onto Main North Road to access the bus stop. Traffic Operations observed the intersection for two morning periods (6-8am), one school pm period (230-330), and then one pm peak period (4.30-7pm).

4.8 The proposed design is based on current New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) standards and best practice guidance, visibility requirements, and vehicle tracking analysis, rather than crash history alone.

4.9 Proposed design

The proposed intersection improvements in accordance with Attachment A are to:

4.9.1 Change the priority control on Main North Road and Spencerville Road at the Marshland Road / Main North Road / Spencerville Road intersection from Give-Way Control to Stop Control. The slip-lanes will be retained as Give-Way Controls.

· A stop sign is required due to restricted visibility and to comply with NZTA standards. It is also necessary to match the proposed opposing stop control on Main North Road and ensure consistent driver expectation. Retaining the give-way control is therefore not appropriate.

4.9.2 Install a median island on Spencerville Road approach, allowing for gated Stop signs to be installed in view of approaching drivers.

4.9.3 Reduce Spencerville Road approach to a single lane to further improve the visibility and reduce masking by adjacent vehicles. All three crashes were related to motorists on the Spencerville westbound approach failing to give way to motorists approaching from their left (northbound motorists coming from the direction of the railway level crossing).

· The exit width will be approximately 5 metres at its narrowest point on the approach to the intersection. While the minimum lane width under NZTA standards is 2.5 metres, marking two formal lanes (for a left- and right- turning vehicle) would result in a constrained outcome.

· The turning count demonstrates that there is no requirement for two exit lanes based on the number of vehicles exiting and the reduced amount of traffic on the main road (Marshland Road).

· Relocating the traffic island further north was investigated to maintain two lanes. However, this would adversely affect the turning paths of larger vehicles, including coaches and semi-trailers entering Spencerville Road from the north.

4.9.4 Provide additional space for pedestrians on the south-west corner for access to the bus stop on Main North Road, (issue sourced from tickets) by changing road marking in the slip lane.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.10 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report:

4.10.1 Intersection improvements, as shown in Attachment A.

4.10.2 Do nothing. The recommended option is considered to be the minimum solution for the corridor.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.11 Preferred Option: Intersection improvements

4.11.1 Option Description: Install Stop Controls, median island and redesigned lane marking.

4.11.2 Option Advantages

· Reduces the likelihood (risk) of crashes at the intersection by changing the control of the Spencerville approach from a give way control to a Stop Control.

· Resolves the issue of motorists at the Spencerville Road approach failing to notice the control of the intersection with a gated stop sign located in the island.

· Resolves the issue of insufficient space being provided for people walking on the south corner for access to the bus stop on Main North Road.

4.11.3 Option Disadvantages

· Cost to implement

4.12 Do nothing

4.12.1 Option Description: Existing layout remains with no improvements.

4.12.2 Option Advantages

· No cost.

4.12.3 Option Disadvantages

· Does not resolve the issue of motorists at the Spencerville Road approach failing to give way.

· Does not resolve the issue of insufficient space being provided for people walking on the south corner for access to the bus stop on Main North Road.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Option 2 – Do Nothing
Cost to Implement	$45,000	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Covered by existing maintenance contract	N/A
Funding Source	60097 Marshlands Road Corridor Improvement (Prestons Road to Old Waimakariri Bridge)	N/A
Funding Availability	Funding available in the above-named budget	N/A
Impact on Rates	None	N/A

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 None identified.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.2 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

6.2.1 Under Section 2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, a road controlling authority may authorise and, as appropriate, install, operate or remove traffic control devices: (a) if desirable for the guidance of traffic or to draw attention to a requirement that controls traffic; or (b) to provide information to road users.

6.2.2 The Community Boards have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Delegations Register. The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of stopping and traffic control devices.

6.2.3 The installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

6.3 Other Legal Implications:

6.3.1 There is no legal context, issue, or implication relevant to this decision.

6.3.2 This specific report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit however the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in this report.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.4 The required decision:

6.4.1 Aligns with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework.

6.4.2 Is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the low number of people affected and/or with an interest.

6.4.3 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

6.5 This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2024 - 2034):

6.6 Transport

6.6.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network (DIA 1) - 4 less than previous FY

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.2 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - Five year rolling average <95 crashes per year

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.7 Consultation started on 28 November and ran until 18 December 2025.

6.8 Project details including a flyer were advertised via:

· A flyer drop to 13 properties, including businesses on Spencerville Road.

· An email to businesses and organisations on Spencerville Road.

6.9 Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.9.1 One resident from Spencerville Road provided feedback. They were not in support of reducing the Spencerville Road approach to one lane or the installation of stop signs.

6.10 The decision affects the following wards/Community Board areas:

6.10.1 Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

6.10.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.11 The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land, a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture, and traditions.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.12 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 If approved, staff will arrange for new road marking, island and signage to be installed in the current financial year.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Marshland Rd - Main North Rd - Spencerville Rd - Plan	26/106180	50

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Nick Reid - Traffic Engineer

Daisy-Bea Scrase - Engagement Advisor

Gemma Dioni - Principal Advisor Transportation Safety

Approved By

Kathy Graham - Team Leader Traffic Operations

Stephen Wright - Head of Transport & Waste Management

11. Glandovey/Heaton/Rossall/Strowan - Right turn arrows
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/677721
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Gemma Dioni, Principal Advisor - Transport
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 This report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to approve right turn phases on Rossall Street and Strowan Road at the Glandovey Road, Heaton Street, Rossall Street, Strowan Road intersection.

1.2 The report has been written in response to requests to support the nearby three waters and roading projects in the northwest of the city.

1.3 Staff are undertaking a full upgrade of the traffic signals. This includes underground cables, new signal poles and lanterns, as these critical assets are at the end of their working life and need to be replaced before additional right turn phases can be introduced. Currently the approaches form Rossall Street and Strowan Road into Glandovey Road and Heaton Street have pedestrian protection arrows (single red right turn display), which require upgrading to fully controlled right turn movements (green, amber & red displays) to enable effective management of traffic during the future three waters and roading projects.

1.4 The upgrade will also include minor safety improvements for people walking and crossing. This will be through the new kerb cutdowns to align with new pole locations and road markings. This will provide increased separation between pedestrian crossings. Cycle marking changes are also proposed, which include a new advanced cycle stop box and coloured surfacing.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Glandovey/Heaton/Rossall/Strowan - Right turn arrows Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves, pursuant to Section 331 and 334 of the Local Government Act 1974:

a. All kerb alignments and road markings changes on Glandovey Road, Heaton Street, Rossall Street and Strowan Road as detailed in Attachment A of this report.

b. The installation of hardware to facilitate traffic signal control of the right turn movement from Rossall Street (south) and Strowan Road (north).

4. Notes that staff will review the operation of the intersection following completion of the three waters and roading projects to determine whether the right turn phases should be retained.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 The Council’s Three Waters and Transport teams are delivering a number of renewals and capital projects in the northwest of the city. While this work is essential to keep the three waters network operational and to deliver the transport improvements and maintenance work, it is likely to affect how people drive around the local road network. The signal upgrade outlined in this report aim to keep traffic flowing through the wider area while these works are in place.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 A full upgrade of the traffic signals is required at the Glandovey Road/Heaton Street/Rossall Street/Strowan Road intersection as these critical assets are at the end of their working life and to support the additional traffic signal displays required to support effective traffic management. There is therefore an opportunity to include minor improvements as part of the work to improve safety for people walking and crossing at this intersection. These improvements include:

4.1.1 Altering the kerb cut downs to provide separation between the crossing points and to align with the new pole locations and road marking (similar to the existing arrangement on the South-west corner of the intersection). Tactile paving will be adjusted to suit the new crossing alignments.

4.1.2 Addition of a new advanced stop boxes and additional coloured surfacing for people cycling.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.2 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report:

4.2.1 Introduce right turn green arrows from Rossall Street and Strowan Road.

4.2.2 Do nothing.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.3 Preferred Option: Introduce right turn green arrows from Rossall Street and Strowan Road.

4.3.1 Option Advantages

· Improve the ability for drivers to turn right from the north and south approaches.

· Provide separation between the crossing points.

· Introduce an advanced stop box and coloured surfacing for people cycling.

4.3.2 Option Disadvantages

· Cost to Council

· Potential impact on intersection efficiency, as the right turn phasing changes are likely to introduce additional delay to movements on other intersection approaches.

4.4 Do Nothing

4.4.1 Option Advantages

· No cost to Council

4.4.2 Option Disadvantages

· Does not improve the ability for drivers to turn right from Rossall Street and Strowan Road and Grahams Road when traffic management is in place at worksites, which could affect people’s driving routes.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Option 2 – Do nothing
Cost to Implement	$750k approx	$0
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	To be covered under the Traffic Signals Maintenance contract. Would reduce the cost of maintenance in the medium-term due to new assets being provided.	$0
Funding Source	#37293 Delivery Package - Traffic Signals Renewals	$0
Funding Availability	Funding available in the above-named budget.	$0
Impact on Rates	None	$0

5.1 The cost are high-level estimates and are not tendered prices.

5.2 The traffic signals require renewal at the intersection, as the cables are at the end of their working life. As part of the traffic signal renewal, it is proposed to undertake further improvements.

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 There is a risk that not completing the work now and having to undertake it at a more reactive time during the delivery of the northwest three waters and roading programme, would compound the impacts on people driving around the network when there are other road closures and traffic management in place. Completing this work now, ahead of major works, should lessen the impact on the local community. Completing this work ahead of the scheduled resurfacing will also minimise any redundant works through trenching to lay cables and ducts.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.2 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

Local Government Act 1974

6.2.1 Section 331 provides authority to approve concept plans for forming or upgrading footpath, kerbs and channels.

6.2.2 The installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

6.3 Other Legal Implications:

6.3.1 There is no other legal context, issue, or implication relevant to this decision.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.4 The required decision:

6.4.1 Is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the low level of impact and low number of people affected by the recommended decision.

6.4.2 The recommended option is consistent with the Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

· LTP Activity Plan - Level of Service target to reduce the number of deaths or serious injuries (DSI) from all crashes by 40% in 2030.

· The changes made align with the safe and healthy streets for everyone goal in the Ōtautahi Christchurch Future Transport Strategy 2024-2054.

6.4.3 Improving safety on local roads is a priority for the Council.

6.5 This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2024 - 2034):

6.6 Transport

6.6.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network (DIA 1) - 4 less than previous FY

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.2 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - Five year rolling average <95 crashes per year

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.7 Due to the very minor nature of improvements at the intersection consultation has not been undertaken.

6.8 The decision affects the following Community Board areas:

6.8.1 Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.9 The decision does not involve a significant decision concerning ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.10 The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.11 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions.

6.12 This is a minor proposal that is principally intended to improve accessibility and safety for people crossing at the intersection.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 If approved, staff will proceed with construction.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Glandovey/Heaton/Rossall/Strowan - Intersection Improvements	26/718437	56

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Gemma Dioni - Principal Advisor Transportation Safety

Approved By

Jann-Philipp Phoenix - Team Leader Real Time Operations

Kathy Graham - Acting Operations Manager

12. Grant an Easement for Fibre Installation to Enable, at Tulett Park, Casebrook
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/478074
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Elizabeth Hoskins, Property Consultant
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is to request the Community Board to exercise its delegation to approve an easement over land governed under Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977.

1.2 The easement will be for Enable Networks Limited, to provide fibre across Tulett Park to the Nomads United AFC clubrooms (as Lessee), located next to the carpark with entry from Claridges Road.

1.3 The decision in this report is of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by considering the easement over the reserve will allow robust and reliable internet connectivity to the Lessee and is below ground.

1.4 The Community Board holds the delegation to grant easements over reserve land pursuant to the Reserves Act 1977, subject to consent from the Minister of Conservation (delegated to the Council Chief Executive)

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Grant an Easement for Fibre Installation to Enable, at Tulett Park, Casebrook Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the installation of a fibre cable and subsequent granting of an easement in favour of Enable Networks Limited to convey underground utilities within the land described as Reserve 5136 comprising 6.0930 ha (Recreation Reserve) and Lot 126 Deposited Plan 82299 (Recreation Reserve) comprising 6179 m2, known as Tulett Park.

4. Notes that approval is subject to Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977 and is subject to the Minister of Conservation consent to the easement, as delegated to the Council Chief Executive under the Instrument of Delegation for Territorial Authorities dated 12 June 2013. The Community Board recommends the Chief Executive exercise their delegation in this regard.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Staff recommend granting the easement for fibre (underground cables) across Tulett Park which is a recreation reserve, to the Lessee, Nomads United AFC under Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977.

3.2 This sports club is a not-for -profit entity for sporting and community benefit and has occupied the land since 1989 with an initial lease with the Waimairi District Council. The club owns the building.

3.3 Fibre is the preferred option for the provision of internet services, as this is a reliable service with the capacity to allow the club and its operations to operate efficiently and effectively.

3.4 This includes streaming games on a large screen, operating an electronic scoreboard, operating security cameras, and general business in running the club.

3.5 The underground cables and installation will have minimal impact on the public and access to the reserve will not be affected. An aerial and plan of the route is shown below.

3.6 The city arborist has confirmed there will be no impact to existing trees as the route bypasses most of these and, where close, the cable trench will be hand dug.

3.7 Attachment A has the route and description of installation from Enable Networks Ltd.

4. Plans and Photos

1) Aerial showing location of the Nomads Football Club building

2) View from Claridges Rd entry to Tulett Park

Lot 126 No 93 No 99 Reserve 5136

3) Approved Enable Plan showing the route over No 93 and 99 Claridges road

5. Background/Context Te Horopaki

5.1 Tulett Park is a recreation reserve being described as Reserve 5136 comprising 6.0930ha on Record of Title CB 10F/1014 and adjoining Lot 126 Deposited Plan 82299 comprising 6179m2

On Record of Title CB47C/710.

5.2 The Nomads Football Club have occupied the land since 1989 as Lessee, and they built and own the existing building.

5.3 The sports club is a not-for-profit entity and they also offer the clubrooms for community use.

5.4 The club require fibre to operate their business effectively with a robust and reliable internet service. They require fibre to allow efficient business use including but not limited to streaming games for members, an electronic scoreboard, and to operate security systems etc.

5.5 Access for the underground cable will be from the street to the building and through a recreation reserve. Therefore the process under Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977 is required to allow the installation by way of an easement.

5.6 There is an expectation that Lessees on a reserve, which are sports clubs and community groups, will have the ability to be provided with utilities that support the functionality of that entity.

5.7 The following related memos/information were circulated to the meeting members:

Date	Subject
	N/A

5.8 The following related information session/workshops have taken place for the members of the meeting:

Date	Subject
	N/A

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

5.9 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report:

§ Grant an Easement to allow a fibre connection to the clubrooms.

5.10 The following options were considered but ruled out:

§ Do not Grant an Easement for fibre and request the Sports Club use other wireless options for internet connectivity. These other options, however, would not provide sufficient capability for the efficient use of the internet for their business and community events.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

5.11 Preferred Option: - Grant an Easement to allow a fibre connection to the clubrooms.

5.11.1 Option Description: Grant an Easement to allow a fibre connection to the clubrooms.

5.11.2 Option Advantages

· This will allow a robust and reliable internet connection needed for the club to use for their business and any events.

5.11.3 Option Disadvantages

· There are no disadvantages with this option. The installation will have the Parks unit oversight and approval regarding location, scope of work, tree protection access and any remediation.

5.12 Do not Grant an Easement for fibre.

5.12.1 Option Description: Do not Grant an Easement for fibre.

5.12.2 Option Advantages

· There are no advantages with this option and any other options for internet connectivity would provide an inferior service and are not practical in this situation.

5.12.3 Option Disadvantages

§ Enable would be unlikely to install fibre through the reserve without some protection for their infrastructure.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

5.13 Installation of fibre to the building through the reserve is the most practical, reasonable and cost-effective option for the club and providing an easement to protect Enable’s infrastructure ensures the fibre installation is protected.

6. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option
Cost to Implement	Costs to be met by Enable other than staff time
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Nil
Funding Source	N/A
Funding Availability	N/A
Impact on Rates	Nil

6.1 Costs will be met by Enable.

7. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

7.1 There are no risks in granting this easement to Enable Networks Limited. The utility will be managed under a business-as-usual approach by the operators and access to install or maintain by Enable Networks will require notification to and approval from the Council.

7.2 The Council will be indemnified for any damage to the cable or conduit.

7.3 Should the Council need the cable to be relocated in the future for any development, this will be at the cost of Enable Networks limited.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

7.4 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

7.4.1 Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977 states that the administering body of a reserve may grant an easement over any part of the reserve.

7.4.2 A public notice for this easement and works was not required under Section 48(3) of the Reserves Act 1977 as the reserve is not likely to be materially amended and the rights of the public are not permanently affected.

7.4.3 The Minister of Conservation’s Instrument of Delegation for Territorial Authorities dated 12 June 2013, delegating to Council and sub delegated to the Chief Executive to exercise the power to consent to the granting of the easement pursuant to Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977 as recommended by the Community Board.

7.5 Other Legal Implications:

7.5.1 There is no legal context, issue, or implication relevant to this decision. Council legal services will view and approve all legal documentation associated with the easement.

7.6 Other Legal Implications:

7.6.1 There is no legal context, issue, or implication relevant to this decision

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

7.7 The required decision:

§ Aligns with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework.The decision to grant this easement to Enable Network Limited is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

§ Is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by there being no impact to Park users or access to the Park, and the cable is underground.

§ Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

7.8 This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2024 - 2034):

7.9 Parks, Heritage and Coastal Environment

7.9.1 Activity: Parks and Foreshore

· Level of Service: 6.8.10.1 Appropriate use and occupation of parks is facilitated - Processing of the application is started within ten working days of receiving application - 95%

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

7.10 The cables are underground and there is no impact to park users or access to the park.

7.11 The park will also not be materially altered or damaged.

7.12 For these reasons a public notice was not required under Section 48(3) of the Reserves Act.

7.13 The decision affects the Community Board areas:

§ Waimaero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood.

7.14 The Community Board view has not been tabled prior to this report.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

7.15 The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land, a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision to grant this easement does not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture, and traditions.

7.16 The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

7.17 The decision does not impact on Mana Whenua as the location is not a site of significance nor does the granting of an easement impact on any culture or values.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

7.15 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions.

7.16 The granting of an easement is for an underground utility on Council land.

8. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

8.1 Following the recommendation to grant this easement, we will seek Minister of Conservation approval, delegated to the Chief Executive, then complete all documentation and processes required before any works commence on the reserve.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	304/7090 Approved Enable Plan Enable Connect Plan__20260128_233348	26/612754	65

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Elizabeth Hoskins - Property Consultant

Approved By

Angus Smith - Manager Property Consultancy

Kelly Hansen - Manager Parks Planning & Asset Management

Rupert Bool - Head of Parks

17. Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - April 2026
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/622100
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Maryanne Lomax, Community Governance Manager, maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

1. Purpose of Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 This report provides the Board with an overview of initiatives and issues current within the Community Board area.

1.2 This report is staff-generated monthly.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - April 2026.

3. Community Support, Governance and Partnership Activity

3.1 Community Governance Projects

3.1.1 Kia Ora Burnside - Connect@Kendal Event

Kia Ora Burnside - Connect@Kendal, Burnside’s first community event, was a great success. The event took place on the planned rain date of Tuesday, 10 March, with an estimated 400–500 attendees. It was encouraging to see strong local participation, with around half of the attendees walking to the event, highlighting its accessibility and local reach.

The event provided a welcoming, family-friendly space for residents to connect, enjoy activities, and learn more about local groups and services. A wide range of activities, alongside free kai, including burgers and dumplings provided by community groups with support from Kāinga Ora, were well received.

Feedback from stallholders and activity providers was overwhelmingly positive. Many felt the event achieved its goal of strengthening community connections, noting the variety of groups involved, strong engagement with attendees, and the friendly atmosphere. Organisers were also acknowledged for clear communication and support, and most indicated they would be keen to participate again. As one of the participants shared: “Thank you so much for the opportunity to be part of this event, it was amazing, and we hope to be there next year!!” Sheldon Ogilvie, Piwakawaka Fencing.

Participant feedback was similarly positive. Attendees highlighted the variety of activities, the opportunity for children to be active and engaged, and the chance to connect with neighbours and local organisations. Comments such as “All of the activities – such a cool event” and “the friendly community vibe” were common themes.

Overall, the event demonstrated a strong appetite for community connection in Burnside and provided a solid foundation for future events.

Thank you to the planning group, who have been working since May last year to bring this event to life:

· Karen Boag - Community Development Advisor, Christchurch City Council

· Phil Godsif - Christchurch Elim Church (Burnside Campus)

· Joe Keighley – Burnside/Harewood Anglican Parish

· Kate Cobb - Community Development Worker (Burnside/Bryndwr), City Mission

· Bruce Irvine - Resident/FENZ

· Lisa Gregory - Community Recreation Advisor, Christchurch City Council

· Nicola McCormick and Bridget Williams - Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

· James Hadlee - Kāinga Ora

A special thank you also to local supporters Keith de Dulin, who volunteered his time as MC and did a fantastic job, and Richard Rendle, who stepped in at short notice to provide music. We also acknowledge the 13 Riccarton High School students who generously gave their time to support the event on the day.

A planning group meeting was held on 25 March to review feedback and discuss future planning. Overall, the group was very happy with how the event went and has plans to build on it, with a few new ideas and minor tweaks to further enhance the experience. They also confirmed the dates for the 2027 event.

A short event video is available to view here.

3.1.2 School Principals’ Meeting

It was great to have such a good turn-out at our first Principals’ meeting for the year on 18 March 2026. Fifteen of our local schools were represented.

Ashley Beaton, Council’s Community Travel Advisor, presented to the group on the School Travel Safety Education Programmes that the Council offers and also talked about how the Council prioritises safety projects around schools.

The principals then had the opportunity to talk to the Board about issues they are currently having, with the majority of these related to road safety matters.

There was good feedback from Breens Intermediate School on how great the new lights are at Harewood/Breens/Gardiners. Harewood School also talked about the positive safety improvements outside their school on Harewood Road.

Both schools expressed their thanks to the Council and the contractors for the awesome job they did.

3.1.3 Belfast Pool

Council staff and the community have been working together to upgrade the Belfast Community Pool and surround.

The pool is leased by Pūtahi Belfast School and used by community members over the summer. In winter it also provides the second changeroom for visiting rugby teams.

With the concrete replaced and picnic tables installed previously, the inside of the changing rooms have now been given a coat of paint, fixtures replaced and bird holes repaired so no more nests and droppings will appear!

The internal mural has been freshened up as well proudly announcing the area and giving it a facelift. This space is expected to be part of an ongoing project and Community Board Plan priority. Some small external repairs and refreshing the external mural are next on the list.

3.1.4 Northwood Partnership Update

Our local Community Development Adviser, Natalie Dally, has connected the Northwood Residents’ association with Community Parks staff to look at greenspaces and how they can work in partnership with them. A first meeting was held with the Team Leader for the Northwood area community parks. A walk-around was had discussing the issues and aspirations, plans in the pipeline, how the Residents’ Association can input into the process and where the parks team can support the Residents projects that go beyond basic maintenance.

The timing of this connection couldn’t have been better with our Parks Unit undertaking the replanting/renewal of Mounter Avenue Reserve in April. The Residents’ Association have been able to input into decisions being made around plantings and the greenspace renewal.

The Northwood Residents’ Association Beautification Subcommittee have made whirlwind progress on the concrete features, tidying, water blasting and painting eight to twelve in the last month or so. On the last weekend in March, they had 18 volunteers working on the last four and got them completed before lunchtime. They are motivated to keep the teamwork and energy going and looking at the next projects in the community they can work on.

3.1.5 Successful Culture Galore Transition

After 25 years of being held at Ray Blank Park in Ilam, the popular Culture Galore event has now transitioned to a citywide event which was held at the Multicultural Recreation and Community Centre in South Hagley Park on 21 March 2026.

Feedback from stallholders was overwhelmingly positive: many fundraising stalls reported raising more than in previous years, and information stalls were delighted with the high level of engagement throughout the day.

The event featured representation from approximately 39 different communities, showcasing a vibrant mix of performances, food, and cultural traditions. After the blessing from Mana Whenua, the Mayor and Councillor Jimmy Chen inaugurated the event, acknowledging the two community boards that historically led the event and celebrating the new partnerships with the Christchurch Multicultural Centre and community representatives.

The Bike Valet was busy with many taking advantage of cycling options, and several attendees commented that finding a carpark was easier than expected at the new location.

The day also attracted many elected members and MPs, highlighting Culture Galore as a significant celebration of our city’s diversity and community connections.

A huge thanks goes to our local Community Recreation Adviser, Lisa Gregory, for her work to successfully transition Culture Galore from a local Board funded project to a citywide event.

3.2 Community Funding Summary

3.2.1 A status report on the Board’s 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund and Youth Development Fund as at 25 March 2026 is attached (refer to Attachment A).

3.2.2 Youth Development Funds approved under delegation of Community Governance Manager:

· Jox Blue Blades Rowing Society Inc - Funding for three St Thomas of Canterbury students to compete in the Maadi Cup in Twizel - $300

· Lara Streletsky - NZ Swimming Championships in Napier - $300

3.3 Participation in and Contribution to Decision Making

3.3.1 Report back on other Activities contributing to Community Board Plan

· The Board’s 2026-28 Community Board Plan opened for public consultation on 25 February 2026 and closed on 15 March 2026. A report to adopt the plan is included in the agenda for this meeting.

3.3.2 Council Engagement and Consultation

· There are currently no open consultations in the Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood area.

· The Council’s Draft Annual Plan opened for consultation on 27 February and closed on 27 March 2026.

· A full list of open consultations city-wide is available at https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/

4. Advice Provided to the Community Board Ngā Kupu Tohutohu ka hoatu ki te Poari Hapori

4.1 Customer Service Request Report - Hybris monthly report for February 2026 attached, providing an overview of the number of Customer Service Requests that have been received, including the types of requests being received and a breakdown of how they are being reported (refer to Attachment B).

4.2 Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Graffiti Snapshot - February 2026 (refer to Attachment C).

4.3 SWN - Wairakei Road resurfacing (nightworks) (circulated 5 March 2026)

4.4 SWN - Hawthorne, Walnut, Lansbury - wastewater main renewals update (circulated 13 March 2026)

4.5 SWN - Hamilton Avenue - Waimairi Stream bank renewal (circulated 16 March 2026)

4.6 SWN - Tui Street and Roa Road - water service upgrades (circulated 16 March 2026)

4.7 Road maintenance letters (circulated 23 March 2026)

- Fendalton Road - road resurfacing

- Tonbridge Street - road resurfacing

- Joyce Crescent - road resurfacing

- Grahams Road - road resurfacing

- Richill Street - road resurfacing

4.8 Road maintenance letters (circulated 31 March 2026)

- Hidcote Place - footpath resurfacing

- Glenmore Avenue - essential road repairs (one way system)

- Mayo Place - road resurfacing

- Gregan Crescent - road resurfacing

- Normans Road – road resurfacing update

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Board Funding Update - April 2026	26/622832	144
b ⇩	Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Hybris Ticket Report - February 2026	26/623173	145
c ⇩	Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Graffiti Snapshot - February 2026	26/623930	148

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Maryanne Lomax - Manager Community Governance, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood

Approved By

Matthew McLintock - Manager Community Governance Team

John Filsell - Head of Community Support and Partnerships

1. Funding Request Number	2. Organisation	3. Project Name	4. Amount Requested	5. Amount Recommended
FWH_0003_BOF	Belfast Community Network	Community Van	$38,000	$38,000

Total Budget 2023/25	Granted To Date	Available for allocation	Balance If Staff Recommendation adopted
$500,000	$462,000	$38,000	$0

EXPENSES	Cost ($)
Flights	$6,000
Accommodation	$2,000
Entry Fees	$1,000
Food	$1,000
Vehicle Hire	$1,000
Boat Transport	$1,500
Coach Fees	$1,500
Total	$14,000

EXPENSES	Cost ($)
Air Fares	1,830
Suttle Costs	256
Voyage Fees	12,000
Total	$14,086

REPORT TITLE/AGENDA SECTION	MEETING DATE	ACTION DUE DATE	UNIT	TEAM
Public Forum - Nicholas Tyler	9 June 2025	1 May 2026	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Poynder Avenue and Garden Road bridges - No Stopping Restrictions and Footpaths	16 February 2026	18 May 2026	Transport & Waste	Project Management
Wairakei Road Intersections	16 February 2026	18 May 2026	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Jellie Park Recreation & Sport Centre Storeroom	16 March 2026	15 June 2026	RS&E	Operations
Proposed P120 Parking Restrictions - Staveley Street	8 December 2025	14 December 2026	Transport & Waste	Traffic Operations
Bryndwr Road Street Renewal	8 September 2025	30 June 2027	Transport & Waste	Project Management

8. Proposed Road Names - 65 Grampian Street, Casebrook
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/586764
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Sean Ward, Team Leader Planning
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	John Higgins, General Manager Strategy, Planning & Regulatory Services

13. Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood - Better-Off Fund Application for Consideration - Belfast Community Network
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/586312
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Natalie Dally, Community Development Advisor
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

14. Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2025/26 Youth Development Fund Applications - Kaitlyn Adams and Burnside High School
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/622738
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Lisa Gregory – Community Recreation Advisor lisa.gregory@ccc.govt.nz Karen Boag, Community Development Advisor, karen.boag@ccc.govt.nz
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

15. Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Youth Development Fund - Approval Process
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/669950
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Maryanne Lomax, Community Governance Manager, maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

16. Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2026-28 Community Board Plan
Reference Te Tohutoro:	26/614253
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Maryanne Lomax, Community Governance Manager, maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Andrew Rutledge, General Manager Citizens and Community

REPORT TITLE/AGENDA SECTION	MEETING DATE	DUE DATE	ACTION CLOSURE DATE	UNIT	TEAM
Easement Over Recreation Reserve - 82 Glenturret Drive	8 September 2025	15 April 2026	9 April 2026	F&P Unit	Property Consultancy
Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2025-26 Discretionary Response Fund Applications - Belfast Residents Association, Burnside Bowling Club Inc, Heartfelt NZ Trust and Wildlife Veterinary Trust	16 March 2026	15 June 2026	17 March 2026	CS&P	CS&P - Governance (Fen-Wai-Har)