Greater Christchurch is a step closer to having a “transformative” mass rapid transit system after the long-mooted project was endorsed in the Government’s national infrastructure blueprint.
Mass rapid transit, which would involve a 22km corridor connecting Belfast and Hornby with central Christchurch via 21 stations, is among 17 nationally important projects identified as being a priority.
The project was endorsed following an application from Christchurch City Council and New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, which was assessed by independent experts from Te Waihanga Infrastructure Commission.
