Submissions

Our cycling infrastructure needs your support. Our submission guides makes it easier for you to make a submission in the consultation phase.

Wyon and Hulbert Street Renewal

  Wyon and Hulbert Street Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/wyonhulbert July 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Wyon and Hulbert Street Renewal Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Minor Improvements to Welles Street

  Minor Improvements to Welles Street   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/wellesstreet July 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Minor Improvements to Welles Street Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Waimakariri Road and Whitchurch Place Speed Limit Changes

  Waimakariri Road and Whitchurch Place Speed Limit Changes   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/waimakariri-whitchurch-speeds August 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Waimkariri Road and Whitchurch Place Speed Limit Changes. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated […]

Long-term Insights Briefing 2025

  Ministry of Transport Long-term Insights Briefing 2025   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://consult.transport.govt.nz/policy/copy-of-long-term-insights-briefing-consultation/ August 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Ministry of Transport’s Long-term Insights Briefing “Moving People in 2055”. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is […]

Stapletons Road Renewal

  Stapletons Road Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/stapletonsrenewal Date 23 Nov 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Stapletons Road Renewal initial consultation Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Somerfield and Strickland Street

  Somerfield and Strickland Street Intersection Safety Improvements   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Somerfield St and Strickland St intersection safety improvements | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Somerfield and Strickland Street Intersection Safety Improvements. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling […]

Rawhiti Avenue Renewal

  Rawhiti Avenue Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/rawhitirenewal Date 16 Nov 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Rawhiti Avenue Renewal initial consultation Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Petrie Street Renewal

  Petrie Street Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Petrie Street renewal | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk Date 23 Nov 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Petrie Street Renewal initial consultation Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes […]

Courtenay Street Renewal

  Courtenay Street Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Courtenay Street renewal | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk Date 30 Nov 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Courtenay Street Renewal initial consultation Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes […]

Corson Avenue Renewal

  Corson Avenue Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/corsonrenewal Date 16 Nov 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Corson Avenue Renewal initial consultation Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Chancellor Street / Julius Terrace Renewal

  Chancellor Street / Julius Terrace Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Chancellor Street / Julius Terrace renewal | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk Date 23 Nov 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Chancellor Street / Julius Terrace initial consultation Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local […]

Cashmere / Sutherlands / Hoon Hay Valley Road Speed Limit Changes

    Cashmere / Sutherlands / Hoon Hay Valley Road Speed Limit Changes   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/cashmere-sutherlands-hoon-hay-valley-road-speed-limit-changes August 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Cashmere / Sutherlands / Hon Hay Valley Road Speed Limit Changes. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group […]

Burwood / Mairehau Intersection Safety Improvements

      Burwood / Mairehau Intersection Safety Improvements   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Burwood / Mairehau intersection safety improvements | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk July 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Burwood / Mairehau Intersection Safety Improvements. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling […]

Bryndwr Road renewal | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk

  Bryndwr Road Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Bryndwr Road renewal | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk August 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Bryndwr Road Renewal Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the […]

Speed limits surrounding Te Kaha

  Speed limits surrounding Te Kaha   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/tekahaspeeds July 2025 – 2nd consultation Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Speed limits surrounding Te Kaha. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national […]

Ferry Road pedestrian safety improvements

  Ferry Road pedestrian safety improvements Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/ferryroadimprovements May 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Ferry Road pedestrian safety improvements Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN […]

Amyes Road Street Renewal

  Amyes Road Street Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/amyes-road-renewal June 2025 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Amyes Road Street Renewal. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – […]

Waimakariri Draft Annual Plan

  Waimakariri Draft Annual Plan 2025/2026   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Draft Annual Plan 2025/26 | Let’s Talk Waimakariri Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Waimakariri Draft Annual Plan 2025/2026 Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with […]

Variable speed limits outside schools

  Variable speed limits outside schools   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/schoolspeeds Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Variable speed limits outside schools Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – […]

Selwyn Street Improvements

  Selwyn Street Improvements Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/SelwynStreet Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Selwyn Street safety and accessibility improvements. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes […]

Safer Streets for Halswell

  Safer Streets for Halswell   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Safer Streets for Halswell | Kōrero mai | Let’s talk Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Safer Streets for Halswell Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the […]

Parks and Reserves Bylaw 2025

  Parks and Reserves Bylaw 2025 Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/parksbylaw Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the draft Parks and Reserves Bylaw 2025. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – […]

Ōtautahi Christchurch Future Transport

  Ōtautahi Christchurch Future Transport 2024-2054     Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/FutureTransport Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the draft Ōtautahi Christchurch Future Transport 2024-2054 strategy. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action […]

Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Exhaust Emissions Amendment (No.2) 2024

    Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Exhaust Emissions Amendment (No.2) 2024   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/about-us/public-consultation-hub/current-consultations/amending-the-vehicle-exhaust-emissions-rule/ Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Exhaust Emissions Amendment (No.2) 2024. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes […]

Moorhouse Avenue pedestrian safety improvements

Tab 1   Moorhouse Avenue pedestrian safety improvements   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/safetyonmoorhouse Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Moorhouse Avenue pedestrian safety improvements. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Hurunui Walking and Riding Strategy

Hurunui Walking and Riding Strategy   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: Draft Walking and Riding Strategy – Hurunui District Council Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Hurunui Walking and Cycle Strategy and Action Plan. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a Canterbury cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes […]

Establishment of a new commercial centre, anchored by a supermarket

    Establishment of a new commercial centre, anchored by a supermarket   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/RMA20243209 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the establishment of a new commercial centre, anchored by a supermarket, on Madras Street. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with […]

City to Sea Pathway Avondale Road Crossing

    City to Sea Pathway Avondale Road Crossing   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/city-sea-pathway-avondale-road-crossing Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the City to Sea Pathway Avondale Road Crossing. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national […]

New Option for Church Corner

  New Option for Church Corner Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/church-cnr Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the new options for Church Corner Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). […]

CCC Draft Annual Plan 2025/26

  CCC Draft Annual Plan 2025/26   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/annualplan Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the CCC Draft Annual Plan 2025/26. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – […]

Bryndwr Road Renewal

  Bryndwr Road Renewal   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/bryndwrroad Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Bryndwr Road Renewal project. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is […]

Hornby intersections – Amyes, Awatea, Springs

  Hornby intersections – Amyes, Awatea, Springs   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/springs-intersections Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Hornby intersections – Amyes, Awatea, Springs Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,300 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network […]

Oram Avenue Bus Layover

  Oram Avenue Bus Layover   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/OramAve Tēnā koutou katoa, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Oram Avenue Bus Layover consultation. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). […]

Speed reversals and consultation transitional changes in 2024-25 Submission

  NZTA Waka Kotahi Speed reversals and consultation transitional changes in 2024-25 Waitaha Canterbury   Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/safety/driving-safely/speed/state-highway-speed-management/speed-reversals-and-consultation-transitional-changes-in-2024-25/canterbury/ Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Speed reversals and transitional changes in 2024-25 for Waitaha Canterbury. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately […]

ECAN Long Term Plan 2024-2034

ECAN Long Term Plan 2024-2034 Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://haveyoursay.ecan.govt.nz/about-the-long-term-plan Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the draft ECAN Long Term Plan 2024-34. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). […]

Climate Change Commission Consultation on Emissions Budgets

Climate Change Commission Consultation on Emissions Budgets Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://haveyoursay.climatecommission.govt.nz/ Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Draft Advice on the fourth emissions budget (2036-2040), the Review of the 2050 emissions reduction target, and the Review on whether emissions from the international shipping and aviation should be […]

Safer Speed Plan

Safer Speed Plan Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/saferspeedplan Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the draft Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated […]

Simeon Street Crossing

Simeon Street Crossing Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/SimeonStreet Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Simeon Street Crossing. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including […]

Shirley Intersection Improvements

Shirley Intersection Improvements Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://letstalk.ccc.govt.nz/safer-shirley Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed Shirley Intersection Improvements. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to […]

Land Transport Rule – Setting of Speed Limits 2024

Setting of Speed Limits 2024 Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://consult.transport.govt.nz/policy/setting-of-speed-limits-2024-consultation/ Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed Land Transport Rule – Setting of Speed Limits 2024. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local Canterbury cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling […]

Ministry of Transport – Travel Demand in 2050

Travel Demand in 2050 Submission from Spokes Canterbury September 2024 Reference: https://consult.transport.govt.nz/policy/long-term-insights-briefing-consultation/user_uploads/final-ltib-consultation-on-topic-august-2024.pdf Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Ministry of Transport consultation on Travel Demand in 2050. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action […]

Te Kaha Surrounding Streets

Te Kaha Surrounding Streets Submission from Spokes Canterbury November 2022 Reference: https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/549   Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed Te Kaha Surrounding Streets improvements. These changes are essential to ensure that users of the stadium have a great experience from day one and it is also an opportunity […]

ECAN Regional Land Transport Plan 2024-34

ECAN Regional Land Transport Plan 2024-34 Submission from Spokes Canterbury Reference: https://haveyoursay.ecan.govt.nz/regional-land-transport-plan24 Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on ECAN’s proposed Regional Land Transport Plan 2024-34. Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – […]

Bus Lane on Cranford Street

Three Options for Cranford Street

Three Options for Cranford Street Submission from Spokes Canterbury Proposal Overview Spokes supports provision for confident cyclists to use Cranford Street and to encourage less confident cyclists to use the Papanui Parallel Major Cycle Route and surrounding streets. Part of the original agreement for the change of use of Cranford Street was the provision of […]

New Brighton Marine Parade

New Option on Marine Parade – Option C

New Option on Marine Parade – Option C Submission from Spokes Canterbury    Reference: Let’s Talk Marine Parade Tēnā koutou katoa  Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed improvements on Marine Parade.   Introduction  Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately  1,200 followers. Spokes is affiliated with the national […]

Improvements on Marine Parade

For more details, read the full submission HERE. Below is a summary. Support for Option B: Spokes Canterbury endorses Option B but advocates for enhanced cycling infrastructure. Diverse Cyclist Needs: Recognizes three types of cyclists: commuter, interested but concerned, and recreational, each requiring different safety measures. Safety Concerns: Highlights speed issues and the need for […]

CCC Safer Speed Plan

Vision and Principles of the Safer Speed Plan Spokes Canterbury strongly supports the vision and principles of the Safer Speed Plan.   The research is clear that speed is a factor in death and serious injury and the risk is significantly reduced by lowering speeds in neighbourhood streets.     There is now growing evidence in Aotearoa, confirming […]

Glandovey and Idris Roads Improvements

Glandovey Road • Supports the removal of “car parking” on the shoulder to improve visibility at intersections and to allow room for the installation of cycle lanes in both directions. Spokes understands that there is a low utilisation of car parking, visually this is what we have seen when travelling this section of road as […]