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 […]
Submissions
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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 […]
Wigram Road Hayton Road Intersection Improvements
Wigram Road Hayton Road Intersection Improvements Submission by Fiona Bennetts on behalf of Spokes August 2023 Do you think this intersection upgrade will improve safety? Yes What do you think makes it safer? Traffic signals, cycle lanes, shared paths, trees Support the raised platform to slow speeds. Will there be other visual guides to slow […]
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 – […]
St Peter’s School Crossing Improvements
St Peter’s School Crossing Improvements Submission from Spokes Canterbury Proposal Spokes fully supports the proposed changes on Beckenham Street, including the traffic calming and improved safety for the children going to school. It has been useful to trial these changes in advance of the proposal. For the full submission, please download the pdf linked here.
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 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 […]
Reshaping Streets
Tēnā koutou katoa Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Reshaping Streets. 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 cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater […]
Waterloo Road Safety Improvements
Ref: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/439 Introduction “Spokes” – 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 cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch and Canterbury areas. We would like the opportunity […]
Northcote Road and Lydia Street Transport Improvements
Ref: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/528 Introduction “Spokes” – Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) – is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 followers and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch and Canterbury areas. We would like the opportunity […]
SH1 Rolleston Flyover – NZTA
Spokes Submission on Plans for the Flyover to be Constructed in Rolleston. https://www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/sh1-rolleston/tell-us-what-you-think/ Submitted on 22/7/22 by email to rollestonflyover@nzta.govt.nz Spokes Canterbury (Inc.) Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling […]
Waimakariri District Council – Walking And Cycling Network Plan Feedback 30June2022
WALKING AND CYCLING NETWORK PLAN FEEDBACK FORM Submission from Spokes Canterbury 30/6/22 https://letstalk.waimakariri.govt.nz/walking-and-cycling-network-plan Greetings, Waimakariri District Council This is a submission from Spokes Canterbury, submitted by email to the nominated officer, Allie Mace-Cochrane at allie.mace-cochrane@wmk.govt.nz . Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national […]
Ashburton District Council Play, Active Recreation and Sport Strategy
Spokes Canterbury (Inc.) Oral Submission on the Draft Ashburton District Council Play, Active Recreation and Sport Strategy. As presented by video conference by our Chair, Don Babe on 8 June 2022 Good morning Mayor, Councillors and Staff. Spokes written submission was centred around the transport to and from particularly organised play, active recreation and […]
Centaurus Road roundabout – pedestrian safety improvements
Notes: 1. Formatting on this web page does not exactly match the submitted email – but the wording and intent are the same. 2. Sam Sharland is CCC’s Engagement Advisor for this change. Kind regards, Chris Abbott. https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/510 From: secretary@spokes.org.nz <secretary@spokes.org.nz> Sent: Friday, 3 June 2022 12:22 p.m. To: Sam Sharland (samantha.sharland@ccc.govt.nz) <samantha.sharland@ccc.govt.nz> Subject: Centaurus […]
Ashburton District Council – Play, Active Recreation and Sport (PARS) Strategy Consultation
The attached PDF contains the bulk of the submission, as submitted to Ashburton District Council before 1159am on 20/5/2022 by Chris Abbott for Spokes Canterbury. Draft Play, Active Recreation and Sport (PARS) Strategy – Spokes submission (part 1 of 2) The specific details not captured from the submission follow: Ashburton District Council Draft Play, Active Recreation […]
Selwyn District Council (Draft) Annual Plan 2022/23
Reference: https://yoursay.selwyn.govt.nz/annualplan22 Thank you for the opportunity to make comments about the proposed annual plan. The four projects that are being specifically consulted on have very little to do with biking so no preference is declared. However, it has been observed that the Trices Road Plan Change has been approved and the Lincoln Plan Change […]
Slow speeds neighbourhood – Papanui (CCC – 503)
From: secretary@spokes.org.nz <secretary@spokes.org.nz> Sent: Tuesday, 3 May 2022 11:45 a.m. To: ‘hannah.ballantyne@ccc.govt.nz’ <hannah.ballantyne@ccc.govt.nz> Subject: Submission on Slow speeds neighbourhood – Papanui / 503 https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/503 Slow speeds neighbourhood – Papanui Spokes Canterbury fully supports: Slow Speed Neighbourhoods as a concept, but speed limits need to be 30 km/h on local roads and 40 km/h on arterial […]
Opawa neighbourhood safety improvements (CCC – 501)
From: secretary@spokes.org.nz <secretary@spokes.org.nz> Sent: Tuesday, 3 May 2022 12:25 p.m. To: ‘hannah.ballantyne@ccc.govt.nz’ <hannah.ballantyne@ccc.govt.nz> Subject: Submission on Opawa neighbourhood safety improvements / 501 Hi Hannah Here is Spokes Canterbury’s submission on Opawa neighbourhood safety improvements. Ref: https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/501 Spokes Canterbury supports the proposed Opawa neighbourhood safety improvements in principle. Spokes questions why the speed limit is set […]
Worcester Street cycleway connection (CCC – 488)
Spokes Submission to CCC on Worcester Street cycleway connection https://ccc.govt.nz/the–council/haveyoursay/show/488 Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch area. We would […]
Antigua Street cycle improvements (CCC – 487)
Ref: https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/487 Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch area. We would like the opportunity to appear at any public […]
Linwood Village streetscape plan (CCC – 486)
(Re: https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/486) Fri 4/03/2022 11:00 a.m. Hi Hannah and CCC team As discussed here is our late but acceptable submission in terms of timeliness. On balance Spokes really likes this set of changes and is excited to see these changes and further changes mooted for Worcester St per https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/488. For cyclists Worcester St offers a […]
Ferry Road cycleway trial (CCC – 379)
https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/379 Ferry Road cycleway trial Hi Clare Here is Spokes’ brief submission on this trial. On a personal note, I have used this stretch of road many times as it is part of my direct route from my home in Sumner to Ara and on to the CBD. The different road layout never fails to […]
Spokes Submission to NZTA / Waka Kotahi on SH76 Brougham Street upgrade (FINAL – as submitted)
Spokes Submission to NZTA on SH76 Brougham Street upgrade https://www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/sh76-brougham-street-upgrade/ v03Final Spokes Submission to NZTA on Brougham Street – SH76 Changes starting 2022.docx NB Where I cannot replicate the submission exactly – ie images and highlighting – I have commented on the difference by using bold italics like this. Executive Summary Spokes supports the overarching […]
Spokes Submission to CCC on Lincoln Road peak-hour bus lanes (CCC – 461)
https://ccc.govt.nz/the-council/haveyoursay/show/461 Introduction Spokes Canterbury (http://www.spokes.org.nz/) is a local cycling advocacy group with approximately 1,200 members and is affiliated with the national Cycling Action Network (CAN – https://can.org.nz/). Spokes is dedicated to including cycling as an everyday form of transport in the greater Christchurch area. We would like the opportunity to appear at any public hearing […]