Permanent alcohol ban in Riccarton-Ilam area

Did you know there is a permanent alcohol ban in the Riccarton-Ilam area?

This means you’re not allowed to consume alcohol or carry open containers of alcohol on the streets and in public spaces in the area, including Ilam Road and University Drive.

This alcohol ban is in place 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A breach of the ban is an offence and the Police will issue an infringement notice (instant fine).

For more information, and larger map of the Riccarton-Ilam area, see the Christchurch City Council website.

Planned Power Outage- Tupuānuku Tuesday 4 February

There will be a complete power outage affecting Tupuānuku and the Energy Centre between 8.30am and 5pm on Tuesday 4th February.

Facilities Management contractors, Connetics and Southbase, will be completing the installation and connection of a new transformer to support the new Tupuārangi Student Hall.

Please be prepared for this power outage to last approximately eight (8) hours however contractors hope to restore power as quickly as possible.

Those in affected buildings should prepare to be without power for up to eight (8) hours and turn off all computer and other electrical equipment prior to the power outage.
Please remain cautious and aware of construction and utility works in progress.
Direct all enquiries to fmassist@canterbury.ac.nz.

Thank you for your consideration as we complete these required electrical connection works.

Facilities Management