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Update #2 Ilam Wastewater Works – Temporary Access to University Drive

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Extension to estimated completion date for University Drive closure.

The estimated re-opening of University Drive has been extended from 30 September until 30 November.

How this could affect you:

2 Sept- 30 November 2024

  • University Drive will be closed from Fine Arts Lane to Clyde Road.
  • A two-lane diversion will be in place on Clyde Road.
  • No entry to Clyde Road at Creyke Road
  • Exit will be allowed from Clyde Road toward Memorial Ave; Clyde Road left to Creyke Road (one way) and right into Kotare St.
  • Expect reduced on street parking.

In response to previous questions raised we can confirm:

  • Pedestrian and cycle access into University Drive remains open and you can enter and exit the university on foot or by cycle.
  • This just may be from a very slightly different place to what you are used to.
  • You can also enter or exit by vehicle, but only via Fine Arts Lane while University Drive is closed.
  • The footpath management is designed to navigate the works at University Drive / Clyde Rd (university side). The footpath needs to be closed at this location.
  • On the opposite side of the road (Hinau Street side) the footpath remains open.
  • The pedestrian signage on this side details how to safely navigate the works area.

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  • The signage on site should all be directing pedestrians / cyclists to use a temporary crossing point on Clyde Rd outside #60 Clyde Rd.
  • Depending on which way you are approaching the area, you may need to walk or cycle up or down Clyde Road until you reach the safe crossing zone outside #60 Clyde Road.

If there is anything that you want to know about the project visit ccc.govt.nz/Ilam-wastewater

Please direct any enquiries to security@canterbury.ac.nz

Thank you for your consideration over the duration of this works programme.

Ngā mihi

The Facilities Management Team

Behaviour and Responsibilities, The Community

Upper Riccarton Road Works

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Road works will be taking place in the Upper Riccarton area between Wednesday 7 August until mid-October. The works will be undertaken during the night between 9.00pm and 6.00am.

Christchurch City Council Contractors Fulton Hogan will be undertaking traffic management system upgrades and road safety traffic improvements.

Please take these works into consideration if you use the roads (listed below) in your commute to UC.

Works include:

  • Installing safe speed platforms on the approaches to the Riccarton Road/Hansons Lane/Waimairi Road intersection.
  • Removing the slip lane from Riccarton Road onto Waimairi Road.
  • Adding a new signalised crossing on Waimairi Road, outside the Bush Inn Centre.
  • Adding cycle lanes on Waimairi Road (between Riccarton Road and Bowen Street) and making changes to the bus stop and parking markings.
  • Installing speed humps on Angela Street, Brake Street, Leslie Street and Bowen Street.
  • Installing a pedestrian refuge island on Yaldhurst Road close to the intersection with Brake Street.
  • Removing the left turn slip lane from Main South Road into Curletts Road and providing a left turn lane at the signals.

Differing traffic management layouts will be implemented while the work is completed, including a variation of road closures, shoulder closures, lane drops and temporary on-street parking removal.

Waimari Road Closure 7 August – 30 August

A road closure will be in place on Waimari Road from 9pm to 6am nightly, between Riccarton Road and Bowen Street, from Wednesday 7 August until Friday 30 August.

Fulton Hogan will be undertaking traffic management system upgrades in this area during these hours. This includes the installation of a signalised pedestrian crossing on Waimari Road outside The Bush Inn Centre, and the upgrade of traffic signals at the Waimari Road and Riccarton Road intersection.

Footpath access around the Fulton Hogan work site will be maintained and access will be available between Leslie St and the Bush Inn entrance on Waimairi Road, as shown in green on the map.

What do you need to do?

  • Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times; you may need to be escorted so please speak to staff onsite.
  • Please follow the directions provided by the onsite traffic management team at all times.
  • Please allow time for delays and plan your trip accordingly.

Note* Please advise Fulton Hogan via the contact information below if you have any specific property requirements e.g. medical visits, home help, large vehicle deliveries, planned works.

Phone 0800 762 334, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm or email

cant.info@fultonhogan.com.

If you have any questions, please contact fmassist@canterbury.ac.nz.