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With Tea Party happening this Saturday 18th of October, our car park closure and site built has commenced. From today until Monday 20th of October, parts of the Haere-roa car park will be closed so that we can set up for Tea Party. This will result in limited car parking at the Haere-roa car park for this period of time.

The Main entrance to Haere-roa will be closed from 3pm on Friday 17th October. Staff and students will still be able to access reception via the social space, and the Foundry via the external entrance.

At 6pm, the gate across the Haere-roa Rainbow bridge will be closed. Staff and students will need to access the Carpark via the health centre bridge.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at events@ucsa.org.nz

Facilities Management will be carrying out tree maintenance along the Haereroa Stream near the UC Health Centre on Monday 13 October, from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Damaged branches will be removed and crown reduction performed on an oak tree showing signs of failure, with potential risk to University Drive.

Affected Building

• SS25 – UC Health Centre

 Access changes:

• Closure: The pathway from the Health Centre to Kirkwood Avenue will be closed during the tree works.

• Reopened Path: The footpath from University Drive to the Rec Centre will reopen on Monday, 13 October and will remain open going forward. Use the reopened path to reach the Rec Centre, K1, UC Print, Warehouse and Kirkwood Avenue.

What to Expect

• Machinery noise (chainsaw, chipper)
• Restricted access – do not enter and fenced or coned off areas.

We appreciate your consideration as we perform these essential tree maintenance works.

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

Facilities Management

Facilities Management advises that acoustic testing will take place on Tuesday, 14 October, between 5:30pm and 6:30pm across Levels 1 to 4 of the Karl Popper building.

This testing is essential to assess wall soundproofing and ensure the building meets noise insulation standards.

What to expect:

• Loud noise will be generated in one room and measured in adjacent rooms.
• Elevated noise levels may be noticeable, similar to a live band playing.
• Noise will mostly be heard when entering or exiting testing areas.

How you can help:

• Minimise loud activities (e.g. loud talking, power tools) near testing areas.
• Avoid unnecessary movement and noise during the testing period.
• Follow any instructions from the testing team or staff on site.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us complete this important work efficiently.

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

Facilities Management