An update on the Woolston Village UpgradeKia ora from Woolston Village Upgrade team. Meet the contactorWe're holding a ‘Meet the Contractor’ session at the Woolston Community Library (main hall) at 5:30 pm on Tuesday 7 July to introduce the project team to the local community. Streetscape upgrade drives Woolston revitalisationA multimillion-dollar upgrade of Woolston Village will get under way in July. Under the Christchurch City Council’s Ferry Road Suburban Master Plan, the significant streetscape project aims to revitalise the village while keeping the industrial character of the 150-year-old area. Stay up to date with news and updatesVisit our project webpage for the latest information about the upgrade. We'll send out regular newsletters as the project progresses. If you know anyone who would like to receive these newsletters, please ask them to sign up here, or email WoolstonVillage@ccc.govt.nz. Thanks for your patience while we upgrade Woolston Village. Key features of the upgradeWe’re upgrading Woolston Village and part of Ferry Road. This will make the village a safer and more attractive place to walk, bike and drive. We’re renewing underground wastewater pipes at the same time to minimise disruption to the public. A place to parkThere will be 55 on-street car park spaces on this section of Ferry Road plus time-restricted parking to allow for higher turnover. A place for walkingWider footpaths and improved crossing facilities in the village, including signal controlled crossings & upgraded street lighting. Lower speed limitsThe speed limit will be lowered to 30km/h on Ferry Road between Portman Street and St Anne’s School. You received this email because you are subscribed to receive updates from Christchurch City Council. |