934 days ago

Thrills not spills on new pump track

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

A brand new, sealed pump track at Bexley Reserve is set to delight park users.

The 2,500m2 track caters for wheels of all kinds, from bikes and scooters to skateboards and even wheelchairs.

North Avon Christchurch BMX Club has funded and built the new track on land next to its existing BMX track. The club then gifted the track to the Christchurch City Council which will look after ongoing maintenance.

It cost $650,000 and incorporates two loops, one of which has been constructed to be inclusive for wheelchairs.

The pump track is part of a bigger redevelopment of Bexley Reserve, which will include a learn-to-ride cycle safety facility and a new playground.

Check out the link under 'Read More' for more info and a You Tube video.

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6 days ago

Poll: Pedestrian access is being extended to the Ōtakaro Avon River - good idea?

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We want to know: In your view, what makes a city people-friendly?
What else should our urban areas be doing to support better community connections?

Curious about the full plans? You can check them out here.

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Pedestrian access is being extended to the Ōtakaro Avon River - good idea?
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