Canterbury, New Zealand sets out a US$6.62 billion transport plan.

New Zealand’s Greater Christchurch area will benefit from significant transport upgrades for the 2024-2034 period – image courtesy of © Nigel Spiers| Dreamstime.com
The plan is intended to improve transport in the Greater Christchurch area. The existing facilities are no longer able to cope with demand and the work will help cut congestion and reduce journey times. The population is expected to grow by 150,000 over the next 30 years, reaching around 640,000. Public transport will play a key role, though existing roads will also be improved.