Selwyn District Council

Advocate for a train service such as the events train service.

Advocate for bus services between Selwyn towns.

Advocate to have flyer over built on track and with central government funding.

Require the development of wide, high-capacity arterial roads to ensure growing communities have easy and efficient access.

Manage the upgrade of essential transport infrastructure to improve safety and support continued local growth.

Establish a clear network of heavy-freight routes to divert large trucks away from the heart of townships.

Explore options for a private and public venture to introduce a commuter train across the district to the Christchurch train station.

Identify roads needing controlled crossings due to increased traffic flows, prioritise the urgency and work through them in order.

Lobby eCan to increase the areas covered by the Metro bus service to include the expansion of residential and commercial zoning.

Expand public transport connections in Rolleston and across Selwyn, making buses reliable, affordable and connected to wider Canterbury.

Promote road safety campaigns targeting young drivers and pedestrians to reduce accidents and build safer streets.

Continue to collaborate with regional authorities on smarter transport planning, including future-proofing roads and public transport.

Improve road safety and reduce congestion by investing in traffic management and targeted upgrades without over-regulating commuters.

Support public and active transport by enabling practical walking, cycling and shared mobility options that complement private vehicles.

Upgrade transport infrastructure such as roads, bridges, footpaths and car parks to improve safety and support local growth.

Further investigate a park and ride for rail from Ashburton to Kaiapoi, giving options for country towns to link to other areas and the city.

Plan new developments to consider wider roads and access/egress roads to connect future developments and avoid isolating subdivisions.

Review council planning development strategy and write rules to cut red tape and free up investors to deliver on their projects.

Ensure buses meet the demands of residents at an affordable price without adding an additional burden to ratepayers.

Have a bus service that allows residents from retirement villages to access shopping.

Have roads that are fit for purpose, can handle the traffic, and are fixed in a timely manner.

Back residents who seek 50km/h limits on State Highway One that pass through small towns, eg Dunsandel, West Melton, Kirwee and Sheffield.

Continue pushing for equitable government funding for buses, mass rapid transit and rail, comparable to Auckland and Wellington's share.

Support initiatives to get more kids feeling safe and confident to walk or cycle to school, reducing congestion and demand for parking.