The work will include

The construction of a cycleway which includes:

• A shared path between Smith Street and Sidey Quay, along Ranfurly Street and from the Kaiapoi Lakes to Pineacres
• A neighbourhood greenway along Sidey Quay and also Old North Road between Ranfurly Street and the Lakes
• Associated drainage works
• Minor kerb and channel works on Smith Street, Dale Street and Ranfurly Street
• A crossing point installed on Williams Street, north of Old North Road, to link to the newly constructed Lees Road Path
• Sealing of the existing gritted path along Williams Street between Lees Road and the bus stop.

Timing of work

The works are programmed to commence 12 January 2026 on Smith Street, and make its way towards Pineacres with the entire project programmed to be completed by mid June.

How the work may affect you

The works to be completed are in the road reserve. During work hours, we are expecting that access may be limited to properties in some areas. However, residents living inside the work area will continue to have access outside of business hours and will be permitted to enter the work area to access their properties.

If access is directly affected due to construction, this will be communicated in advance by the contractor.

Traffic impacts

The works will only impact the carriageway to a minimal extent, some delays may occur during these times and any significant traffic impacts will be communicated to the residents directly.

General impacts

Kerbside collections

Your kerbside collections will remain unchanged. Please ensure your bag or bins are in their usual spot on collection day.

Essential services

There will be no planned disruption to your water, wastewater, telephone or power services.

Notice of changes in traffic management

We will do our best to give you enough notice to adjust to any changes in traffic management, please keep an eye out for more updates.