Bus still the best option for getting to the game
<p>Canterbury rugby fans will once again have the chance to take a free bus to the new AMI Stadium, this time to watch the clash between the Crusaders and the Reds on Sunday 6 May.</p>
<p>Environment Canterbury Passenger Services Manager David Stenhouse says the free bus system has worked well and as rugby fans have appreciated the chance to park and ride, the free buses will run again for this game.</p>
<p>“We know the areas where the demand for the bus rides is greatest, and have adjusted bus numbers accordingly,’’ he says. “We now have additional buses leaving from Northwood Supa Centa and Merivale Mall. The buses will leave these two venues at 2.30pm to ensure fans get to the stadium no later than 3.30 pm. Buses will also take fans back to their car after the game, leaving as soon as they are full.’’</p>
<p>“As with the last two games, however, we are encouraging rugby goers to leave themselves plenty of time to get to the game and to check timetables if they are travelling by our normal network service.’’</p>
<p>The plan to offer free buses for ticket holders is jointly funded by Environment Canterbury, Christchurch City Council, VBase and the Stadium Trust.</p>
<p>People can find details and departure times for the services from Northwood Supa Centa and Merivale Mall which go to the game, and for the service from Beresford Street in New Brighton which goes via Pages Road and the Eastgate Shopping Centre to the game. Park and Ride is also available from the Hornby Hub and The Palms.</p>
<p>Timetables and all details are on w<a href="http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/">ww.metroinfo.co.nz</a> or you can phone Metroinfo on 366 8855.</p>