Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor shines, grows and cycles since quake
In the wake of the 15th anniversary of the 22 February earthquakes, we’re taking a look at different Council aspects of the rebuild, and how far we’ve come. Next up, the residential red zone's Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor (OARC).
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Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor shines, grows and cycles since quake
Environment | 1h agoIn the wake of the 15th anniversary of the 22 February earthquakes, we’re taking a look at different Council aspects of the rebuild, and how far we’ve come. Next up, the residential red zone's Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor (OARC).
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