COVID-19: Alert Level 2 - Environment Canterbury offices are open
At Alert Level 2, our Tuam Street and Timaru offices will be open to the public as normal, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Christchurch) and 8.30am-5.00pm (Timaru). However, we prefer – where possible – that you contact us on 0800 324 636 (8am-5pm) or via our contact us page. For those who need to visit our offices, restrictions will be in place, including physical distancing, all visitors required to sign in and out, and encouraging visitors to register using the COVID-19 tracing app. We also encourage everyone to wear a mask, in line with government guidance. For information about visiting the Bus Interchange, or any public transport queries, go to metroinfo.co.nz
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