News & events

Date: Tue, 9 Sep 2025

Passengers will be able to pay with their debit or credit cards on Metro buses and ferries from November this year.

Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2025

Read about key decisions from the latest council meeting on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.

Date: Fri, 15 Aug 2025

Two new Rolleston to Christchurch bus routes will add 32 weekday trips, and have their own fares, payment, and hail-and-ride stops.

Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2025

Many decisions were made at the 600th Canterbury Regional Council meeting, including allowing pets on buses.

Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2025

Two Canterbury bus routes, in Timaru and Christchurch, are being boosted to cater to higher demand.

Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2025

Read about the best ways to bus to Saturday's Winter Fireworks Spectacular.

Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2025

From Monday 7 July 2025, bus and ferry fares will increase for Metro services across Christchurch, Selwyn, and Waimakariri. 

Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2025

Woodend has a new bus stop, making it safer for customers boarding and exiting in the area.

Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2025

Read about North Canterbury's Community Vehicle Trust's new garage.

Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025

Council will consider adopting the Annual Plan 2025/26 in late June, which will include changes to the public transport work programme.

Date: Mon, 12 May 2025

After a successful trial, Timaru's MyWay by Metro on-demand service is set to stay.

Date: Fri, 9 May 2025

Bike racks are available again in Canterbury anytime you use Metro services.