News & events

Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2024

We encourage the local community and regular Route 8 Port-to-Port users to prepare for possible travel disruptions on cruise ship days.

Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2024

Our Regional Public Transport Plan is now open for consultation - have your say.

Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2024

Read about Black Pearl, the new Diamond Harbour ferry.

Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024

Timaru’s on-demand public transport system, MyWay by Metro, has recorded the highest level of patronage in the city for almost a quarter of a century.

Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2024

Read about Metro's 2023-2024 Financial Year Greater Christchurch patronage figures.

Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2024

Read about our 21 newest electric vehicles, bringing the fleet's total number to 65.

Date: Tue, 11 Jun 2024

The new contactless way of paying for public transport comes to Timaru later this year and will be used throughout the country.

Date: Wed, 15 May 2024

The Route 87 Southbridge to Lincoln trial service will conclude at the end of June. Begin planning alternative methods of transport.

Date: Wed, 8 May 2024

We have formally approved a future focused and ambitious plan for the region’s transport network.

Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2024

Four of Metro's buses have been fitted with screens to show next-stop information.

Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2024

Metro's new onboard customer support team begin this week.

Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2024

Read about the feedback we've provided on the Government's draft land transport strategy.