National Transit Ticketing System Delay – 2027 Completion

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Christchurch Metro Bus System Updates:

Contactless Payments: Passengers in Christchurch, Waimakariri, and Selwyn ‍can now use contactless ⁤cards‍ (Visa, Mastercard) ⁢or phone payments on ferry trips starting⁢ in mid-November and buses.
Flat ⁣Fare: The ⁤region maintains a flat ⁢fare of $3 for all standard bus trips.
Phased Implementation: This contactless payment option ⁣is the first phase⁤ of ⁤a larger⁢ project called ⁤”Motu Move,” which will eventually replace the ⁤current ticketing system. Currently,passengers can still use Metrocard and cash.
Convenience: Surroundings Canterbury aims to provide a simpler payment method alongside existing options.
* Project Delays: The text hints at previous ‍delays in the overall ⁤”Motu Move” project.