Motu Move Ticketing System Rolls Out in Greater Christchurch, Selwyn, and Canterbury
What happened
The integrated Motu Move ticketing system is rolling out in Greater Christchurch, Selwyn, and Canterbury regions. Motu Move is a partnership between the New Zealand Transport Agency and 13 public transit authorities. The rollout allows customers to link various concessions, including those for children, youth, and seniors, to contactless debit or credit cards, smartphones, or prepaid Motu Move cards.
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Why it matters
The system upgrade marks a significant milestone in the modernization of public transport services across the affected regions. The rollout follows an initial launch in Canterbury in November 2025, establishing the operational framework for the national ticketing solution.
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Who's involved
- SelwynArea included in the national Motu Move ticketing system rollout.
- ChristchurchArea where the rollout of the integrated Motu Move ticketing system is underway.
- New Zealand Transport AgencyThe managing body for the national ticketing solution, Motu Move.
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The entities involved
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Selwyn
township municipality in Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada
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Christchurch
largest city in the South Island of New Zealand
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Canterbury
cathedral city in Kent, England
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New Zealand Transport Agency
New Zealand Crown entity