With fewer motorists out during the lockdown, cyclists appear to be claiming the roads as their own across Christchurch. Some have been riding their bikes outside the cycle lanes and in groups, which has led to concerns from other road users and police. “I can tell by observing cycling groups that people are using cycling as a loophole to socialise. He said it has been noted especially along popular cycling routes, such as Dyers Pass Rd and Gebbies Pass. He said police will be stopping cyclists they believe are not complying with these requirements and be educating and encouraging those people.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 13, 2020 20:25 UTC