Bright shelters coming to city stops near you

One of the concept designs, by artist Henriata Nicholas.

Colourful contemporary artwork depicting a series of Rotorua themes is a feature of new bus shelters being installed at inner city bus stops.

The installation of the shelters by Rotorua Lakes Council coincides with changes to the Bay of Plenty Regional Council's Cityride bus services starting on Monday, July 20.

In total, six new bus shelters will be installed, each featuring a unique design that reflects the stories of Rotorua.

Rotorua council's inner city revitalisation lead, councillor Karen Hunt, said the shelters would be bright and attractive and would include night lighting.

"They'll add another dimension to our growing streetscape of artworks around the city, providing additional vibrancy and functionality, and enhancing our Rotorua 2030 inner city revitalisation goal."

Ms Hunt said three uniquely Rotorua designs, by two talented artists - Henriata Nicholas and Ann Woolliams - had been selected to adorn the six bus shelters.

Changes to Cityride bus services include timetable improvements and the introduction of a new inner city bus loop with four new stops spread across the CBD.

The new stops on the inner city loop are in Arawa, Amohia and Fenton streets and at Rotorua Central mall.

From July 20, buses will no longer use the existing bus stop in Pukuatua St.

•Updated timetables are available from bus drivers, by visiting www.baybus.co.nz or calling 0800 4 BAY BUS (0800 422 928).