Rearrangement Of Station Yards.
Modern Goods Shed, with Improved Handling and Siding Facilities.

“As part of the rearrangement of Christchurch Station yard,” said Mr. Sullivan, “the present ‘B’ goods shed at Christchurch will be demolished to make room for sidings, and in its stead a new goods shed will be erected at the corner of Mowbray Street and Waltham Road.

“The plans and specifications,” said the Minister, “are nearing completion, and in a few weeks’ time tenders will be called for the construction of the new goods shed by contract.

“The structure will be built of steel and concrete, and will be 402 feet long and 130 feet wide, with cantilever verandahs 12 feet wide for the full length on each side. Electric overhead cranes, four of two tons’ capacity and two of three tons, will be provided for the expeditious handling of goods.

“Up-to-date offices and comfortable accommodation for the staff will be other features.

“This modern goods shed will enable goods to be handled with, the greatest economy and despatch, and will, I am sure,” concluded the Minister, “prove of very great benefit to the farming and business community of Canterbury.”