This week police will be conducting routine training exercises at vacant buildings across Christchurch and Lincoln.

A police spokesperson said the training will include loud noises and bangs which may be heard by members of the public living in the general area. 

“Please be assured that all activities will be held within the confines of the site and there is no safety risk to nearby residents.”

“This is part of our regular training for specialist Police groups which runs across the country throughout the year” the police spokesperson said.

“This type of training is a common occurrence for Police and could not happen without the support of the community.”

On Monday 27 March police will be training in the Lincoln township between 1pm – 8pm.

On Tuesday 28 March they’ll will be training in the Merivale / Strowan area between 1pm – 8pm.

On Wednesday 29 March police will be training in the Hornby area from 9am until midday and Avonside area between midday and 5.30pm.

On Thursday 30 March police will be training in the Harewood area between 7am – 4pm.

On Friday 31 March police will be training in McLeans Island between 7am – 3pm.