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Nov 13, 20241 min read
Census 2023 sheds light on how we commute
Working from home saw a big jump in Auckland from 8.7% to 18.2%. Historically, Auckland has always had a slightly higher share of driving...


transportwq
Nov 13, 20241 min read
$50 farecap used by 20,000 Aucklanders
Since Auckland Transport introduced a $50 farecap over 20,000 Aucklanders have made use of the deal. The fare cap means that travel on AT...

transportwq
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Wynyard Bridge update Oct 24
This month sees a key phase of the Wynyard Crossing Bridge restoration. Over the coming weeks, major components—carefully refurbished...

transportwq
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Waterfront update Oct 24
Auckland’s first free saltwater pool is having a striking jump platform added. The pool promises to bring a refreshing, family-friendly...

transportwq
Sep 19, 20241 min read
Spanish Government helps fund purchase of electric bikes
The Spanish Government is to allocate 40 million euros (about $71million NZD) to promote the use of bicycles. For the first time, the...

transportwq
Sep 19, 20241 min read
Who will miss AT the most?
Image: The Spinoff A bill aimed at getting rid of AT might go before parliament. No one will miss AT more than the local politicians who...

transportwq
Sep 18, 20241 min read
Waterfront news Sept 24
This newsletter is packed with details of upcoming events including SailGP - tickets on sale soon, the restoration of the Bascule Bridge,...

transportwq
Sep 18, 20241 min read
More options to cross the Harbour
Everyone's got a plan on how to get a new connection across the Harbour. Mayor Wayne Brown has mooted a shorter option, shown in the...

transportwq
Sep 17, 20241 min read
Remote parking scooters
Ario launched its three-wheeled e-scooters in Auckland in July. A signature feature was the ability for its e-scooters to be remotely...

transportwq
Sep 3, 20241 min read
Kimpton appointed as AT CEO
The AT Board has permanently appointed Dean Kimpton as Chief Executive. Mr Kimpton joined AT in April 2023 on an 18-month contract,...

transportwq
Sep 3, 20241 min read
Update on Bridge repairs
The majority of the Bridge structure has been dismantled and relocated off-site for faster, more efficient work. However, certain...

transportwq
Jun 25, 20241 min read
Pontoon gets the go ahead
A temporary, water-level pontoon connection is being progressed. The pontoon connection will enable direct pedestrian access between Te...

transportwq
Jun 21, 20241 min read
Bridge update
Read about the progress of the maintenance works along with an update on the pontoon proposal. The free Red Boat ferries will operate on...

transportwq
Jun 13, 20241 min read
Vector Lights and free ferries
Silo Park Saturday 15 June will celebrate Matariki with a dazzling light show on the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Live music incluidng a...

transportwq
Jun 13, 20241 min read
Temporary pontoon proposed
Major businesses and stakeholders have thrown their weight behind a proposal for a new pontoon bridge as a temporary measure to replace...

transportwq
Jun 6, 20241 min read
Free ferry at weekends only
As the bridge is closed, Eke Panuku will be running a free ferry again this weekend. Ferries are fully accessible but no bikes or...

transportwq
Jun 6, 20241 min read
Is a road a pubic space?
In central Auckland, roads occupy 18% of all land and a further 25% of land is car parks. Ask people what “public space” means and they...

transportwq
May 21, 20241 min read
Update on the Wynyard Crossing
As work steams ahead on the refurbishment of the Wynyard Bridge, a trial of a temporary free ferry service has started. The free ferry...

transportwq
May 12, 20241 min read
No more free overnight parking in CBD
Auckland city residents and visitors will pay to park on the street overnight, on weekends and public holidays, with different hourly...
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