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Transport 19 Feb 2016

Auckland and government agree on transport

A joint report from Auckland Council and the government released today (19 February) is being hailed as a giant step forward in agreeing Auckland’s transport investments for the next 30 years.

Transport 18 Feb 2016

Transport for new southern Auckland housing

A new Pukekohe town centre bypass road, new train stations, state highway improvements and more north-south connections are part of potential transport plans to support large numbers of new homes in south Auckland.

Development 15 Feb 2016

A transport revolution is underway

Preliminary work for Auckland’s largest infrastructure project, the City Rail Link (CRL) is now well underway.

Transport 15 Feb 2016

Victoria Park Tunnel evening diversions this week

The Victoria Park Tunnel (State Highway 1) will be closed to all traffic for several nights this week (15-21 February) while important maintenance and safety work is carried out.

Transport 11 Feb 2016

Fairer costs for public transport

Minor changes to bus and train fares are being made in preparation for the change to a simpler zone-based system in mid-2016.

Community 11 Feb 2016

A day of going by bike

Alistair Young was one of hundreds of people across Auckland who cycled on their commute on 10 February as part of the nationwide Go By Bike Day.

Community 10 Feb 2016

Auckland's city centre population soars

Auckland’s city centre population grew by five times its target rate last year - with more than 5000 people moving into the city.

Development 5 Feb 2016

Opinion: More challenges for Auckland ahead

Mayor Len Brown talks about the challenges ahead for Auckland.

Community 5 Feb 2016

More bikes in schools needed

Auckland Council has awarded a significant regional sports and recreation grant to the Bike On NZ Charitable Trust.

Transport 2 Feb 2016

Building a world-class transport network

Becoming the world’s most liveable city means having reliable, frequent and safe public transport – improving Auckland’s train travel is part of that.

Development 27 Jan 2016

Mayor welcomes government announcement on City Rail Link

Mayor Len Brown has warmly welcomed the government’s announcement providing support for the City Rail Link (CRL).

Transport 27 Jan 2016

Roading history up for sale

Members of the public can now buy their own piece of roading history as the NZ Transport Agency’s $1.4 billion Waterview Connection project sells off machinery and equipment no longer needed.