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Celebrating the Northwestern Cycleway
Community celebration marks progress made on improved cycle path.
1.7 million reasons to cycle in Auckland
For the year of September 2015 to August 2016, 1.66 million cycle trips were recorded across 14 monitored sites in Auckland, an increase of 8.8 per cent on the previous 12 months.
Get your passport to a Great Ride
The top 10 most scenic bike rides in the Auckland region have been just been revealed in Auckland Transport’s Great Ride Passports.
'Network effect' sees more Aucklanders cycling
As the network of connected cycleways grows, so too does the number of people harnessing pedal power, says Auckland Transport.
500 days until Auckland hosts World Masters Games
In April 2017, Auckland will host the World Masters Games 2017.
Video: Nelson Street cycleway almost ready
Watch an animated video of the Nelson Street cycleway in action.
Auckland adds 43,000 new residents in the June year
In the past year, Auckland’s population grew by more than 43,000 people and more than 1.57 million people now call Tāmaki Makaurau home.
45,000 more Aucklanders now cycling
In the past year, an extra 45,000 Aucklanders have taken to two wheels, according to Auckland Transport (AT).
Aucklanders love cycling
Cycle data published by Auckland Transport shows that, for nine monitored sites around Auckland, there has been an increase of 15.1 per cent in cyclist movements in June 2016 compared to June 2015.
Aucklanders get on their bikes
A new transport map will soon be as recognisable to Aucklanders as the Tube map is to Londoners.
Numbers of E-bike commuters surge across Auckland
Chris Boys is one of a growing number of people who has switched to riding an E-bike to get to work. The Pt Chevalier resident has contributed to a 33 per cent increase in people cycling on Grafton Gully in March compared to March 2015.
Obesity rates drop for some Auckland kids
Auckland Council-backed Healthy Auckland Together coalition reports a drop in the proportion of obese Māori and Pacific Island boys.
Etiquette for sharing cycling & walking paths
Auckland Transport has launched the Share the Paths campaign to remind people to be courteous and thoughtful of others while walking and cycling on the region’s 200km of shared paths.
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.
More bikes in schools needed
Auckland Council has awarded a significant regional sports and recreation grant to the Bike On NZ Charitable Trust.
Street signs look good for 2016
You may start to notice new signage around Auckland soon. The Auckland Transport project will make it easier for everyone to get around.
