Category: Transport Planning

Looking at Transport Planning and Design

Enter Japan: Inter-City Trains Between Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga? Yes Please.

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In a bold proposal, the idea of implementing Japan Rail-style intercity services in New Zealand’s Golden Triangle gains significant traction with wide-ranging support, marking a striking shift from its initial lukewarm reception. The plan entails hourly passenger train services, reaching speeds of 160km/h, with a focus on existing narrow-gauge rail infrastructure. Moreover, a comprehensive cost breakdown reveals that the implementation cost is comparable to that of a single major highway project, prompting a provocative question: why not harness the expertise of Japan, renowned for its transit systems, to pioneer this transformative venture?

NZTA’s Road to Zero Campaign Marred by 121% increase in Auckland’s Road Death Toll (and we do not even have full 2021 figures yet)

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Platitudes are not wanted by roading authorities The day the Transport Minister, and NZTA launch their Road to Zero campaign does the cynicism from everyone else start piling on in … Continue reading NZTA’s Road to Zero Campaign Marred by 121% increase in Auckland’s Road Death Toll (and we do not even have full 2021 figures yet)

South Auckland to get New Bus Routes with Existing Routes to be Reinforced. Industrial Complexes not forgotten about – for once by Auckland Transport. BUT MORE BUS LANES NEEDED!

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Network to be expanded under Climate Change Targeted Rate In all the fuss about Mayor Phil Goff’s Annual Plan 2022-2023 Proposal including the (not needed Targeted Rate as it should … Continue reading South Auckland to get New Bus Routes with Existing Routes to be Reinforced. Industrial Complexes not forgotten about – for once by Auckland Transport. BUT MORE BUS LANES NEEDED!