Congested Christchurch
Fresh from saying that there is no solution for congestion, the NZTA are now saying that people from the north of Christchurch should start carpooling to make things better. Carpooling is the best option to help alleviate morning commuter congestion on Christchurch’s Northern Motorway according to the results of a new commuter survey.…
61 Comments Devonport population growth and stagnation, 1891-2013
Following on from a previous post, this is a quick review of population growth in Devonport over the last 125 years. These figures are for the former Devonport Borough, which was created in the 19th century and persisted until 1989 when it was merged into North Shore City.…
Better Buses needed
Every year for many years now March has been mad for public transport use and every year that madness has been entirely predictable. It’s happens due to a combination of many factors such as high numbers of people being at work, schools and universities all back in action and generally decent weather.…
Western line frequencies finally about to improve
Next week Auckland’s busiest rail line will finally have its frequencies improved to match the two other main lines in the region. The Western Line will change to services every 10 minutes at peak and every 20 minutes between the peaks which is an improvement from the 15/30 timetable we have at the moment.…
Let’s ban everything dangerous, like walking
This week, the Herald on Sunday published an article calling out a dangerous new practice: walking under the influence of a smartphone. According to them, careless walking causes literally dozens of injuries a year and should possibly be criminalised:
Now legislation has been introduced in New Jersey that would slap a US$50 ($72) fine and possible jail time on pedestrians caught using phones while they cross.…
NZTA on motorways solving congestion
Last week the NZTA posted this video on their YouTube channel as part of a series talking about motorway works in Christchurch. Not sure I could have said it better myself.…
A good highway upgrade
The government made two significant state highway announcements within a week. The first was the announcement of a new motorway in Tauranga which was followed last week by the announcement of a significant $278 million upgrade to the 32km of SH2 between Pokeno and Mangatarata.…
K Rd Open Streets a success
Who are you and what have you done with Auckland Transport?
For the third time in a week I find myself praising Auckland Transport for something related to walking and cycling. This time following the fantastic Open Streets on K Rd.…
Sunday reading 1 May 2016
Welcome back to Sunday reading. As a reminder, the K Road Open Streets event is happening today from noon through 7pm. It sounds like a great opportunity for some premeditated city fun.
Here’s Patrick Sisson’s long read take on the state of transportation investment in American cities.…
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