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Dominion Road work to start as early as September

Friday, 2 May 2014, 3:34 pm | Auckland Transport

Dominion Road work to start as early as September Work on the long awaited upgrade of Dominion Road, one of Auckland’s busiest roads and its second busiest bus route, will go ahead in September, following decisions by Auckland Transport and New Zealand ... More >>

Rules on election signage to be updated

Friday, 2 May 2014, 11:19 am | Auckland Transport

Auckland Transport is proposing changes to its Election Signs bylaw. Changes have been based on feedback and the practical experience of the October 2013 local elections. These changes will provide greater clarity and certainty for candidates, political ... More >>

Record numbers of Aucklanders using Public Transport

Tuesday, 29 April 2014, 1:48 pm | Auckland Transport

In March there was a big jump in the number of people using public transport in Auckland…there were 7.3 million trips, an increase of 4% on March last year. More >>

Minor delays as train changes bed in

Monday, 28 April 2014, 2:10 pm | Auckland Transport

Auckland Transport and its rail operator Transdev have been experiencing a few early operational changes with the new electric trains and apologise for any delays. Trains are now back running to schedule. Auckland Transport’s Chief Operations Officer ... More >>

New Fanshawe St Bus Lane Opens

Monday, 28 April 2014, 10:04 am | Auckland Transport

A new bus lane has opened on Fanshawe Street today. For bus commuters heading out of the city towards the North Shore it means a journey less impeded by traffic congestion. The bus lane now runs from Albert St all the way to the northern motorway. Group ... More >>

Outstanding marks for Panmure Interchange

Saturday, 19 April 2014, 12:52 pm | Auckland Transport

Outstanding marks for Panmure Interchange Panmure locals rate their new bus and train station a near perfect 99 out of 100. The outstanding customer satisfaction score comes after an Auckland Transport face to face survey of passengers just weeks after ... More >>

Road users urged to take caution

Thursday, 17 April 2014, 4:00 pm | Auckland Transport

Although weather conditions have improved Auckland Civil Defence is asking drivers to take extra care on the roads with localised thunderstorms and rain expected between 3pm and 7pm. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) is urging people to travel during ... More >>

More buses and improved services for Green Bay, Titirangi

Thursday, 17 April 2014, 1:06 pm | Auckland Transport

Auckland Transport has released its decisions for the bus network in Green Bay, Blockhouse Bay, Wood Bay, French Bay, Tanekaha, Titirangi, Laingholm, Kaurilands and Glen Eden. More >>

Leave the driving to the experts

Wednesday, 16 April 2014, 3:42 pm | Auckland Transport

Leave the driving to the experts - take public transport to the ITM 500 Auckland V8 Supercars More >>

Easter holiday timetable changes

Wednesday, 16 April 2014, 3:40 pm | Auckland Transport

Auckland Transport advises the rail network will be closed for Easter and there are changes to timetables for buses and ferries during the holiday break. More >>

Big Step for Auckland’s City Rail Link

Tuesday, 15 April 2014, 10:52 am | Auckland Transport

The City Rail Link (CRL) has reached a major milestone with Auckland Transport accepting a recommendation by planning commissioners to confirm the land requirements for the CRL. Auckland Transport’s chief executive David Warburton says the commissioners ... More >>

Aucklanders snap up tickets to ride the city’s new trains

Sunday, 13 April 2014, 11:39 am | Auckland Transport

Aucklanders are keen to be among the first to ride the city’s new electric trains. To celebrate the launch of the trains, 5000 Aucklanders were given the chance to register for a free ticket to try out the trains before they go into service. Registration ... More >>

Fanshawe St Bus Lane Option

Friday, 11 April 2014, 2:24 pm | Auckland Transport

Fanshawe St Bus Lane Option Bus commuters heading home along Fanshawe Street are to get a new predominantly kerbside bus lane. The shore bound bus lane will start from Albert St and connect to the existing bus lane beside Victoria Park to keep ... More >>

Plan ahead for the Royal Visit

Wednesday, 9 April 2014, 4:26 pm | Auckland Transport

You will need to plan ahead for the Royal Visit. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be visiting Wynyard Quarter and Team NZ headquarters from around midday on Friday 11 April. More >>

Feedback sought on detailed designs for Dominion Rd Upgrade

Wednesday, 9 April 2014, 2:09 pm | Auckland Transport

Auckland Transport (AT) is planning a major upgrade of Dominion Road, for which detailed designs are being shared with the public at two open days this week. The open days are being held tomorrow Thursday 10 April, 3.30pm to 7pm, at the Auckland Deaf Society ... More >>

5000 lucky Aucklanders first to ride electric trains

Monday, 7 April 2014, 4:20 pm | Auckland Transport

5000 lucky Aucklanders first to ride electric trains On Monday 28 April, the first of Auckland’s new electric trains will go into service on the Onehunga line. This is a defining moment for the future of Auckland. To celebrate, we’re letting 5000 ... More >>

Thanks Auckland - you’re one in 11 million

Friday, 28 March 2014, 10:21 am | Auckland Transport

Thanks Auckland - you’re one in 11 million Aucklanders are getting on board with trains in record numbers – making a record 11 million trips in the past year. This milestone comes just weeks before Auckland’s new electric trains are introduced ... More >>