Four stations across the city now have better cycling facilities thanks to an ongoing improvement programme being rolled
out by Auckland Transport (AT).
Akoranga, Smales Farm and Constellation bus stations, along with Panmure train station, have all benefitted from the
improvements and now have more bike parking facilities available, with an additional 80 parks added across the four
sites.
New bike shelters have also been installed, allowing for more bikes to be stored inside or undercover.
In addition to this, dedicated motorcycle parks within the park and ride area are now available at Akoranga, Smales Farm
and Constellation bus stations.
Rachel Freebairn, AT Metro’s Head of Facilities, says the demand for bike parking has certainly increased. “More and
more people are choosing to ride a bike to connect with bus or train travel which has meant there has been a shortage of
suitable parking at some bus and train stations.
“This rollout is all part of our ongoing programme and commitment to improve facilities for cycling across our public
transport hubs, and follows on from work previously completed at Devonport and Gulf Harbour.”
Bike Auckland Chair, Barb Cuthbert, says she is delighted that AT has increased bike park capacity along the Northern
Express Busway, and even provided bike shelters.
“It’s so welcome because more people are using e-bikes to cope with the hilly North Shore roads, and want weather
protection and better security at the bike parks. The upgraded bike parking will mean more people can bike to the NEX
and less pressure for car parking.”
3.7 million cycle movements were recorded in Auckland for the year December 2019 to November 2020.