Walking, cycling and public transport

Keeping cities moving

Increasing the wellbeing of New Zealand’s cities by growing the share of travel by public transport, walking and cycling.

Cycling is now the fastest growing mode of transport in several cities and towns across New Zealand. Here you’ll find information for people who cycle and about the innovative cycling programmes and projects we are working on with our partners.

Walking

Easy, cheap and fun, walking is a great way to get around. What’s more, it helps reduce congestion, vehicle emissions and other pollutants. See our tips for smart walking.

Public transport

Waka Kotahi sets policies and invest in public transport services that are then delivered by regional councils and Auckland Transport.

Travelling for business

Find out about alternatives to using vehicles for travelling for work and to work, such as walking, cycling or using public transport.

Creating vibrant towns and cities webinar series

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and partners are hosting a series of free webinars focused on creating vibrant towns and cities.

Active Modes Infrastructure Group

The Active Modes Infrastructure Group (AMIG) is a working group that provides guidance and direction for the development of national guidelines for active mode infrastructure design and provides sector feedback on changes to legislative changes affecting active mode infrastructure.

Travel demand management (TDM)

Find out about the application of strategies, policies and initiatives to reduce travel demand or redistribute demand across multiple modes of transport.

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