Programme summary
What we're doing
We’re working towards a low-emission transport system with more ways for people to move around the city.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is covering about 90% of the cost for a suite of walking, biking and public transport upgrades that will help us reduce transport emissions and make it easier for people to move around the city.
Why we need to change gears
Until now, Hamilton Kirikiriroa has been geared towards one form of transport—cars—but this no longer works for the health of our community or our environment.
Transport in Hamilton currently makes up about 64% of the city’s total emissions. Under Council’s climate change strategy, Our Climate Future: Te Pae Tawhiti o Kirikiriroa, Hamilton aims to reduce its overall emissions by at least 30% by 2030.
Hamilton’s biking network is like an unfinished jigsaw puzzle. Unsafe sections put people off riding. The more pieces we complete, the easier it will be for more people to jump on their bikes, which is a win for everyone.
Public transport needs to be a viable option for more people. Safer crossings, wider footpaths and upgraded bus stops will help make the bus service more accessible. Where in-lane bus stops are used, it will be easier for people to physically get on and off their bus. In-lane bus stops also help keep buses on time because they don’t get stuck waiting to merge back into traffic.
Climate Emergency Response Fund
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is funding approximately 90% for the suite of projects. Their contribution is $33.2 million and Council will contribute an additional $3.8 million to bring the total package of projects to $37 million.
The Waka Kotahi funding comes from their Transport Choices programme which is part of the Government’s Climate Emergency Response Fund. Transport Choices supports councils to begin immediate work to develop safer, greener and healthier travel options.
How the projects fit into our transport strategy
The projects have been chosen because they address some unsafe and difficult areas along key routes, opening our streets for more people.
Walking, biking and public transport upgrades are a key part of the council’s strategy to make the city more accessible. Our transport strategy, Access Hamilton—Ara Kootuitui Kirikiriroa, has a strong focus on improving safety and connectivity between suburbs as well as reducing emissions and pollution.
Our transport network enables everyone to connect to people and places in safe, accessible and smart ways
Where are we at?
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Planning
2022
Waka Kotahi Transport Choices programme
As part of Government’s Climate Emergency Response Fund, the Transport Choices programme was set up to support councils to begin immediate work to develop safer, greener and healthier travel options.
Council put forward 28 initiatives for funding and were approved for all of them.
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Underway
2023
Rubber hits road
These projects include Strategic biking and micro mobility improvements, Public transport improvements and work to promote walkable neighbourhoods. All to address some unsafe and difficult areas along key routes, opening our streets for more people.
Each project includes planning and consulting with the community in the areas.
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Completed
July 2024
Works complete
By July 2024 we expect all projects to be finished.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF)?
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges of our time and transport is a major source of emissions. In 2022 the Government created the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) which included $1.2 billion for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to reduce emissions. Some of that funding has been made available to councils through the Waka Kotahi Transport Choices funding package.
What are the 28 projects?
The projects cover a range of biking, walking and public transport improvements. They include:
- connected, separated, safe biking routes
- bike and scooter parking in key destinations
- better public transport infrastructure
- wide, high-quality footpaths between key destinations.
What is the purpose of these projects?
The aim of the projects is to make low carbon travel more attractive and accessible for people who walk, bus and bike, through fixing unsafe and difficult parts of key travel routes.
When can we expect construction to start/end?
The projects are at different stages and will be constructed at different times. We will update the website as timeframes become clearer for each project.
How much disruption will this number of projects cause across the city?
As with any road works or infrastructure upgrade, there will be a bit of disruption near each project, although it will depend on the size of the project. The more disruptive projects are those that involve changes to intersection layouts. Generally, the projects are small or medium improvements, and they are in different areas of the city. It is an ambitious programme, but the projects have been selected because they can be done relatively quickly.
Where can I find information about each project?
The projects are at different stages. We will consult with businesses and residents in each area as the projects develop and we will post information about each project on our website as soon as it is available.
The projects underpinning this programme
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Bike and scooter parking
We’re installing facilities so people can change how they travel mid-journey. This includes safe, covered, and well-lit…
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Suburb: City-wide
Status: Planning
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Bus shelter replacement
We’re upgrading and installing new bus shelters in high-priority sites around Hamilton to improve safety, convenience…
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Suburb: City-wide
Status: Underway
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Anglesea Street (South)
We’re now making the roundabout approach a single lane and creating an in-lane bus stop. This will make the stop safer…
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Suburb: Hamilton Central
Status: Completed
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Hukanui Road
We’re planning to make some changes to Hukanui Road (near the intersection with Callum Brae Drive) to make it safer and…
Project
Suburb: Rototuna
Status: Planning
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Lake Road and Commerce Street
We’ve made changes to the Lake Road and Commerce Street intersection in Frankton to make it safer and more convenient…
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Suburb: Frankton
Status: Completed
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Rotokauri Road and Baverstock Road
We’re working on installing new raised crossings, new bus stops and upgrading existing ones on Rotokauri Road and…
Project
Suburb: Nawton
Status: Planning
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Pembroke Street bus stops
We're making upgrades along Pembroke Street to make bus services more accessible and reliable, while also creating a…
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Suburb: City-wide
Status: Completed
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River Road
We’re working on completing a missing link in Hamilton’s footpath network and improving access for pedestrians along…
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Suburb: Queenwood
Status: Planning
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Rifle Range Road
We are planning some changes to Rifle Range Road to make it easier and safer for people to bike and walk
Project
Suburb: Frankton
Status: Planning
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Claudelands Park Connections
We are planning to upgrade the path through Claudelands Park between Heaphy Terrace and Brooklyn Road to improve…
Project
Suburb: Claudelands
Status: Underway
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Heaphy Terrace (Boundary Road to Brooklyn Road)
We are planning to provide an off-road, two-way cycleway which will link Fairfield and the central city via Claudelands…
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Suburb: Claudelands
Status: Planning
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Killarney Road and Queens Avenue
We’re upgrading the intersection of Killarney Road and Queens Avenue to create a more welcoming space for people…
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Suburb: Frankton
Status: Completed
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Bader Street – Te Awa to Waikato Hospital
We are making some changes in and around Bader to make it safer for people to bike into the city and easier for more…
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Suburb: Bader
Status: Planning
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Kahikatea Drive and Gallagher Drive
We’re improving connections to the Western Rail Trail for people walking and biking.
Project
Suburb: Melville
Status: Planning
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Brooklyn Road
We’re making safety improvements to Brooklyn Road, to link walkways and cycleways to provide better transport options…
Project
Suburb: Claudelands
Status: Planning
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Killarney Road
We are planning some changes to Killarney Road to make it easier and safer for people to bike and walk, and to improve…
Project
Suburb: Frankton
Status: Planning
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Bike parklets
Bike parklets are bike parking facilities that include planters, seating and bike racks.
Project
Suburb: City-wide
Status: Planning
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Tristram Street
We’re working on upgrading footpaths to improve walking connections from Palmerston Street near the St Peters Tennis…
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Suburb: Hamilton Central
Status: Planning
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Hayes Paddock
Exciting changes are coming to the intersection of Jellicoe Drive and Plunket Terrace to make this a safer and more…
Project
Suburb: Hamilton East
Status: Planning
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Western Rail Trail and Frankton Station
We’re planning to build an extension of the Western Rail Trail as a direct route to the Frankton Rail Station, to…
Project
Suburb: Frankton
Status: Planning
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Riverlea Connections
We’re planning upgrades to Howell Avenue, Hudson Street and Riverlea Road to create calmer streets and better…
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Suburb: Riverlea
Status: Planning
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Horsham Downs Road
We're planning to make some changes to Horsham Downs Road (between Thomas Road and Moonlight Drive) to make it safer…
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Suburb: Rototuna
Status: Planning
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Claudelands East and Brooklyn Road
We’re installing new pedestrian/bike level crossings at the Claudelands East intersection, and at Brooklyn…
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Suburb: Claudelands
Status: Planning
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Bike parking in schools
We're installing permanent bike parking in schools to give students, staff and visitors more parking options.
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Suburb: City-wide
Status: Planning
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Hall Street and Mill Street
We are designing improvements along Hall Street and Mill Street, a key route linking the east of the Waikato River with…
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Suburb: Frankton
Status:
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Western Rail Trail to Lake Domain
This project will improve connections from the Western Rail Trail to east Frankton, Lake Domain communities, and nearby…
Project
Suburb: Hamilton Lake
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Hyde Avenue
We’re planning changes to Hyde Avenue and Grandview Road in Nawton, to make it safer and easier for people to access…
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Suburb: Nawton
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Last updated 20 September 2023