Wynyard Quarter

Wynyard Quarter Transport Management Association

Wynyard Quarter Transport Management Association (WQ TMA) is an independent business led organisation. It is an Incorporated Society, not for profit, member controlled organisation that aims to provide transportation advice and solutions to the Wynyard Quarter area.

WQ TMA is not part of Auckland Council or Auckland Transport, it is an independent business led organisation. It is a membership organisation and works with and for its members.

What is a TMA

TMA stands for Transport Management Association. Wynyard Quarter TMA (WQ TMA) is an independent group of businesses whose mission is to be “the voice of Wynyard Quarter: creating a thriving environment for business and community and fostering economic vitality by building partnerships, and delivering targeted transport initiatives.”

Background

The formation of a voluntary Transport Management Association (TMA) was a condition of the original planning consent issued for Wynyard Quarter (WQ). It was proposed in the District Plan in 2004 as a way in which transport and travel to the area could be managed to meet the needs of all stakeholders. For more background information see the FAQ section.

Rules

A copy of the Rules under which WQ TMA operates can be viewed here. As an Incorporated Society a copy of the Rules are also held by the Companies Office.

Goals

Advocate
Improve accessibility
Improve transport related safety
Support and enhance economic development
Make efficient use of parking
Set up and run a robust TMA
Communicate
Provide independent advice

ABOUT WQ TMA

WHAT DOES WQ TMA AIM TO DO?

Advocacy

Working to make improvements or keep the status quo whichever

will be of most benefit to the members

Marketing

Promotion of new initiatives to all members

Communication

Keeping members up to date with transport related issues in the area

Networking

Create opportunities to share and learn from other WQ

businesses

Collaboration

Working together to make access to Wynyard Quarter easier and

more efficient

Innovation

Creation of bespoke solutions for Wynyard Quarter transport and

commuting issues

ADVANTAGES OF HAVING A TMA IN WQ

One Voice

Positive Dialogue

Consultation

One united, autonomous voice for Wynyard Quarter and therefore

strength in numbers.

A positive environment for dialogue between stakeholders. Including

Auckland Transport, Auckland Council, landowners, stakeholders and

tenants within Wynyard Quarter.

An opportunity to become the key consultative body for Auckland Council

and Auckland Transport on issues and projects impacting on the area.

Raise Funds

Ability to apply for grants to fund projects to benefit Wynyard Quarter - as

determined by the Board of WQ TMA.

Commuting Advice

Ability to provide commuters with independent advice and services.

Local Solutions

The TMA have the power to propose solutions that may be at odds with the

preferences of Auckland Transport and /or Auckland Council. Increased

communication and understanding of issues will ensure local solutions

solve local problems in Wynyard Quarter.

AREA COVERED BY WQ TMA