Auckland has finalised and signed its city deal with the government, including a promise to consider a bed tax. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown signed the arrangement, the first of its kind in New Zealand, on 10th April. The plan promised long-term strategic planning around transport, infrastructure and innovation, and the possibility of additional Crown funding for "mutually agreed, high-priority" projects. You can watch the full announcemen t

Check out these new self guided Māori art walks. Te Kōranga, Tuna Mau, Te-Tō-Pā - Victoria Park and Wynyard Quarter - there are 13 place to stop and admire works on this walk both in and outside buildings. You can read more about all the city walks here   or click in the link below to see the Wynyard Quarter walk.

Share you favourite PT story and you could be in to win 1 of 1 AT HOP cards loaded with $50. World Public Transport Day is taking place on 17 April 2026. Itʼs a global celebration of the journeys that move us and the people who make them possible. From everyday commutes to extraordinary destinations, itʼs a day to celebrate how public transport connects us all – to work, to life, to each other. Read more about it from the organisers here https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/worl

Check out the latest AT Cycling and Walking newsletter. Explore the Bike Hubs - there are 14 across Auckland offering free basic bike repairs, refurbished bike sales, parts and accessories. There are details of the upgrade to Great North Road between Ponsonby Road and Crummer Road which is now complete. Plus find out more about bike maintenance and adult learn to ride courses near you.

At current prices, driving is around 30% more expensive than it was earlier this year. Ride & Save is a free, NZ focused online calculator that shows commuters exactly how much money they would save by using active transport, such as cycling, walking or scootering, instead of driving. The bike vs car calculator is based on fuel consumption data from NZTA fleet vehicles and onboard monitoring of 600,000 vehicles published by the European Commission.

Rising commuting costs are putting pressure on both employees and businesses. But there’s a smarter way to support employees without increasing budgets. Join the upcoming webinar with  Workride  an d  Extraordinary  a nd learn how organizations across NZ are enabling employees to pay for their commute using pre-tax income, reducing commuting costs by 30%+ while remaining cost-neutral for employers.  Wednesday 22 April at 1230pm - click here to secure your spot.

Northride want to help more commuters onto bikes for their commute. Northride are part of a Finnish company who have been operating in Europe since 2018. They offer a salary sacrifice model whereby staff can use their pre tax earnings to offset the cost of buying a bike or e-bike. Want to learn more - join them for an evening of drinks, networking, and an introduction to Northride. Wednesday 22 April 2026 5.30 til 7.30pm right here in Wynyard Quarter. To find out more and

According to new research from the University of Auckland, cycling or walking to work will reduce your risk of several types of cancer. Published in the  International Journal of Epidemiology , the study found cycling to work wa s linked to a lower risk of colon cancer (28%), kidney cancer (40%) and stomach cancer (73%). Walking to work was also associated with reduced risks of kidney cancer (33%) and liver cancer (45%).

AT mobile app now has a new feature “Share my journey”. This enables customers to share their planned route, expected arrival time, and vehicle details with trusted contacts, friends, and loved ones. Read all about this new safety feature in the media release below.

Progress on this amazing new public park continues. Enabling works are progressing to safely manage soil contamination and protect the surrounding harbour environment. These works help control water runoff and prevent contamination seeping into the harbour by sealing the contaminated soil and improving how water is collected, treated and managed across the site.

Over 4,600 staff took part in the annual Wynyard Quarter commuter survey. The top modes were bus 39%, & driving alone 20%. The number of people using public transport use has increased and the average e-bike journey is 8.6km. Over 1,000 commuters wanted more information on City Rail Link.

When you factor in fuel, depreciation, tyres, servicing, insurance, rego and fuel etc. some estimates say it costs around $12,000 per year to own and run a car. That works out at around $33 per day. That figure was based on 91 petrol at $2.69 per litre (12,00kms pa). Now at $3.20 per litre the total cost of fuel has shifted from $2,744 pa to $3,264 pa .

If you want to reduce commuting costs then switching to cycling has never made more financial sense. Check out these costs per 100km: Petrol Car (6.9L) = $20, Electric Car (Off-peak) = $3, E-bike = 20 cents, Pedal Power = FREE Locky Docks provides free secure bike parking and e-charging for your bike around the city.

A new carpooling app is being launched and it could help save Wynyard Quarter commuters save money. It is completely free to use and could make your commute easier and cheaper. You could carpool with not only your work colleagues but other workers in Wynyard Quarter.

Air New Zealand have recently introduced Extraordinary and Workride. David saved 40% off his new e-bike plus got back 46 minutes a day by cycling to work - time he now spends with his family. Conrad saves about $780 a year on his bus fares and is enjoying his stress free commute. Read more about their experiences in the link below.

The government is seeking advice on whether to bring in a toll on the existing Auckland Harbour Bridge, to help pay for a second Waitematā Harbour crossing. A $9 has been mooted. Greater Auckland say that wont cover the cost of any new bridge - read their thought s here . Mayor Wayne Browns is not impressed . See below for more details.

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Send us a pic of you and your bike, arriving or leaving your workplace or at a local landmark in Wynyard Quarter. Each week in February we will pick two lucky winners who will both receive $50 HOP cards. Great for those days when you just can't bike! Send your pics via email to transportwq@outlook.com   We are looking for shots with bikes and people - T&C's apply - see here for details

A free option to try before you buy. Borrow an e-bike for two weeks for free, and find out how it could work for you. Yes — you can borrow them for free! Eco Matters do this to get more people out bike riding, reduce carbon emissions, and support healthier, low-cost ways to get around. No hidden strings — just a chance to try an e-bike and see how it can fit into your life.