In August the University of Auckland hosted the launch of the State of the City 2026 report, an international benchmarking study led by the Committee for Auckland in partnership with Deloitte and the University examining how Auckland performs against leading peer and competitor cities around the world.

Information on how to take your bike on trains plus read about the upcoming FREE cycle skills courses. There is also an update on the Glen Innes to Tamaki path. This is a new 7km path of land and sea. The path is a handy commuting route but also great for a relaxed walk or weekend wander.

Image 1News An estimated 72,500 passengers were counted on trains across the Auckland Transport network by 5pm on 14 September. 25,000 more than the previous Monday. CRL continues to impress - read more from RNZ below.

From Monday 21st September the 774 and 775 buses will extend into Wynyard Quarter. No more changing buses in the CBD - just one seamless journey. These buses will run weekdays at morning and afternoon peak times only. See full details from Auckland Transport below.

September at Harbour Grounds is all about small actions, lasting impact. This month we’re celebrating Sustainable September with a packed program of workshops, activations and community initiatives designed to help you live a little greener, connect with others, and enjoy everything our precinct has to offer.

Stuff has put together a guide for a City Rail Link pub crawl. It starts at Waitematā, and ends in Morningside, but it’s easily adaptable. So check it out - it can be a alcohol free trip and if not Stuff encourages you to drink responsibly. With over 60 establishments listed there should be something to suit everyone.

Enthusiasts and early risers will have the chance to be among the first on board, with services starting from around 5am on Sunday 13 September (this is earlier than normal Sunday times). From the South hop on at Puhinui at 512am or from Henderson at 516am. There will be extra staff at stations to help the first journeys run smoothly.

Auckland’s newest bus station is now open - Westgate Te Waiarohia will be home to some of Auckland’s fastest growing bus routes, including the WX1, 11T and 11W and will make travelling by bus from west and northwest Auckland easier and more convenient, with more services and reliable journey times.

Auckland Councillors have decided to move forward with three possible options for congestion charging during peak hours. These proposed time-of-use charging schemes are expected to decrease peak time congestion by between 2% and 13%. Following public consultation, the preferred option will be chosen in 2027, followed by ratification and ministerial approval in 2028.

Read about the Te Ara Tukutuku marine trials Wynyard Point., the proposed Wynyard Precinct Plan Change. Check out the new Developer Deep Dive podcast on Wynyard Quarter. Read about the Auckland Dragon Boat Associations trip to China and other events including Macbeth at the ASB Waterfront Theatre.

Auckland Mayor is asking the public for their top roading and transport issues that can be easily fixed as Auckland Council prepares to take over most transport and roading functions from Auckland Transport. Quick Fix projects are practical changes that can be delivered quickly and make a real difference to how Auckland moves. Complete the online form here

Te Waihorotiu Station will have its' public open day on Saturday 22 August 2026. Visitors who secure a free ticket will be able to: Walk through the new underground station before train services begin. Learn about the station's design and features. Find out how Auckland's rail network will operate once the CRL opens. Low-sensory and early bird sessions, busking and community performances, food, pop-up experiences, interactive installations and activities. Te Waihorotiu is o

The Government will seek an independent detailed business case on a second Harbour Crossing, despite NZTA having completed an investment case in May and endorsing a tunnel as its preferred option. There will be a worldwide search for a person to lead the business case, who will answer to ministers instead of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA). Read more on this from NZ Herald in the article below or the observations from Greater Auckland here You can read the responses

We have just launched a whole new section on our website designed to making getting to WQ by train easy. Take the hassle out of your commute and check out all the information you need all in one place. Time savings, walking routes, animated train maps - showing all the train and connecting bus options that serve Wynyard Quarter. Scan the QR code or use the link below.

AT have announced that CRL will open to the public on Sunday 13 September. there will be a new rail network, new timetable, new stations, new frequency, and improved station neighbourhoods. CRL will re-shape the way everyone moves around Auckland.

The next neighbours' forum will be held on the morning of Wednesday 26 August in the Maritime Room at the New Zealand Maritime Museum / Hui Te Ananui a Tangaroa. Come along and enjoy some breakfast, meet your neighbours and hear the latest waterfront project updates.

Check out this video from AT which explains CRL in one minute. The new lines, the changes to train routes and the new stations. Quick and easy - watch it on Facebook now in the link below.

Can't make the Briefing? Drop in anytime between 11am and 2pm for a chat with the CRL experts. They will be on hand to answer any questions and can offer friendly, practical advice to help you plan your commute using CRL.

Aucklanders can now explore how much easier it will be to get to more parts of the city with a new Journey Planner tool - this shows what journeys will look like when City Rail Link (CRL) opens. Simply switch on preview and all the CRL routes and connections will be displayed. This will enable to plan trips with confidence from the day CRL opens. Read more in the PDF below.