Poll: Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge?
Kia ora koutou. Two lanes on the Auckland Harbour Bridge were closed for a period on Sunday, as cyclists took over two northbound lanes.
The rally was organised by Bike Auckland, which is calling for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to allocate one of the structure’s eight lanes to cyclists for three months over summer, when traffic is at its quietest.
Bike Auckland chairwoman Barb Cuthbert said securing a way across the Waitematā Harbour for cyclists was “the most important cycling issue in Auckland”.
But NZTA spokesman Brett Gliddon said making traffic lanes on the Harbour Bridge available to cyclists in the short term was “not as simple as some advocates imply”.
“The bridge was not designed for a walking and cycling function, and there are true and genuine safety and wider network issues that need to be worked through and balanced,” he said.
What do you think: Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge? Vote in the poll below or share your thoughts in the comments.
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17.2% Yes - The NZTA should at least allow a cyclist trial to see what happens
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9% Yes - North Shore residents have waited long enough for a cyclist crossing
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43.1% No - Giving a lane to cyclists will cause more traffic jams
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30.7% No - It would be unsafe for cyclists and motorists
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