A project to deliver a 7km-long path connecting Auckland’s eastern suburbs to the city centre and brings the community together
As part of Auckland’s Cycle Network and the Urban Cycleway programme, we provided a range of services to design an appealing route from Glen Innes to Auckland City's waterfront. The three sections of pathway offered a variety of challenges for our team.
Section 1, a 1.4km two-way shared pathway, required bridges for stream crossings, a mechanically stabilised earth embankment, and numerous retaining walls. The design meets the disability standard, controlled cyclist speed, and integrates rest areas on the steeper uphill grades.
Section 2, the longest at nearly 3km, includes connections to several schools better connecting them to their communities. This section provided challenges in terms of terrain, routing, ecology and even archaeological complexity. Our planning, consenting, and engineering teams resolved significant vertical alignment challenges, and a railway line crossing, to provide the community with a safe pathway that helps reduce vehicle traffic.
The final section, a 4.5 metre wide sweeping boardwalk alongside Ōrākei Basin, required materials rated for use in a marine environment. The complete route offers users a pleasing mix of terrain and viewpoints on the way to its ultimate connection with Auckland's waterfront shared pathway.
At a Glance
- Offices
- Client
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- Auckland Transport
- Awards
- New Zealand Planning Institute Rodney Davies Project Award, 2017
Hannah Breeds, Senior Principal Civil Engineer
I feel like I’m making a difference to the community and the environment—and having a little fun while doing so.
Mike Skelton, Senior Transport Engineer
After decades of work I still love my job because I get to solve unique and difficult problems and interact with clients.
Nick Gluyas, ANZ Sector Leader, Transport Delivery
In my role, I get to apply my technical skills every day, but I’m also able to contribute strategically at a regional level.
Karen Bell, Principal Planner & Technical Specialist
I really enjoy working on a diverse range of projects with engineers, planners, scientists, and engagement specialists.
Matt Soper, Principal, Transport Planner/Practice Leader Business Cases
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