Monday August 25, 2014
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Let’s look at public transport - Says Mayor By Sam Duff
Wellington needs to focus on better public transport and cycling infrastructure after the flyover was axed by a board of inquiry, says Mayor Celia Wade-Brown. A board of enquiry recently declined consent for a $90 million flyover near the Basin Reserve. “I personally voted against the flyover because the effects on the urban landscape outweigh the time savings,” Mayor Wade-Brown says.
“I’m working with NZTA and Greater Wellington Regional Council on improving public transport as well as aiming to improve cycle infrastructure.” Mayor Wade-Brown says on a recent trip to Europe she saw for herself many examples of how Wellington could improve its transport network. “What was very clear was the range of transport,” she says. “They’re not all the same type.” “I don’t know whether longer buses or higher buses are the best
thing for Wellington but those are the kinds of things we need to be looking at now.” Mayor Wade-Brown says the Buckle Street underpass, which is currently being constructed, will reduce traffic congestion to the basin to some extent. Will you be ditching the car and jumping onto your bike in your Lycra bike shorts? What does Wellington need to improve its transport infrastructure? Email samduff@wsn.co.nz and let us know.
ZIPPING ROUND: Traffic passes Wellington’s Basin Reserve cricket ground, as seen from Rugby Street. PHOTO CREDIT: Sam Duff
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Save the needle? Dear Ed, in my opinion, it's a waste of money to fix the wind needle. Cost versus benefit doesn't warrant it, especially in this economic climate. Katerina Juriss, Seatoun Dear Ed, please save the needle, it is a real Wellington icon and a big part of the wind sculpture walk. Katie Baker, Rongotai
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