Auckland: Auckland Transport will remove four car parking spaces on Tamaki Drive late this evening at the scene of a fatal accident involving a cyclist earlier this week.
Auckland Transport Road Corridor Operations Manager Andrew Allen says the car parks will be removed from Tamaki Drive on the corner near Kelly Tarltons.
“Parked cars on that stretch of road contribute towards the creation of a pinch point for cyclists.
“This is an immediate step that will improve cycle safety.”
Other measures to improve safety already announced by Auckland Transport are:
• A review of the Tamaki Rd/Ngapipi Rd intersection with a view to signalising it
• Widening the footpath by possibly constructing a boardwalk along the northern side of Tamaki Drive to accommodate both cyclists and pedestrians off road
• Improve public awareness through targeted education campaigns around sharing of the road space.
Cycle Action Auckland member Bevan Woodward welcomed the move.
“Auckland Transport is moving quickly on this one and we welcome the plans they have for improving cycle safety. We hope to have an ongoing dialogue to resolve other potentially dangerous locations for cycling in Auckland.”