Karangahape Road Enhancement

Karangahape Road is a colourful hub and popular destination, and one of the busiest roads in the region. This enhancement represents a joint project between Council and Auckland Transport that aims to preserve the road’s unique character, while creating a street environment that supports the local community and meets the needs of a growing population.

LocationAuckland Central
CategoryStreetscape
ClientAuckland Transport, $24M
Extending the colour of Karangahape through considered infrastructure and design.

The scope of works consisted of the following:

  • Widening footpaths to create more space for pedestrians and improve walkability.
  • Installing cycleways in both directions to connect with existing and planned cycling networks.
  • Installation of new bus shelters on motorway overbridge
  • Construction of new raised speedtables on side streets
  • Providing additional bike parking, improved lighting, and new street furniture
  • Introducing peak-hour bus lanes to improve the reliability and efficiency of public transport.
  • Enhancing the streetscape and stormwater system with rain gardens, landscaping, and the planting of trees and native vegetation.