Living Streets Aotearoa
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Living Streets Aotearoa, New Zealand's national pedestrian advocacy organisation. We promote walk-friendly communities. www.livingstreets.org.nz
If you're Wellington-based, consider going to this free public talk about motornormativity and car dependency, happening next Friday 9 Oct at 6:30 pm.
Motonormativity: How we struggle to see the problems of car dependency
Motonormativity underpins car dependency and all the harms that entails. Prof Walker looks at how it arises, how it is shaped, and what we might do about it.
events.humanitix.com
October 1, 2026 at 10:35 PM
If you're Wellington-based, consider going to this free public talk about motornormativity and car dependency, happening next Friday 9 Oct at 6:30 pm.
The October Living Streets Aotearoa eBulletin is out now! It covers topics like:
- A new rule that's come into effect that puts pedestrians at risk
- Introducing new Executive Council Member Peter Lee-Grey
-Upcoming events
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
- A new rule that's come into effect that puts pedestrians at risk
- Introducing new Executive Council Member Peter Lee-Grey
-Upcoming events
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
October 2026 eBulletin - Living Streets Aotearoa
In this issue, we talk about a new rule that’s come into effect that puts pedestrians at risk, introduce new Executive Council Member Peter Lee-Grey, share some upcoming events, and more. We want more...
livingstreets.org.nz
October 1, 2026 at 4:17 AM
The October Living Streets Aotearoa eBulletin is out now! It covers topics like:
- A new rule that's come into effect that puts pedestrians at risk
- Introducing new Executive Council Member Peter Lee-Grey
-Upcoming events
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
- A new rule that's come into effect that puts pedestrians at risk
- Introducing new Executive Council Member Peter Lee-Grey
-Upcoming events
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
Today, a new transport rule comes into effect that allows bikes to be ridden on the footpath. This rule permits children up to 12 years of age and adults accompanying them to ride bikes on the footpath.
New rule puts pedestrians at risk - Living Streets Aotearoa
A new rule that allows bikes to be ridden on the footpath will put pedestrians at risk. This rule permits children up to 12 years of age and adults accompanying them to ride bikes on the footpath, and...
livingstreets.org.nz
September 30, 2026 at 10:25 PM
Today, a new transport rule comes into effect that allows bikes to be ridden on the footpath. This rule permits children up to 12 years of age and adults accompanying them to ride bikes on the footpath.
A nice mention in this article of a programme where members from a retirement village in Hobsonville in Auckland help kids cross the street on the way to school. What a great way to help empower kids to walk to school safely and for older and younger people to form connections!
The geriatric giant growing by the hour
The number of people with dementia in NZ is set to more than double in the next 25 years. Luckily, the medical world is learning more about treatment and prevention.
www.rnz.co.nz
September 29, 2026 at 10:24 PM
A nice mention in this article of a programme where members from a retirement village in Hobsonville in Auckland help kids cross the street on the way to school. What a great way to help empower kids to walk to school safely and for older and younger people to form connections!
Great to see planned safety upgrades on a Piha road aimed at slowing drivers and keeping pedestrians safe. The road leads to a popular waterfall track, especially so in the summer.
Safety upgrades aimed at slowing drivers on popular Piha road
The west Auckland road is busy during summer when visitors flock to the beach side village in the Waitākere Ranges.
www.thepost.co.nz
September 28, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Great to see planned safety upgrades on a Piha road aimed at slowing drivers and keeping pedestrians safe. The road leads to a popular waterfall track, especially so in the summer.
Great to see this article by Tim Adriaansen about the launch of "Better Moves" by All Aboard , creating an alternative to car-dependent transport planning.
"People build their lives around the environment available to them."
"People build their lives around the environment available to them."
A love letter to transport planning - Greater Auckland
This is a guest post by Tim Adriaansen, a transport strategist and Executive Director of The results are currently under review, but we can give a few tasters ahead of publication. One of the fastest ...
www.greaterauckland.org.nz
September 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Great to see this article by Tim Adriaansen about the launch of "Better Moves" by All Aboard , creating an alternative to car-dependent transport planning.
"People build their lives around the environment available to them."
"People build their lives around the environment available to them."
Residents of a retirement village in Levin are still waiting for new speed limit signs that lower the speed limit on the stretch of SH57 in their area.
Speldhurst still waiting for speed sign change
Residents of a lower North Island retirement village were celebrating when roading officials heeded their pleas to lower the speed limit on the state highway past their gate.
www.rnz.co.nz
September 20, 2026 at 11:58 PM
Residents of a retirement village in Levin are still waiting for new speed limit signs that lower the speed limit on the stretch of SH57 in their area.
A really interesting examination of the theory that pedestrianisation will "harm businesses" on the street. Chun Sing Goh writes about evidence from other cities globally that shows businesses do better after streets are pedestrianised.
Pedestrianisation Has Strong Economic Evidence Behind It, So Why Aren't We Using It?
On 19 April 2026, Auckland Transport reopened part of Queen Street, the block between Wellesley and Wakefield, the country's most visible pedestrian-priority space, to general traffic every night from...
www.linkedin.com
September 17, 2026 at 12:20 AM
A really interesting examination of the theory that pedestrianisation will "harm businesses" on the street. Chun Sing Goh writes about evidence from other cities globally that shows businesses do better after streets are pedestrianised.
Few kids play outside in the street anymore, because streets are designed for cars, and parents are afraid their kids will get hurt. This fear isn't unfounded: "Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5–29 years, according to World Health Organization"
Do children play on the street anymore?
The shriek of kids playing outside, the call of "car!", the scrape of scooters on the footpath. For many urban neighbourhoods, those sounds have largely disappeared.
www.rnz.co.nz
September 16, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Few kids play outside in the street anymore, because streets are designed for cars, and parents are afraid their kids will get hurt. This fear isn't unfounded: "Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5–29 years, according to World Health Organization"
A resident of Paihia is concerned about pedestrian safety at a popular crossing in town.
Ralph Martin recently moved to Paihia and realised the crossing had: "a blind spot where pedestrians had to look behind their shoulder and past parked cars to see approaching traffic around the corner.
Ralph Martin recently moved to Paihia and realised the crossing had: "a blind spot where pedestrians had to look behind their shoulder and past parked cars to see approaching traffic around the corner.
'Nothing will get done': Resident warns over Paihia blind spot
Far North District Council will add warning signs at a disputed Paihia corner.
www.nzherald.co.nz
September 14, 2026 at 11:04 PM
A resident of Paihia is concerned about pedestrian safety at a popular crossing in town.
Ralph Martin recently moved to Paihia and realised the crossing had: "a blind spot where pedestrians had to look behind their shoulder and past parked cars to see approaching traffic around the corner.
Ralph Martin recently moved to Paihia and realised the crossing had: "a blind spot where pedestrians had to look behind their shoulder and past parked cars to see approaching traffic around the corner.
Another story about a pedestrian who was hit by an e-scooter user and whose life was "drastically changed".
In 2018, Mark Smith was hit by an e-scooter user and hurt his shoulder. Since then, he has had several treatments including surgery, but his shoulder is painful and hasn't fully recovered.
In 2018, Mark Smith was hit by an e-scooter user and hurt his shoulder. Since then, he has had several treatments including surgery, but his shoulder is painful and hasn't fully recovered.
'Changed my life': Pedestrian still suffering eight years after being hit by scooter
Eight years after he was hit by a person riding an e-scooter, Mark Smith still suffers daily pain that limits his ability to work.
www.rnz.co.nz
September 13, 2026 at 11:56 PM
Another story about a pedestrian who was hit by an e-scooter user and whose life was "drastically changed".
In 2018, Mark Smith was hit by an e-scooter user and hurt his shoulder. Since then, he has had several treatments including surgery, but his shoulder is painful and hasn't fully recovered.
In 2018, Mark Smith was hit by an e-scooter user and hurt his shoulder. Since then, he has had several treatments including surgery, but his shoulder is painful and hasn't fully recovered.
Back in April, we sent a series of policy questions to political parties and asked for their responses in advance of the 2026 election. We received responses from the Green Party, Labour Party, National Party, and Opportunity Party. We did not receive responses from NZ First or ACT.
Elections 2026 - Political parties respond to LSA policy questions - Living Streets Aotearoa
Living Streets Aotearoa believes it is important that New Zealand has national policy that supports walking and pedestrians. Back in April, we sent a series of policy questions to political parties and asked for their responses in advance of the 2026 election. We received responses from the Green Party, Labour Party, National Party, and Opportunity […]
livingstreets.org.nz
September 10, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Back in April, we sent a series of policy questions to political parties and asked for their responses in advance of the 2026 election. We received responses from the Green Party, Labour Party, National Party, and Opportunity Party. We did not receive responses from NZ First or ACT.
The September Living Streets Aotearoa eBulletin is out now! It covers topics like:
-News from LSA’s Executive Council
-Concerns about footpath rule change
-Party responses to LSA policy questions
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
-News from LSA’s Executive Council
-Concerns about footpath rule change
-Party responses to LSA policy questions
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
September 2026 eBulletin - Living Streets Aotearoa
In this issue, we talk about Living Streets Aotearoa’s new Executive Council, the upcoming footpath rule change, party responses to LSA policy questions, and more. We want more people walking and enjo...
livingstreets.org.nz
September 10, 2026 at 4:05 AM
The September Living Streets Aotearoa eBulletin is out now! It covers topics like:
-News from LSA’s Executive Council
-Concerns about footpath rule change
-Party responses to LSA policy questions
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
-News from LSA’s Executive Council
-Concerns about footpath rule change
-Party responses to LSA policy questions
-And more!
Read it in full on our website.
Living Streets Aotearoa President Dr Chris Teo-Sherrell was on RNZ's The Panel last night to talk about our position on the upcoming footpath rule change allowing children under 12 and accompanying adults to ride bikes on the footpath. The segment is from 12:10 to 20:40.
The Panel with Steve McCabe and Nichole Lewis
First up, it's expected 10,000 public service workers will go on strike today. The panel talk to Josh Trlin, PSA Organiser and Lead Advocate for PSA members at MSD. Then, Living Streets Aotearoa are c...
www.rnz.co.nz
September 9, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Living Streets Aotearoa President Dr Chris Teo-Sherrell was on RNZ's The Panel last night to talk about our position on the upcoming footpath rule change allowing children under 12 and accompanying adults to ride bikes on the footpath. The segment is from 12:10 to 20:40.
Should Christchurch follow Queensland's lead by regulating e-scooter use? Mike Yardley explores this question in his opinion piece:
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September 9, 2026 at 12:09 AM
Should Christchurch follow Queensland's lead by regulating e-scooter use? Mike Yardley explores this question in his opinion piece:
Living Streets Aotearoa is concerned about today's announcement that new lane use rules that will allow some children and adults to ride bikes on the footpath will come into effect on 1 October.
Footpath rule change puts pedestrians last - Living Streets Aotearoa
Living Streets Aotearoa, the national walking advocacy organisation, is concerned about the recent announcement from the Government that new lane use rules that will allow some children and adults to ...
livingstreets.org.nz
September 8, 2026 at 5:05 AM
Living Streets Aotearoa is concerned about today's announcement that new lane use rules that will allow some children and adults to ride bikes on the footpath will come into effect on 1 October.
The next Transport Research Webinar will take place on Thursday 24 September from 12-1 pm. These webinars are co-hosted by Living Streets Aotearoa, Transport Research Network (TRN), and Cycling Action Network (CAN).
September 8, 2026 at 12:32 AM
The next Transport Research Webinar will take place on Thursday 24 September from 12-1 pm. These webinars are co-hosted by Living Streets Aotearoa, Transport Research Network (TRN), and Cycling Action Network (CAN).
Living Streets Aotearoa congratulates Ōpōtiki District Council on their town centre revitalisation project and the resulting changes that make the area more pedestrian friendly.
Ōpōtiki town centre revitalisation project - Ōpōtiki District Council
We want the Ōpōtiki town centre to be a vibrant area that reflects the past, present and future communities.
www.odc.govt.nz
September 6, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Living Streets Aotearoa congratulates Ōpōtiki District Council on their town centre revitalisation project and the resulting changes that make the area more pedestrian friendly.
Community members in Tāhunanui Hills are concerned with the plan to remove speed cushions in their neighbourhood. These were installed as part of a trial to calm traffic and slow down drivers, and evidence showed that they worked:
'Asinine' speed bump removal plan: Tāhunanui Hills residents forced to be first responders
Tāhunanui Hills residents who are sick of responding to crashes outside their homes are fighting plans to scrap a speed bump trial in their neighbourhoods.
www.rnz.co.nz
September 3, 2026 at 11:14 PM
Community members in Tāhunanui Hills are concerned with the plan to remove speed cushions in their neighbourhood. These were installed as part of a trial to calm traffic and slow down drivers, and evidence showed that they worked:
Raised crossings and tables reduce serious crashes and injury crashes, according to recent NZTA studies: "cutting fatal and serious crash risk by 40%, and a 50% reduction in injury crashes with the use of elevated stop lines at traffic signals."
Why Hamilton has so many speed bumps
Waipā is reviewing 12 raised safety platforms after concerns about performance.
www.nzherald.co.nz
September 2, 2026 at 10:39 PM
Raised crossings and tables reduce serious crashes and injury crashes, according to recent NZTA studies: "cutting fatal and serious crash risk by 40%, and a 50% reduction in injury crashes with the use of elevated stop lines at traffic signals."
Is your street making you lonelier? That's the question explored in this article, describing how neighbourhoods designed for cars can cause stress and lead to people avoiding going out. The author describes her own experience walking with her young child in a pram:
Is Your Street Making You Lonelier?
The streets that make a neighborhood harder to walk may also make it harder to connect, and harder on the planet. New research explains why.
www.psychologytoday.com
September 1, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Is your street making you lonelier? That's the question explored in this article, describing how neighbourhoods designed for cars can cause stress and lead to people avoiding going out. The author describes her own experience walking with her young child in a pram:
Minister of Transport Chris Bishop recently remarked with frustration about how expensive it is to build roads in New Zealand. All Aboard wrote this fantastic explainer about why this is so.
Why are roads so expensive? — All Aboard Aotearoa
Why are New Zealand’s roads getting more expensive while delivering less economic bang for their buck? Because the first road is the cheapest, faster roads demand disproportionately more engineering,...
allaboard.nz
August 31, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Minister of Transport Chris Bishop recently remarked with frustration about how expensive it is to build roads in New Zealand. All Aboard wrote this fantastic explainer about why this is so.
This is a great piece about how a walk can help mental health, particularly when recovering from traumatic events. The author, Ben Sedley, is a psychologist in Wellington who lost his house after the flooding in April.
The Power of Walking Around the Block
How do we manage after trauma? Without these small first steps, there’s no opportunity for the bigger steps that must follow.
www.psychologytoday.com
August 30, 2026 at 10:55 PM
This is a great piece about how a walk can help mental health, particularly when recovering from traumatic events. The author, Ben Sedley, is a psychologist in Wellington who lost his house after the flooding in April.
This is a great little explainer about how intersection daylighting can improve pedestrian safety while also beautifying streets and adding better infrastructure.
Friday Video: How Red Curbs and Bike Racks Can Save Lives — Streetsblog USA
What is daylighting, and how can cities use it to increase street safety?
usa.streetsblog.org
August 27, 2026 at 11:53 PM
This is a great little explainer about how intersection daylighting can improve pedestrian safety while also beautifying streets and adding better infrastructure.
The low emissions zone in London has already paid off for public health. A recent study of school children in London found that lung size and function improved over the five years the emission zone has been in place.
Ulez led to better lung size and function among London children, study finds
Researchers find capacity stunted by pollution restored after introduction of ultra-low emission zone
www.theguardian.com
August 27, 2026 at 12:14 AM
The low emissions zone in London has already paid off for public health. A recent study of school children in London found that lung size and function improved over the five years the emission zone has been in place.