SH16 Petition UPDATE: Kumeu to Taupaki
2,800 is the number of you who have joined the petition to encourage the New Zealand Transport Authority (NZTA) to reprioritise their projects to include the widening of SH16 between Taupaki Road and Kumeu in a timely manner.
To visualise that number, imagine each of the 2,800 as a driver of a car in a stationary single line of traffic commencing from Access Rd T/Signals on SH16, at Kumeu.
Travelling towards Auckland, this queue passes Taupaki to the M/Way, passes Westgate, Lincoln, Te Atatu and Patiki Roads with the front car now positioned between Waterview and St Luke Ramps.
Many will be aware NZTA have a proposed project due for completion on SH16 early 2021. This project includes widening to 4 lanes from the N/W M/Way to Taupaki Rd; a two-lane roundabout at the Intersection with Coatesville-Riverhead Rd; many other road safety additions including median barriers. Estimated cost $53,000,000.
The above project, while very helpful, mostly resolves safety issues. This is an alternative project to the ideal solution of a BYPASS around Kumeu and Huapai returning to SH16 near Waimauku. Unfortunately, this will not be commenced until the 2030’s (NZTA’s admission). In short – not usable before mid-late 2030’s at the earliest (if then).
On completion of this proposed project, a 2.5km section of SH16 will be left as just two lanes between Taupaki and Kumeu and it is this section of the corridor we are asking for inclusion into the upcoming project. We are saying “if this is to be the approved option for SH16”, do it properly and upgrade the complete corridor in a timely manner.
NZTA have given no indication of how they are to resolve the congestion that will occur as a result of the 2.5kms being left as two lanes.
With the expectation of 1000’s of new dwellings into the area over the next few years, congestion must only worsen. Having a four-lane corridor from Kumeu (while the second-best option) appears the only alternative option for the next 13 years that is achievable.
If completed, a four laned corridor would significantly improve traffic flows, give more opportunities for enhanced Public Transport, improve security of travel, and make for a safer drive. For those who are not aware of the petition, you can find it on:
CHANGE.ORG and the link to it is set out below:
www.change.org...
Your assistance in helping have NZTA reconsider their projects would be appreciated. Please share where you can. Cheers.
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Witnesses sought in relation to mass disorder on K-Road Auckland
Police are appealing to the public for any footage they may have of the mass disorder that occurred on Karangahape Road in Auckland in the early hours of Sunday 28 December.
Emergency services were called to the disorder around 3.41am where it is estimated around over 50 people were present.
A Police investigation is underway after there were three serious assaults on and around Karangahape Road during the mass disorder.
A portal has been set up to allow the public to upload any footage they have of the disorder and the serious assaults.
The portal is https://dahr.nc3.govt.nz/
Police have arrested one person but are asking for help to identify and locate others involved.
• Around 4:15am there was a serious assault outside the Crown Bar on Queen Street.
A 33-year-old man received serious injuries and was hospitalised.
The offender is still unknown, and the Police file number is 251228/4647.
• Around 4:30am there was another serious assault on a Cobden Steet just off Karangahape Road.
A 27-year-old man received serious injuries and was hospitalised.
The offender is still unknown, and the Police file number is 251228/4462.
• Around 5am there was third serious assault at the Mobil Service Station on the corner or Karangahape Road and Ponsonby Road.
A 46-year-old man received serious injuries and was hospitalised.
A 21-year-old man has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
He has been bailed to appear in court again on 16 January 2026.
The Police file number is 251228/4774.
Police would like to speak to anyone who has witnessed or filmed the assaults.
Witnesses can call Police directly on 105.
Please quote one of the above file numbers.
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