Kingdon Street Dynamic Loading Zone trial

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Introducing New Zealand’s First Dynamic Loading Zone

Auckland Transport (AT) is trialling an innovative new parking solution in Newmarket. From June 2025, a dynamic loading zone will operate outside 2–8 Kingdon Street, near the intersection with Khyber Pass Road.

This trial is the first of its kind in Aotearoa and uses LED road lights to clearly indicate changing parking and loading rules throughout the day—helping drivers make informed decisions and making better use of limited street space.

This is a new kaupapa, funded by an NZTA Innovation trial, and partners with 3i to manage kerbside space using technology.

How It Works

LED lights installed in the road surface along the eastern kerb of Kingdon Street will signal which rules are in effect:

  1. Yellow lights = Loading zone
  2. White lights = Paid parking
  3. No lights = Clearway (no stopping)

These lights will automatically change according to the time of day, removing confusion about what rules apply and when.
Why We’re Doing This

This trial supports smarter street design and aims to:

  1. Improve clarity for drivers
  2. Optimise the use of high-demand curbside space
  3. Test a future-ready technology that could be expanded across Auckland

What to Expect

Installation of the LED lights is scheduled for 26th- 30th May 2025, please see details here.

Work will take place at night to reduce disruption

Properties and businesses nearby will be notified 5 days prior

Share Your Thoughts

We’re keen to hear how the trial works for you, share your feedback by email us at ATEngagement@at.govt.nz

Introducing New Zealand’s First Dynamic Loading Zone

Auckland Transport (AT) is trialling an innovative new parking solution in Newmarket. From June 2025, a dynamic loading zone will operate outside 2–8 Kingdon Street, near the intersection with Khyber Pass Road.

This trial is the first of its kind in Aotearoa and uses LED road lights to clearly indicate changing parking and loading rules throughout the day—helping drivers make informed decisions and making better use of limited street space.

This is a new kaupapa, funded by an NZTA Innovation trial, and partners with 3i to manage kerbside space using technology.

How It Works

LED lights installed in the road surface along the eastern kerb of Kingdon Street will signal which rules are in effect:

  1. Yellow lights = Loading zone
  2. White lights = Paid parking
  3. No lights = Clearway (no stopping)

These lights will automatically change according to the time of day, removing confusion about what rules apply and when.
Why We’re Doing This

This trial supports smarter street design and aims to:

  1. Improve clarity for drivers
  2. Optimise the use of high-demand curbside space
  3. Test a future-ready technology that could be expanded across Auckland

What to Expect

Installation of the LED lights is scheduled for 26th- 30th May 2025, please see details here.

Work will take place at night to reduce disruption

Properties and businesses nearby will be notified 5 days prior

Share Your Thoughts

We’re keen to hear how the trial works for you, share your feedback by email us at ATEngagement@at.govt.nz

Page last updated: 15 May 2025, 05:23 PM