Great South Road and Coles Crescent intersection Improvement Project
Construction update - March 2026
Construction has started. Expected to be completed by the end of June 2026.
Proposal update March 2026
As part of the Great South Road and Coles Cresent signalisation proposal, people in the area told us there are still concerns with traffic flow during peak hours. The section of Great South Road between Subway Road and Coles Cresent consist of a short merge lane and street parking that can hinder of the flow of traffic.
Extended lane and clearway hours on Great South Road
After further investigation, we are:
Extending the dual lane arrangement from Coles Cresent intersection towards Subway Road intersection.
Planning to install a northbound clearway outside 69 Great South Road and 76-78 Great South Road between to 7am-9 am and 3pm-6pm, Monday-Friday.
This change will ensure this part of Great South Road remains clear and open to the flow of traffic during peak hours on weekdays, when the area is busiest.
We anticipate the new hours for these clearways will go into effect the same as the signalisation upgrade – by May/June 2026.
We will be in touch with residents and businesses in the area at least two weeks prior to the changes taking effect.
Proposal outcome
In August 2025, we proposed improvements to the intersection at Great South Road, Coles Crescent. After reviewing all the feedback we received, we are proceeding with the work as proposed.
For more information about the engagement carried out, you can download the engagement report, found in the side bar.
Project background
This project is part of Auckland Transport's High-Risk Intersection Programme, a safety improvement programme that prioritises safety interventions at high-risk intersections in Auckland.
Between 2017 and 2024, 29 crashes were reported at this location, including one serious and 13 minor injury crashes. A significant number of these crashes involved right-turning vehicles and vulnerable road users. Key issues identified include poor visibility, difficulty in finding safe gaps in traffic, increasing turning movements due to Coles Crescent being used as a bypass, and a lack of pedestrian crossing facilities.
The project aims to address these safety and operational concerns, thereby enhancing safety for all road users.
What changes we proposed?
Install a signalised intersection with pedestrian crossings on Coles Crescent and the Great South Road south approach
Install associated road markings and signage to support the signalisation
Reconstruct footpaths to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility
Relocate the bus stop outside #71 Great South Road to further south
- Removal of two car parks on Coles Crescent to formalise the signalised intersection
Signalising the intersection controls all movements and manages the traffic flow, while prioritising safe crossings for pedestrians.
Safer pedestrian crossing facilities will make it easier and more enjoyable for you, our Tamariki, and the community to navigate your neighbourhood with confidence.
- Parking changes will involve removing two parking spaces on Coles Crescent (see plan for details) and painting broken yellow lines to provide queuing spaces for vehicles, ensuring that pedestrians crossing the road can see approaching vehicles clearly.
