Kalmia Street, Ellerslie - Pedestrian Safey Improvements
Consultation Outcome
We want to thank the community of Kalmia Street, Ellerslie for your engagement and feedback on our proposal to improve pedestrian safety. We plan to achieve this by installing a new traffic light-controlled crossing with red surfacing outside 21 and 34 Kalmia Street.
After carefully reviewing the feedback we received, we are proceeding as proposed.
What happens next
We anticipate these changes will be constructed in late 2025.
We'll be in touch with local residents before any changes take place.
Community Feedback
Thank you for helping us make better decisions for your neighbourhood, informed by your local knowledge.
Community feedback discussed benefits, concerns and suggestions for the project.
The main benefits include:
- Making it safer for people to cross the street, especially children going to and from the school and train station.
- Making it easier for people with strollers to get to Ellerslie Village.
- Helping traffic flowing while providing a safe crossing in an area with two blind corners.
- It's a minor change, just do it.
The top concerns about the proposal mentioned by people were:
- The proposed changes may lead to increased congestion, as the current bus stop, located on a bend in the road causes significant traffic build-up from 4 pm onwards due to buses blocking the lane while stationary.
- Adding another pedestrian crossing close to the existing one near Ellerslie School makes the proposal seem unnecessary and a waste of resources.
- The proposed crossing is too close to two corners with poor visibility, which may potentially increase the risk of accidents and sudden stops.
Please click here to view the full consultation summary and our responses to your feedback.
About the project
Kia ora, tālofa lava, mālō e lelei, kia orana, fakaalofa lahi atu, bula vinaka, nǐ hǎo, namaste, kumusta, néih hóu, and warm greetings,
We’ve heard your concerns about crossing safely on Kalmia Street, just north of the Ellerslie train station entrance, especially for tamariki walking to and from school. In response, we’re proposing some improvements to make this area safer and more accessible for everyone.
What we are proposing
Kalmia Street, Ellerslie -Proposal Drawing
- New traffic light-controlled crossing with red surfacing outside 21 and 34 Kalmia Street, giving priority to people crossing on foot or by bike when the light is green.
- Removing the temporary bus stop at 21 Kalmia Street and upgrading the existing one at 19 Kalmia Street by removing unused driveways and rebuilding the footpaths in their place. This will make it easier and more comfortable for people to walk through.
- Widening the footpath and extending the kerb on both sides of the crossing to create a safer waiting area.
- Upgrading the existing bus stop outside 34 Kalmia Street with a new bench.
- Installing tactile pavers to guide people safely to and across the road.
- Installing new signage and road markings to support these changes.
Benefits and impacts
- Providing a safe crossing point for people accessing Ellerslie train station and for children crossing Kalmia Street.
- Giving more priority to people crossing this busy road as traffic must stop.
- Making it easier and safer for everyone to cross. Pram crossings help people with strollers or mobility needs cross more comfortably.
- Low impact on traffic flow since the crossing is only activated when someone pushes the button.
What we want your feedback on
We value your local knowledge and would like to have your feedback on the proposed changes.
How you can have your say
Have your say by completing the online feedback form. The form will be open from Wednesday, 20 August 2025 to Wednesday, 3 September 2025.
If you would like to receive updates about the outcome of the proposal, please include your email address when filling out the online feedback form.
