New footpath for Rewa Road, Maraetai
Improving safety and accessibility on Rewa Road
February 2026 update: updated design
Construction of a new footpath will start in March 2026.
Ahead of construction, we completed a pre construction safety audit. As a result, we are making a small number of additional changes to improve safety and ensure the road remains accessible for all users, including emergency vehicles and larger vehicles.
What are the changes?
Additional broken yellow lines (no stopping at all times)
To ensure the road remains safe and passable—particularly for larger vehicles—we will be adding new broken yellow lines at the following locations:
• Between numbers 17 and 19 Rewa Road
• Between numbers 8 and 10 Rewa Road
• Near number 11 Rewa Road (after Coney Lane)
These sections of Rewa Road are narrow, and parking on both sides would not leave adequate space for larger vehicles to pass. The no stopping lines address this safety issue.
Click here to access the February 2026 updated design
Other design adjustments
• The centre line has been shifted slightly to better align vehicles and improve visibility.
• Driveway flares have been updated to improve access for residents entering and exiting their properties.
o A “flare” refers to the widened part of the driveway entrance where it meets the road and footpath.
o This work does not affect the private portion of driveways on residents’ properties.
Construction
We'll be in touch before construction starts
October project update: Proceeding with the footpath
We want to thank the Maraetai community for their engagement on our footpath plan for Rewa Road.
We considered the feedback received, and as a result we have updated our design.
We are proceeding with our plan to build a footpath with the following design changes:
- Building out the existing kerb, with the width varying between 0.5 metres and 1 metre. This change is intended to accommodate the new continuous footpath while minimising the need for significant modifications to driveways.
- No trees will be removed
- No changes to retaining walls
- Parking restrictions have been included to allow for vehicle passing opportunities
- Parking restrictions to improve visibility at the bend near the Maraetai Hall
Click here to download the updated October 2025 design
Click here to read the engagement summary
Why Rewa Road matters
Rewa Road connects residents to key destinations including Maraetai Park, public transport, local shops, and the Maraetai Beach Community Hall. Currently, only one side of Rewa Road (from Carlton Crescent) has a footpath, which can be inconvenient and unsafe for pedestrians.
Community benefits
- Safer journeys – separating pedestrians from traffic reduces risk and encourages walking
- Responds to customer requests
- Healthier lifestyle – walking becomes a more attractive and inclusive way to get around
- Better access – improved walking routes to the beach, public transport, and community facilities
- Sustainable travel – walking is a key part of Auckland Transport’s vision for a greener, more connected city
Whether you're commuting, heading to the beach, or enjoying a stroll through Maraetai, this project aims to make your journey safer and more enjoyable.
