Improving footpath connections along Shea Terrace, Takapuna

About this project

We’re responding to concerns raised by the community to make Shea Terrace in Takapuna safer and easier for everyone to use by improving the footpath and road layout.

People in the area have told us that they’re worried about the safety of people walking or cycling, because Shea Terrace is a narrow road, and when cars park on both sides, it’s hard for drivers to see people walking, crossing and to move safely. Drivers are forced over the centre line creating potential safety risks and affects visibility of other road users.

The changes we’re making in 2026

• Building a new footpath and kerb realignment on Shea Terrace between North Shore Hospital Drive to the end of the cul-de-sac. We will need to reshape the grass berm, level the soil and remove/prune two trees.
• Paint no stopping at all times (broken yellow lines) along parts of Shea Terrace. This clears access and helps with visibility into and out of Shea Terrace and stops cars from parking at the entry and exit points of the street. This also makes it easier for drivers to see oncoming cars, cyclists and people walking or crossing the road.
• Install and clearly mark reallocated parking spaces, so people know where they can park safely
• Upgrade the pram ramp near North Shore Hospital Drive to make it safer and easier for parents, caregivers, and people with mobility needs to cross.

A drawing showing the changes can be found here.

Benefits to the community:

• Footpaths make it safer for the community by separating motorists and traffic from people on foot.
• More footpaths make it easier and stress-free for you and local children to move about your community, offering better connections to schools, parks, public transport and other local amenities.
• Parking will still be available to the community, with no removal of existing parking spaces.
• Improves visibility for drivers to see oncoming cars, people walking, cycling and crossing the road, making it safer, particularly for tamariki (children).
• Clears access and keeps the lane clear for traffic, particularly during peak hours in the morning and afternoons.

What happens next

• Any change to the plan will be updated on our website.
  
• We will be in touch with local residents and businesses prior to any work taking place.
• We know this may cause some inconvenience, and we will minimise this as much as possible while balancing safety concerns.
• Please remember to park courteously and avoid blocking driveways. Vehicles parked illegally may receive infringement notices or be towed away.

How to contact us

If you’d like to discuss our plans, share what you know about your area or let us know if there’s anything we’ve missed, email us at ATEngagement@at.govt.nz by 12 December 2025.

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