Improving crossing safety on Whangaparaoa and Walbrook Road, Manly
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Thanks to the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Capital Transport fund, we’ll be installing new crossing improvements along Whangaparaoa Road and at the start of Walbrook Road.
This area is well-used by pedestrians, including those accessing a nearby walkway by the fire station. With increased foot traffic and a growing need for safer crossing options, these changes aim to provide safety for people walking in the area.
The changes we’re making by February 2026:
Installing new crossing islands outside #964 Whangaparāoa Road and at the intersection to Walbrook Road. The crossing islands are a small section of pavement within the median strip, surrounded by concrete. It helps people crossing to safely wait for a gap in traffic (while giving way to motorists) to finish crossing the road.
Installing tactile pavers at all crossing points which are yellow guidance paving markers to help vision impaired people safely cross the road
Widening the footpaths on both sides of the crossings to give more room to wait to cross
Upgrading bus stops by moving the bus stop outside #958 to outside #956 Whangaparāoa Road and repainting the bus stop markings outside Manly Methodist Church. This is to make way for the new crossing improvements while ensuring continued access to safe public transport.
Installing a skid-resistant surfacing outside #960 Whangaparāoa Road, on approach to the crossing island. This aims to reduce speeds and improve vehicle grip especially during wet weather conditions.
Installing two new driver feedback signs outside #956 and #951 Whangaparāoa Road and new red SLOW road markings to improve driver awareness and encourage people to slow on approach to the crossing
A larger drawing showing the changes can be found to the right of this page.
Benefits to your community:
Encourages drivers to slow down and take extra care when approaching the crossing and improves visibility between motorists and people crossing the road
Improves safety for everyone with different accessibility needs and reduces speed in the area.
Pram crossings make it safer and more convenient for people pushing prams or strollers to cross roads. It helps ensure those with mobility needs can navigate crossings more easily.
New road markings and signs clarify right of way and enhance safety by minimising risk of collisions
Walking is good for the environment and good for your health. It helps reduce reliance on cars for local trips, decreasing traffic congestion and reducing our carbon emissions.
What happens next:
We will be in touch with residents and businesses before any construction takes place.
Any change to the plan will be updated on our website.
Share your thoughts with us by July 24, 2025
We want to hear from nearby residents, business and community groups on our proposed safety improvements. Tell us what you think and if there's anything we've missed.
How to contact us:
If you’d like to speak to someone about our plans, please email us by 24 July 2025 at ATEngagement@at.govt.nz.
Thanks to the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Capital Transport fund, we’ll be installing new crossing improvements along Whangaparaoa Road and at the start of Walbrook Road.
This area is well-used by pedestrians, including those accessing a nearby walkway by the fire station. With increased foot traffic and a growing need for safer crossing options, these changes aim to provide safety for people walking in the area.
The changes we’re making by February 2026:
Installing new crossing islands outside #964 Whangaparāoa Road and at the intersection to Walbrook Road. The crossing islands are a small section of pavement within the median strip, surrounded by concrete. It helps people crossing to safely wait for a gap in traffic (while giving way to motorists) to finish crossing the road.
Installing tactile pavers at all crossing points which are yellow guidance paving markers to help vision impaired people safely cross the road
Widening the footpaths on both sides of the crossings to give more room to wait to cross
Upgrading bus stops by moving the bus stop outside #958 to outside #956 Whangaparāoa Road and repainting the bus stop markings outside Manly Methodist Church. This is to make way for the new crossing improvements while ensuring continued access to safe public transport.
Installing a skid-resistant surfacing outside #960 Whangaparāoa Road, on approach to the crossing island. This aims to reduce speeds and improve vehicle grip especially during wet weather conditions.
Installing two new driver feedback signs outside #956 and #951 Whangaparāoa Road and new red SLOW road markings to improve driver awareness and encourage people to slow on approach to the crossing
A larger drawing showing the changes can be found to the right of this page.
Benefits to your community:
Encourages drivers to slow down and take extra care when approaching the crossing and improves visibility between motorists and people crossing the road
Improves safety for everyone with different accessibility needs and reduces speed in the area.
Pram crossings make it safer and more convenient for people pushing prams or strollers to cross roads. It helps ensure those with mobility needs can navigate crossings more easily.
New road markings and signs clarify right of way and enhance safety by minimising risk of collisions
Walking is good for the environment and good for your health. It helps reduce reliance on cars for local trips, decreasing traffic congestion and reducing our carbon emissions.
What happens next:
We will be in touch with residents and businesses before any construction takes place.
Any change to the plan will be updated on our website.
Share your thoughts with us by July 24, 2025
We want to hear from nearby residents, business and community groups on our proposed safety improvements. Tell us what you think and if there's anything we've missed.
How to contact us:
If you’d like to speak to someone about our plans, please email us by 24 July 2025 at ATEngagement@at.govt.nz.
