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Brooklyn Connections transport changes

Wellington City Council proposes revised walking, cycling and bus improvements on Brooklyn Road and Ohiro Road, including permanent cycle lanes, bus-stop changes and a net reduction in on-street parking.

Closing date
3 August 2026

Closed 51 days ago

Added to Civics
13 July 2026
Source category
Local government
Last checked
13 July 2026

Plain-English summary

Wellington City Council proposes a revised package of safety and accessibility changes on Brooklyn Road and Ohiro Road. It includes permanent cycle lanes, a new pedestrian crossing, path upgrades, altered bus stops and changes to on-street parking.

The design was reduced after government co-funding and council budgets changed. The council says it should retain about 80% of the benefits of the earlier approved design for about one third of its construction cost, and is consulting again before making further decisions.

Why it matters

The proposal changes how road space is allocated along a busy corridor and would permanently remove 37 parking spaces while adding 18 angled spaces on Helen Street.

The revised design is intended to retain most of the earlier project's safety and access benefits at substantially lower cost.

Who may care

  • Brooklyn and nearby communities
  • Bus passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, businesses and accessibility advocates

How to make a submission

  1. Use the online feedback form linked from the official project page.
  2. A printable form and assistance by email or at council drop-in sessions are also available.

Disclaimer

Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.