Links to Glen Innes cycleways
The Links to Glen Innes Cycleways is about creating more options for people to travel safely and sustainably in our growing communities.
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Project details
Start date
October 2015End date
Early 2026Location
Glen InnesTransport involved
Walking, driving, bus, train and cyclingOverview
Around 5,100 new homes are expected to be built in Glen Innes over the next decade. This growth is supported by major investment into new community facilities, stormwater systems, underground utilities, and the road network.
AT is supporting this growth by giving people more options to travel sustainably and safely, whether by car, bike, bus, train or on foot. The new cycleway connects to:
- neighbouring suburbs
- the Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive Shared Path
- the public transport network.
To minimise disruption, we're coordinating construction with routine road and footpath maintenance.
We'll also be collaborating and coordinating with other organisations doing works in Glen Innes including:
- utility providers
- Watercare
- housing developers
- Kāinga Ora
We will maintain access for residents and businesses throughout the works. Follow the detour route signage carefully and plan ahead for any travel delay times.
Latest updates
We’re now working on stage 2 of the Merton East Cycleway at the Morrin Road approach of the Morrin Road, Merton Road and Felton Matthew Avenue roundabout.
We plan to start stage 3 on 12 November 2025. This involves work on the Merton Road approach of the Morrin Road, Merton Road and Felton Matthew Avenue roundabout. We expect to complete this work in early December 2025.
Unforeseen weather conditions may delay the start or end of the works.
For information on Stages 2, 3 and 4, download the works notification letter (PDF, 820KB).
We completed pedestrian, cyclist and public transport upgrades along Line Road in July 2025, between the intersections with Eastview Road and West Tamaki Road.
That included:
- building a cycleway along the western side of Line Road between Taniwha Street and West Tamaki Road
- removing parking along Line Road to make space for the new cycleway
- installing raised crossings to make it safer for people walking and cycling to cross at the Taniwha Street and Line Road roundabout, across Eastview Road and across Merfield Street
- painting pedestrian and bike crossings between the Taniwha and Eastview reserves
- repainting the bus stops outside 8, 36 and 78 Line Road
- installing a gentle, wide speed bump outside 77 Line Road.
Timeline
Merton West Cycleway
After feedback from the Ōrākei Local Board, we’re taking more time to review the Merton West Cycleway design (between College Road and the Morrin Road roundabout).
Merton East Cycleway stages 2 to 4
Stages 2, 3 and 4 will be completed in order through weekday nightworks.
- Stage 2: Morrin Road, near the Morrin Road roundabout
- Stage 3: Merton Reserve to Morrin Road roundabout
- Stage 4: Felton Mathew Avenue, near Morrin Road roundabout
Section by section progress
- Taniwha Street between Line Road and West Tāmaki Road
Completed in November 2023.
Watch a video about the construction at Taniwha Street. - Taniwha Street between Apirana Avenue and Line Road
Completed in December 2024. - Apirana Avenue between Taniwha Street and Pilkington Road
Completed in July 2024. - Point England Road between Line Road and Dalton Street
Completed in November 2024. - Stonefields Avenue
Completed in March 2025. - Morrin Road
Completed in March 2025. - Pilkington Road, Apirana Avenue and Tripoli Road roundabout
Completed in August 2025. - West Tamaki Road
Completed in August 2025.
Project designs
Project benefits
Cycling network improvements
Bus stop improvements
Pedestrian improvements
Better options
Project background
Public consultation was undertaken in 2015, 2017, and 2022 to ensure the design of the new cycleways was in partnership with the community.
Feedback has helped us identify key routes and ways we can improve outcomes for future users.
Where to place your bins if your street has a new cycleway
Put your bins out on your grass berm. If your berm is steep or there's no grass berm, put them between the concrete islands alongside the cycleway.
Getting a bike to use the cycleway
If you need to learn how to safely ride and maintain your bike, check out our cycling & walking resources for free courses and events.
If you need a bike, visit the local Glen Innes Bike Hub at 204 Taniwha Street. You can buy a safety-checked second-hand bike, and bike parts and accessories. The Glen Innes Bike hub also offers free access to tools and advice on basic bike maintenance.