Takaanini level crossings engagement
We’ve listened to your feedback and updated the designs for each of the new bridges and the surrounding areas. These designs are ready to be shared with the community.
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Project details
Start date
October 2025End date
Early 2030Location
TakaaniniTransport involved
Walking, driving, bus, train and cyclingOverview
We’ve listened to your feedback and updated the designs for each of the new bridges and surrounding areas, and they’re ready to be shared with the community.
We’re proposing changes to the bridge designs that:
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are better value for money
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allow for future growth in Takaanini
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provide better, safer connections for people walking or cycling
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minimises construction impacts.
We want feedback on some of the changes we’ve made that are different to what was originally shown in the Notice of Requirements.
The latest proposed bridge designs include:
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Spartan Road (closing the level crossing but saving money by no longer building a bridge for walking and cycling )
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Manuia Road (building a new vehicle bridge connecting Great South Road to Oakleigh Avenue)
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Manuroa Road (closing the level crossing and replacing it with a new bridge for walking and cycling)
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Taka Street (closing the level crossing and building a new vehicle bridge)
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Walters Road (closing the level crossing and building a new vehicle bridge).
Your feedback will help us to make decisions on the designs for each bridge:
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would the recommendation to build no walking and cycling bridge at Spartan Road impact your current or future ability to walk or cycle in the area?
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does the way you travel and access roads/facilities get impacted by the proposed design at Taka Street and Walters Road?
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walking and cycling connections – have we got them right?
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what are your views on lifts and stairs or ramps and stairs at Manuroa Road
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replacing the roundabout at Walters Road and Porchester Road with a traffic-light controlled intersection – what should we keep in mind as we make changes here?
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how can we manage construction to help minimise disruption and keep Takaanini open for business and moving during construction?
We will continue to listen to the community as we move into a more detailed design.
Latest updates
Spartan Road is an industrial area used by heavy vehicles. A bridge at Spartan Road for walking and cycling was originally proposed to replace the level crossing back in 2022 and the land is protected by Designation 1855.
To save money, fit in with the community better and minimise construction impacts, we’re proposing some changes to the previous plans. We’ve also incorporated feedback we heard from our engagement with stakeholders and the community in September 2025.
Option 1: Close the level crossing and build a new bridge for walking and cycling. We would create turning areas on both sides of the rail tracks for vehicles no longer able to use the level crossing.
Option 2: Close the level crossing and future-proof the area for walking and cycling in the future We would create turning areas on both sides of the tracks, for vehicles no longer able to use the level crossing.
Option 3 (recommended option): Close the level crossing and not build a bridge for walking and cycling, to save money that can be better used in other areas of the project. We would create turning areas on both sides of the rail tracks for vehicles no longer able to use the level crossing.
Why we are recommending not building the bridge:
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there are low numbers of pedestrians and cyclists, and no future residential growth planned nearby
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there are also narrow constraints under the existing SH1 off-ramp, major impacts on utilities and the road is used by heavy vehicles making it unsafe for people walking and cycling.
The benefits of option 3
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we would create turning areas on both sides of the rail tracks for vehicles no longer able to use the level crossing
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avoids having to relocate major utilities
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money can be reallocated into other areas of the project in Takaanini
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the construction of the Manuia Road bridge would create a new route for vehicles travelling towards Great South Road from Spartan Road, via Oakleigh Avenue and across the new Manuia Road bridge. This provides greatly needed additional capacity for traffic flow to Great South Road and helps to shift heavy vehicles away from residential areas and schools
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the new bridge at Manuia Road would also provide a safer alternative for people walking and cycling.
With the level crossing closing at Spartan Road, northbound vehicles would:
- turn left out of Spartan Road onto Great South Road
- cars and small trucks can take a U-turn at the traffic lights at southbound SH1 ramps/Great South Road Intersection
- larger heavier vehicles unable to U-turn on Great South Road can turn left into Manuia Road, take a U-turn at the proposed new roundabout and travel back onto Great South Road
- continue north onto SH1 or on Great South Road.
Southbound vehicles would:
- turn left out of Spartan Road onto Great South Road
- continue onto the Takanini on ramp to SH1 or on to Great South Road.
A vehicle bridge at Manuia Road was originally proposed back in 2022, and land is protected by Designation 1855.
A new bridge will be built with 2 lanes in each direction, connecting Great South Road to Oakleigh Avenue to help provide additional capacity for traffic flow in Takaanini.
Currently, heavy vehicles travelling to Great South Road from Spartan Road use the level crossing at Manuroa Road which is a residential area with schools in the area. The new Manuia Road bridge is designed to encourage heavy vehicles away from residential areas and schools.
The proposed design has been updated to include:
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2 lanes in each direction for vehicles to manage traffic flow
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separated walking and cycling lanes on both sides of the bridge
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a loop road to homes and businesses at the existing Manuia Road. Access to the shopping area from Manuia Road will be retained
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additional lanes will be added on parts of Great South Road (increases to 3 in each direction) to improve capacity
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a roundabout at the Oakleigh intersection to allow for heavy vehicles and manage traffic flow to and from the new Manuia bridge — It will also allow for U turns
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parking changes on Oakleigh Avenue to help the flow of heavy vehicles approaching the roundabout
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safer connections for people walking and cycling with separated walking and cycling paths on both sides of the bridge and pedestrian and cycle crossings on Oakleigh Avenue and Hitchcock Road arms of the roundabout
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land for future growth development opportunities
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the bridge design is future proofed for additional rail tracks.
The Manuroa Road level crossing will be removed and replaced with a new walking and cycling bridge. The new connection will make it safer and easier for people to access schools, public transport and local businesses.
Planning work has been underway since 2022 and the land is protected by Designation 1855
The proposed design has been updated to include:
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a walking and cycling bridge with ramps and stairs OR lifts and stairs
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stairs to make it easy for people with bikes
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a new cul-de-sac on the western side of Manuroa Road, large enough to allow a bus to U-turn
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a new cul-de-sac on the eastern side with a new turning area
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the bridge is future-proofed for additional rail tracks and future platform extension at Takaanini Station.
We are proposing two options for Manuroa Road:
Option 1 which is a bridge with ramps and stairs.
Advantages of ramps and stairs:
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reliable, ongoing access
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no break in journey for people on bikes/wheels
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requires minimal maintenance.
Disadvantages of ramps and stairs:
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ramps are long – the bridge needs to be high enough to go over the overhead electrical lines so takes more time and effort and time to get across the bridge
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takes up more land available for future development opportunities.
Option 2 which is a bridge with lifts and stairs.
Advantages of lifts and stairs:
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quicker and more convenient and accessible for those needing mobility assistance
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robust lifts to suit all weather condition
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space for prams, wheelchairs, scooters and bikes
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takes up less land, providing more opportunity for future development opportunities.
Disadvantages of lifts and stairs:
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needs maintenance and may break down (there is a response and maintenance plan for these situations)
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busy periods may bring wait times
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some may feel vulnerable in the confined space.
The level crossing on Taka Street will be removed and replaced with a new vehicle bridge to provide a safer connection and keep traffic, people and trains moving. Planning work has been underway since 2022 and the land is protected by Designation 1855.
Originally the design proposed the bridge to be built directly above the current alignment for Taka Street. Changes have been made to the design so it no longer gets built above the current road alignment, meaning Taka Street can be kept partially open during construction.
The proposed design has been updated to include:
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an alignment change by moving the bridge north. This change means Taka Street can be kept partially open during construction. The new alignment also provides improved access to Takanini Lodge (Care Centre)
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a new vehicle bridge with one vehicle lane in each direction
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separated walking and cycling lanes on both sides of the bridge and pedestrian crossings to provide safer connections
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anti-throw screens to stop anti-social behaviour
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a new bus stop for closer access to Takaanini Station
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the bridge is future-proofed for additional rail tracks.
We are looking at 2 options for Taka Street which will change the way people access Cathay Lane.
Option 1:
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retains a similar, on-road access to Cathay Lane and Takanini Reserve from Taka Street, as there is currently
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has greater impact on Takanini Reserve and Skate Park, including mature trees
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creates a more complex intersection for people accessing Cathay Lane.
Option 2:
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provides access to Cathay Lane via a road that goes under the bridge
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reduces the impact on Takanini Reserve and Skate Park, including mature trees
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more simplified intersection to access Cathay Lane.
The level crossing on Walters Road will be removed and replaced with a vehicle bridge to provide a safer connection and keep traffic, people and trains moving. Planning work has been underway since 2022 and the land is protected by Designation 1854.
The original design for this bridge was proposed to be built close to Walters Road.
The updated design changes the alignment of the bridge away from Walters Road, which means:
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Walters Road can be kept partially open during construction to minimise disruption
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larger areas of land are freed up for commercial redevelopment to help the future growth of Takaanini.
The design has been updated to include:
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a new road bridge will be built with one vehicle lane in each direction
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separated walking and cycling paths on both sides of Walters Road
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widening of the existing shared path on the northern side of Walter Road. This means the mature trees can be retained
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a simplified and safer intersection to Great South Road
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anti-throw screens to discourage anti-social behaviour
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safer connection from Tironui Road into Walters Road
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future-proofed for additional rail tracks.
Timeline
Feedback open on updated bridge designs
Feedback is open on the Takaanini level crossings.
Early or enabling works
This is the first step before main construction begins. It involves investigating the surrounding land to support the new bridge designs.
Walters Road construction
It's proposed that new bridge will be constructed "offline" which means Walters Road can be kept open for some time during construction to minimise disruption.
Manuia Road construction
The construction of the new Manuia Road bridge can be built "offline" which means Manuia Road can be kept open for some time during construction to minimise disruption.
Taka Street construction
It's proposed that new bridge will be constructed "offline" which means Taka Street can be kept open for some time during construction to minimise disruption.
Suggested construction for Spartan Road
Suggested timeline for when works for Spartan Road will take place.
Suggested construction for Manuroa Road
Suggested timeline for when works for Manuroa Road will take place.
Project designs
Give feedback
Drop-in session
- Wednesday, 20 May 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Community pop-up
- Saturday, 23 May 2026
- 10am to 1pm
- Drury School Hall, 23-33 Young Crescent, Drury 2113
Community pop-up
- Sunday, 24 May 2026
- 7am to 12pm
- Manurewa Market, 13 Maich Road Manurewa, 2102
Drop-in session
- Tuesday, 26 May 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Drop-in session
- Thursday, 28 May 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Community pop-up
- Sunday, 31 May 2026
- 11am to 2pm
- Bruce Pulman Park, 90 Walters Road, Takanini
Drop-in session
- Wednesday, 3 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Drop-in session
- Friday, 5 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Drop-in session
- Saturday, 6 June 2026
- 11am to 2pm
- St. Aidan's, 23 Walter Strevens Drive, Conifer Grove, Takaanini
Drop-in session
- Monday, 8 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Drop-in session
- Wednesday, 10 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Community pop-up
- Sunday, 14 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takanini Gurdwara Sri Kalgidhar Sahib, 70 Takanini School Road, Takanini
Drop-in session
- Tuesday, 16 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Drop-in session
- Thursday, 18 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Community pop-up
- Saturday, 20 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Waiata Woolworths
Drop-in session
- Wednesday, 24 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Drop-in session
- Friday, 26 June 2026
- 10am to 2pm
- Takaanini Library and Community Hub
Project background
Learn about the background of this project and the first phase of engagement we did back in September 2025 here: Takaanini level crossings.