Te Mahia Station access bridge

We heard it makes sense to remove the level crossing and replace it with a pedestrian bridge. We also heard that the new bridge should be fully accessible, safe and connected.

Concerns were raised about anti-social behaviour and personal safety at this station. In particular, the possibility of people throwing items off the bridge onto the platform or neighbouring properties.

We also heard that it can be difficult to access the station for people needing to be dropped off from Great South Road, along with the need to focus on safety improvements along the Ferguson Street accessway.

Other feedback made comments about graffiti and planting within the plaza area of the station (along Great South Road).

The idea of incorporating more artwork and beautification at Te Mahia Station was raised by several community members. Suggestions included adding a mural or a piece of cultural artwork to enhance the space. People also noted that such features could help deter graffiti and contribute to a more welcoming and well-maintained environment.

We explored opportunities for mahi toi (cultural artwork) at the station in partnership with mana whenua. While they chose not to pursue this at this time, we remain open to future collaboration when the time is right.

During the consultation, we:

• delivered 11,926 flyers
• had face to face conversations with the occupants of 12 surrounding properties
• held 4 customer engagement sessions at Te Mahia Station
• held 2 engagement events with about 40 people in person (about both Te Mahia and Takaanini stations)
• held stakeholder presentations
• engaged with Manurewa Local Board and Ward Councillors
• engaged with mana whenua
• engaged with the Capital Projects Accessibility Group (CPAG)
• engaged with one school
• received and analysed 165 insights (36 responses to our Have Your Say webpage).

Most feedback we received was consistent with the project delivery goals

Lifts will be installed with a regular maintenance schedule and operational procedure in place for any breakdowns. An alternative accessible exit will be available during emergency situations.

Lifts will have capacity for 26 people. Prams, e-bikes, courier bikes, wheelchairs and mobility scooters can comfortably use these.

The bridge will be constructed from concrete and provide stair and lift access, non-slip surfaces and design standard tactiles for low vision customers.

The width of the stairs and bridge is confirmed to be 2.5m, allowing space for people to pass and travel in both directions.

Well-designed bike access ramps on stairs will be 180mm in width (wide enough for all bike tires) and designed with space away from handrails.

The design of the pedestrian bridge will be future proofed to allow for the fourth tracking of the southern rail line and for e-gates to be introduced in the future.

Lighting and security (including CCTV), emergency alarm help points, and lighting on and around the pedestrian bridge are all included in the design and will be confirmed before construction.

Clear wayfinding signage will be included to help people navigate the area.

Changes we're making because of the feedback

We listened to your feedback and we will:

• add anti-climb, throw and jump screens as a core safety feature in the final design
• confirm that safety improvements for the Ferguson Street accessway will be made
• include weather protection such as canopies in the final design.

How we're addressing other feedback we heard

The following investigations and designs are underway through the First and Final Leg (FFL) and Public Transport Safety and Amenity (PTSA) programmes:

• reviewing drop-off and pick-up areas
• investigating more secure bike storage at the station (and more broadly across Auckland)
• reviewing whether more AT HOP card readers or gate lines are needed.

In May 2025 we shared our preferred design with customers, the community, and stakeholders. We asked for feedback to ensure this new infrastructure will tie in with the existing community and village.

Specifically, we asked for feedback on:

• access and connection
• safety
• bike facilities
• any other local insights.

To see the page we used to engage with the community, go to Safer access to Takaanini Station is coming (opens in a new tab).