If elected to represent Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa ward, I, Julie Fairey, pledge:
I believe people of all ages should feel able to bike safely to get around. Auckland needs more climate-friendly transport to ensure a sustainable and resilient Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, protecting our environment and communities for future generations. If elected, I commit to making a safe, connected cycle network a priority.
Comments
I aim to cycle as a means of transport when I can. I have a delightful e bike that helps a lot. Unfortunately I am a wimp about the weather (cold, wind and rain). But more unfortunately I am recovering from breaking my leg when a driver crashed into me while I was biking to work a wee while ago and it will be quite some time yet before I can ride again. Nonetheless I’ve provided a pic with bike I hope that’s ok!
I really hope we can change the way kids get to school in a generation. I see that as a real gateway to more people cycling, walking and using public transport – not just kids but also the adults who otherwise often start their work day driving as a default. That means we need safe infrastructure and networks that help parents see cycling and walking as viable options. And as a parent it is so freeing in the morning and after school if your kids can travel independently! Looking forward to working on this more if I’m in a position to do so next term 🙂
Detailed commitments
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- Agree – I support increasing cycling and walking’s share of the transport budget to the UN-recommended 20%.
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- Agree – I support building cycleways to connect Auckland and fill existing gaps, including crossing the Harbour.
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- Agree – I believe cycleways can be delivered affordably and quickly.
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- Agree – I support connecting neighbourhoods to major cycleways, destinations like schools and workplaces, and transport hubs through supportive Local Board funding.
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- Agree – I support calming traffic around schools and residential areas to create people-friendly spaces.
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- Agree – I will work to ensure new Safety Plans are in place quickly so children and adults can walk and bike safely.
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- Agree – I support following the Transport Emissions Reduction Pathway (TERP) to significantly cut transport emissions by promoting walking and cycling.
And find out which other candidates have taken the Bikeable Auckland pledge.
