We asked candidates if they would take the following 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.”
Six of the candidates for Auckland’s mayor have taken the Bikeable Auckland Pledge.
What do Auckland Mayoral candidates say about cycling?
| Jason Pieterse | Kerrin Leoni | Ryan Pausina | |
|---|---|---|---|
| I support increasing cycling and walking’s share of the transport budget to the UN-recommended 20%. | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| I support building a network of cycleways to connect Auckland and filling existing gaps, including a solution for crossing the Harbour | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| I will direct agencies to work together to make streets safe quickly and affordably. | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| I support connecting neighbourhoods to major cycleways, destinations like schools and workplaces, and transport hubs. | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| I support calming traffic around schools, residential areas, and town centres to create people-friendly spaces. | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| I will work to ensure new Safety Plans are in place quickly so children and adults can walk and bike safely. | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| I support following the Transport Emissions Reduction Pathway (TERP) to significantly cut transport emissions by promoting walking, cycling and public transport. | Agree | Agree | Agree |
| Rob McNeil | Peter Wakeman | Denise Widdison | Eric Chuah | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I support increasing cycling and walking’s share of the transport budget to the UN-recommended 20%. | Partially agree | Partially agree | Partially agree | Partially agree |
| I support building a network of cycleways to connect Auckland and filling existing gaps, including a solution for crossing the Harbour | Agree | Agree | Partially agree | Partially agree |
| I will direct agencies to work together to make streets safe quickly and affordably. | Agree | Partially agree | Partially agree | Partially agree |
| I support connecting neighbourhoods to major cycleways, destinations like schools and workplaces, and transport hubs. | Agree | Partially agree | Partially agree | Partially agree |
| I support calming traffic around schools, residential areas, and town centres to create people-friendly spaces. | Agree | Agree | Partially agree | Partially agree |
| I will work to ensure new Safety Plans are in place quickly so children and adults can walk and bike safely. | Agree | Partially agree | Partially agree | Agree |
| I support following the Transport Emissions Reduction Pathway (TERP) to significantly cut transport emissions by promoting walking, cycling and public transport. | Agree | Partially agree | Agree | Partially agree |
Peter Wakeman
“It’s subject to the Central Government coming up with debt free money in order to be able to meet infrastructure building costs and not having unlimited immigration.”
Eric Chuah
“The Policy I have suggested is known as ‘Contextual Accelerated Plan’ (Stuff New), where in local wards & boards decide on whether to ‘build 15 story flats’. For example, in locations where there are high population density and little surrounding space then you build upwards, but there must ‘urban green spaces’ similar to Singapore’s to minimize excessive heat during warmer months. My experience previously living in Auckland CBD (Inner city) speaks for itself where it is much warmer than in North Shore, where I am running for Kaipatiki Board & North shore Ward.”
What do Local Board and Ward candidates think about cycling?
You can find out which Local Board and Ward candidates have taken the Bikeable Auckland pledge here.
Now you’re ready to vote for a Bikeable Auckland – here’s how to vote
You can make your vote by…
– posting it in any New Zealand Post box, before Tuesday 7 October 2025.
– dropping it in one of the orange vote boxes before 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025. These boxes are available in all council libraries and selected supermarkets, retailers and transport stations.
For other key dates and important information about voting, visit: voteauckland.co.nz
Sign up for SMS reminders here. These handy reminders tell you everything you need to know.
What else can you do to support a Bikeable Auckland these elections?
Check out our list of suggestions, big and small!
From asking transport questions at Meet the Candidate events, to hosting a group ride to the vote box, you can make a difference.
