17 Aug 2023

Safe cycling proposal divides opinion in New Plymouth

From Morning Report, 8:51 am on 17 August 2023

A proposal for $17 million worth of safe walking and cycling routes in New Plymouth is dividing the city.

Schools say dedicated cycle lanes will improve children's safety, but businesses fear loss of carparks will threaten their viability, and some cyclists question the need for protected bike lanes.

Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more.