Auckland Transport said the move would create a useful cycling route on some of the city's quieter streets, adding to the growing network of routes downtown. Cities like Paris and London have successfully introduced two-way cycling on their one-way streets," she said. The shared spaces are great places to cycle, the low volume of traffic and low vehicle speeds create a safe environment for cycling. "The streets are close to each other, creating another safe cycle corridor for the growing number of people cycling in the area. Cycling and Walking Manager Kathryn King said the initiative was starting with the shared spaces on Fort Lane, Jean Batten Place and O'Connell St, but planned to roll it out on other appropriate one-way streets around Auckland.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 28, 2016 01:52 UTC