Maru | Streets for People Wainuiomata Schools Connections

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Consultation has concluded, we are analysing the results and will inform on any changes to the semi-permanent installation.

Maru in Te Reo Māori is a term expressing protection. The Maru | Streets for People project aims to make it feel safer, more inviting and accessible for residents of all ages to walk, skate, scooter or bike through the area and to spend time in public spaces. Fewer car trips reduces congestion and the cost of travel, helps our tamariki and kaumatua be independent and improves the health of our people and our planet.

Semi-permanent Design

This project has been about adaptability and trialling changes from the beginning, and those trials have led us to the semi-permanent design currently in place. By being semi-permanent, even now it's still open to change if needed. So please let us know what is and isn't working about the design, especially any safety issues or concerns you have. We'll analyse all your feedback as it comes in, seeing if any issues are identified, and making changes as necessary.

Maru in Te Reo Māori is a term expressing protection. The Maru | Streets for People project aims to make it feel safer, more inviting and accessible for residents of all ages to walk, skate, scooter or bike through the area and to spend time in public spaces. Fewer car trips reduces congestion and the cost of travel, helps our tamariki and kaumatua be independent and improves the health of our people and our planet.

Semi-permanent Design

This project has been about adaptability and trialling changes from the beginning, and those trials have led us to the semi-permanent design currently in place. By being semi-permanent, even now it's still open to change if needed. So please let us know what is and isn't working about the design, especially any safety issues or concerns you have. We'll analyse all your feedback as it comes in, seeing if any issues are identified, and making changes as necessary.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Feedback on semi-permanent design

    Creating safer streets for people.


    The goal of the Maru | Streets for People – Wainuiomata School Connections project is to make it safer and more enjoyable for residents of all ages to walk, skate, scooter or bike to school, work and town, and to spend time in public spaces.


    Based on feedback from October 2023 we found that the majority of users and residents were in favour of the semi-permanent designs that seek to improve the safety and accessibility of people moving through the area by feet or small wheels. We made some small tweaks to the design and now we want to hear your feedback on the impact the new semi-permanent design has had in the area. The key features are outlined below and more information can be found on our website.


    Key features:

    • A blue lines clearway along the south side of Konini Street, restricting parking during peak times of school drop-off and pick-up.

    • Some parking removed, to increase visibility of/for pedestrians and reduce congestion.

    • Tightening of intersections to reduce crossing distance for pedestrians and slow traffic down.

    • Adding chicanes on Totara Street to reduce speeds.

    • Adding raised courtesy crossings near laneways on Totara Street, Karamu Street and Hinau Grove to indicate safe points to cross the road.

    • Seating and drop-off/pick-up point at the end of Rata Street.


    The semi-permanent design will be in place for the next few years as we work towards a permanent design for the area. We want to hear how these changes are working for you, as we can make adjustments and plan future changes in response to your feedback.


    All survey respondents will have the chance to win a $100 Countdown voucher.


    The survey will close on 14 March 2024. All responses will remain anonymous, and any feedback provided will be used for this project only.

    Please refer to our privacy statement.


    If you have any questions or would like to discuss accessibility options, please email wainuistreets@huttcity.govt.nz or phone 04 570 6666.

    Consultation has concluded, we are analysing the results and will inform on any changes to the semi-permanent installation.
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