Outcome Two: Transport
Tūnuku
Our transport system is low-emission and better connected | He tukuwaro-iti tō mātou pūnaha waka, he pai ake hoki te honoka
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Key
2022-2025Year of deliveryAdaptationMitigationBiodiversity and sequestrationOur transport network is low-emission2.1
Collaborate with Otago Regional Council and Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency to plan and implement a local public transport system that is frequent, affordable, and meets the needs of local communities, comprising:
UPDATEUpdate
13 December 2023> The Business Case is underway with collaborative input from all partners.
> We have seen a shift on bus patronage levels, which is now well above pre-covid levels. QLDC are continuing to advocate for a further increase in both coverage and frequency to meet levels of service for users in the district.
> Through collaboration with Otago Regional Council and Waka Kotahi, QLDC have installed/upgraded 20 bus stops.
> A second Community Shuttle Trial was completed.
2022-20252.1a
Advocate for increased public transport frequency, coverage, and facilities in Whakatipu as part of Otago Regional Council’s Public Transport Business Case (2022).
COMPLETE2.1b
Require only zero-emissions public transport buses to be purchased by 2025 (National ERP7 action 10.3.2).
2022-20252.1c
Promote public transport in QLDC master planning and business cases, including the Wānaka Network Optimisation Business Case (2022-23).
2023-20242.1d
Work with Waka Kotahi and Otago Regional Council to improve public transport infrastructure and services in the Whakatipu. This includes adding and upgrading bus shelters, improving Frankton transport hub, upgrading lighting and cycle facilities, and improving bus frequency and accessibility (2021-2027).
2024-20252.1e
Support local organisations to run public transport trials in the Upper Clutha (2022 – 2027).
COMPLETE2.1f
Identify and advocate for public transport connections within our wider region (2024 – 2027).
2022-20252.2
Increase investment in active travel networks and infrastructure, including improved access to public transport hubs, schools, and other popular destinations across the district.
UPDATEUpdate
14 December 2023There are a number of different projects occurring across the district. The summary below is a snapshot of recent projects:
> Completion of Anderson Road cycle path
> Wānaka Pool to Schools
> Arrowtown to Arthurs Point cycle path
2022-20252.3
Provide accessible cycle and secure cycle and micro-mobility parking in town centres.
UPDATEUpdate
17 December 2023> The recent town centre street upgrades project has included the installation of bike racks.
> QLDC are continuing the Beam e-Scooter trial and are looking to expand parking locations onto public land in Queenstown & Frankton.
2022-20252.4
Identify, prioritise, and improve road crossings for pedestrians, particularly in areas of high exposure to traffic, long waits at signals or significant distances between controlled crossing points.
UPDATEUpdate
17 December 2023> Several intersections across the district will have improved pedestrian safety. This work has been completed at Hawthorne Drive/Red Oaks and Hawthorne Drive/Cherry Blossom.
> Two mew pedestrian signal crossings have been installed and commissioned in Wānaka at Ballantyne Road and Aubrey Road.
> QLDC are currently working on programmes to develop pedestrian safety through long term planning as part of the Road to Zero Programme.
2022-20252.5
Develop a plan to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the district. Incentivise electric vehicle uptake (e.g. dedicated parking) through the District-wide Parking Strategy and Comprehensive Management Plans.
UPDATEUpdate
17 December 2023> The district wide parking management strategy is currently out for consultation. The strategy will consider how to manage EV parking and associated EV Charging infrastructure.
> Negotiations are continuing with Meridian Energy to provide destination chargers in Queenstown, Arrowtown and Wānaka.2022-20252.6
QLDC expects the Queenstown Airport Corporation to action the following as defined by QAC Statement of Intent:
UPDATEUpdate
23 January 2024Update Statement from QAC:
> QAC has developed an emissions reduction plan with a 2030 target set in accordance with the UNEP recommendations to reduce absolute emissions by 7.6% annually, aligned with a 1.5˚C climate warming pathway.> QAC has begun implementing the emission reduction plan, launching a vast number of different initiatives.
> QAC is an active member of NZ Airports Association (NZAA) and the company's CEO sits on its board of directors. The airport is also represented on the NZAA sustainability working group which is the key collective conduit to government on issues relating to sustainability and aviation emissions. QAC also actively engages with central government on proposed policy changes as they affect the future of aviation and clean energy deployment, having recently submitted on the proposed changes to the National Policy Statements on Renewable Energy Generation and Electricity Transmission.
> Enabling the decarbonisation of aviation is a key feature of QAC planning. Similar to above, QAC is actively working with airline customers to explore decarbonisation opportunities. See their Emissions Roadmap for further detail.
2022-20252.6a
Develop an emissions reduction plan to reduce its organisational greenhouse gas emissions in line with a 1.5°C science-based target (2022-23).
COMPLETE2.6b
Implement the emissions reduction plan and report on progress annually.
2023-20252.6c
Advocate to government for sustainable aviation emissions reduction strategies.
2022-20252.6d
Work collaboratively with the aero industry and airlines to maximise the opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint associated with flying into and out of the district.
2022-2025We work together to change the way we travel2.7
Reduce car use and encourage uptake of other transport options through the ‘Traffic Demand Management’ initiative. This will include:
UPDATEUpdate
17 December 2023> QLDC received the Better off funding from central government to enable implementation of the business case outcomes.
> Development of Parking Management Plans for Queenstown, Frankton and Wanaka has begun.
> Carpool permit scheme relaunched Dec 2022 and will be reviewed as part of the travel demand management business case.> QLDC has worked closely with Way to Go (W2G) partners to develop a comprehensive Travel Demand Management (TDM) Programme and present a Single Stage Business Case (SSBC) to the Infrastructure Committee on 27 February 2024. The SSBC outlines four focus areas and a series of activity bundles to help manage demand on the transportation network by making sure new and existing developments are designed to both reduce the need to travel, and make it easier for new residents, tenants, employees and visitors to adopt sustainable travel modes such as public transport, walking and cycling.”
2022-20252.7a
Behaviour change initiatives.
2022-20252.7b
Comprehensive Parking Management Plans.
2022-20252.7c
Promoting cycle and micro-mobility parking.
2022-20252.7d
Review of the car-pooling scheme, including providing priority parking and priority lanes.
2022-20252.8
Partner with local organisations to promote active travel and public transport.
UPDATEUpdate
17 December 2023> Council entered into MOU with BEAM. The trial is ongoing with no issues so far.
> Outcomes from Travel Demand Management business case to provide likely innovations and shared transport solutions i.e. carpooling app.2022-20252.8a
Implement active transport plans around schools (National ERP8 action 10.12E).
2023-20252.8b
Support local organisations, businesses, and communities to develop their own low emission travel plans.
2022-20252.9
Partner with businesses to deliver active travel and shared transport solutions and innovations, such as community bike or car-share schemes.
Update in progress
2023-20252.10
Partner with the Government to deliver a light vehicle usage reduction programme in Queenstown (contingent on Central Government funding of National ERP action 10.1.2A).
UPDATEUpdate
15 January 2024This action is on-hold until further direction has been received about the new Government's commitment to the Vehicle Kilometres Travelled (VKT) reduction targets.
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More Outcomes
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1. Leadership
QLDC demonstrates ambitious climate leadership
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3. Built
Our built environment is low-emission and resilient
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4. Communities
Our communities are low-emission and resilient
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5. Business
Low-emission businesses thrive
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6. Environment
A flourishing natural environment
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