Getting There - On Foot, By Cycle - Priorities for Action
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A strategy to advance walking and cycling in New Zealand transport
February 2005
Work in four interrelated areas will be required to achieve the goals and vision set out in this Strategy. For each of these focus areas, priorities for action have been identified - a total of ten in all.
For ease of identification, each priority has been assigned a number, but these do not reflect importance or provide an order for implementation. Rather, each priority represents an important 'piece of the puzzle, and work will be required across the priorities. At a national level, regular implementation plans will be used to identify and prioritise specific actions that will be taken to achieve progress against each priority and across the four focus areas.
FOCUS ONE. Strengthening foundations for effective action
Priorities for action
- Encourage action for walking and cycling within an integrated, sustainable approach to land transport
- Expand our knowledge and skill base to address walking and cycling
- Encourage collaboration and co-ordination of efforts for walking and cycling
Early work in this area will support and inform work across all strategy areas.
FOCUS TWO. Providing supportive environments and systems
Priorities for action
- Encourage land use, planning and design that supports walking and cycling
- Provide supportive environments for walking and cycling in existing communities
- Improve networks for long-distance cycling
FOCUS THREE. Influencing individual travel choices
Priorities for action
- Encourage positive attitudes towards and perceptions of walking and cycling as modes of transport
- Encourage and support individuals in changing their travel choices
FOCUS FOUR. Improving safety and security
Priorities for action
- Improve road safety for pedestrians and cyclists
- Address crime and personal security concerns around walking and cycling
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