Forty candidates vying for leadership roles in Auckland’s upcoming local elections have pledged to prioritise the creation of a safe, connected cycling network across the region. The commitment comes through the Bikeable Auckland Pledge, an initiative led by community organisation Bike Auckland.

Among the signatories are four mayoral candidates, signalling strong cross-sector support for transforming Auckland’s transport landscape. The full list of candidates who have taken the pledge is available on Bike Auckland’s website, along with the candidates’ detailed commitments on active transport.

Bike Auckland Chair Karen Hormann says the pledge marks a turning point:

“It shows Auckland is on an unstoppable course to giving residents the transport choice they've been asking for for decades. We look forward to working with the newly elected Council and Local Boards to make it happen.”

The pledge gains particular relevance as transport decision-making shifts from Auckland Transport toward Council and Local Boards, giving communities greater influence over local infrastructure priorities.

Bike Auckland encourages voters to consider candidates’ positions on active transport when heading to the polls, and to support those committed to building a healthier, more connected Auckland.

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