⚠️Bradbury Road speed calming construction begins soon
Local residents and the Howick Local Board asked Auckland Transport to look into making Bradbury Road safer.
There’s a history of drivers travelling above the speed limit, particularly during morning and afternoon peaks, as Bradbury Road is commonly used as a shortcut to access other main roads in the area.
To improve safety for drivers and the community, speed cushions will be installed at five locations along Bradbury Road together with side islands. See the image for an example of what this will look like.
Speed cushions are cheaper than a normal speed bump, don't impact larger vehicles like buses or smaller ones like bikes, and allow for stormwater to flow. They're not pedestrian crossing points - studies showed there was low demand for crossings along the road.
🚧Installing speed cushions and side islands outside number 31, 73, 101, 131 and 159 Bradbury Road.
🚧Repainting the existing bus stops on Bradbury Road.
🚧 Painting new road markings and installing new signage to support the changes. No stopping at all times (broken yellow) lines will be painted at the bus stops except for 131 Bradbury Road (which already has them).
Works are planned to start on Monday 11 July and continue through to 31 July (as required). Construction will happen overnight to reduce the impact on traffic and is weather dependent.
Bradbury Road will be closed overnight during the works. If you live along this road, traffic controllers on site will help you access your property. Detours will be in place to redirect traffic around the work sites.
On-street parking will be limited. You may need to either park on your property or on a side road and walk to your property.
Works will create noise and vibration; the contractor will do their best to keep noise levels down.
You can find more about the project here: https://haveyoursay.at.govt.nz/bradbury-road-speed-calming