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A little milestone passed last week – it was 20 years since we delivered the first Cycle Planning and Design industry training course back on 3 June 2003 in Christchurch! Things have certainly changed a bit in terms of content and delivery since then...
We are excited to welcome Luca Ware and Nick Reid.
2021 is coming to an end. Here at ViaStrada, we know a thing or two about traffic signals. We might not be able to provide much advice on the Government's new use for them, but if you have any other queries about your own signalised intersections and crossings, drop us a line. And compliments of the season to you all and your families.
In October 2021, the Transportation Group and others organised a workshop on decision making and designing for an Age friendly Ōtautahi. Held at Tūranga, ViaStrada's Gemma Dioni presented 8 slides in 8 minutes on age-friendly transport. A huge topic to cover, but some key design considerations and features were provided to the audience to consider so we ensure that we maintain mobility as we age.
Developing appealing and cohesive walking and cycling networks that connect Northland is focus area one in Northland’s Walking and cycling strategy. In order to establish these networks ViaStrada created a planning tool for Far North District Council. Planners, engineers and maintenance staff within council and partner organisations can use this tool for network analysis, prioritisation and engagement.
As part of ViaStrada's work on the Pedestrian Network Guidance, our team refined work originally initiated by Palmerston North City Council into the newly approved Technical Advice Note 21-06 Horizontal geometric design for mobility scooters.
Raised Safety Platforms (RSPs) help manage motor vehicle approach speeds on the approach to intersections. They are specifically designed for motorist comfort when travelling at an appropriate speed and may also serve as a pedestrian crossing facility. As a road safety device, they prevent deaths and serious injuries by achieving negotiation speeds at a survivable level. In case a road user makes a mistake (e.g. violating a red light), others won’t have to pay with their life.
Helen Woodhouse was with ViaStrada from October 2007 to May 2021. And during that long period, her work profile changed completely, from an office administrator to an information designer.
Thanks for your lengthy and valuable service. Everyone has enjoyed working with you, your sense of humour, and your contributions to the team.
What an inspiring conference in Auckland! The theme for the 2021 Transportation Conference is 'Decarbonising Transport'. ViaStrada has contributed two papers, which have both been presented as posters.
A poster presentation and peer-reviewed paper on Cycling Network Guidance updates gives an overview of amendments to the CNG that have been published since January 2020.
We are looking back on a few exhilarating days! The 2WALKandCYCLE Conference last week made sure that walking and cycling becomes everyone’s business. Lots of familiar faces and some new connections. Really interesting conversations, great insights, and a good collection of best practice examples. Once again, we concluded it is all about people and creating safe and supportive environments.
ViaStrada contributed to the programme in several ways.