Major projects

A number of projects are critical to the success of the strategy. These projects are region-wide. They've been singled out in the preferred option for their significant strategic benefit to Auckland's transport network.

There are four main areas:

Rail priority projects - a number of projects have been identified to electrify and increase frequencies on the rail network. This includes providing a number of additional links to town centres and places where freight and people most need to get to, such as Auckland Airport.

Bus priority projects - additional bus services and infrastructure are needed across the region to service those areas rail doesn't reach. The main solution for increasing the frequency and reliability of bus services is expanding the Rapid Transit Networks and Quality Transit Networks in both east and west Auckland.

Integrated ticketing and fares - with integrated smartcard ticketing, customers will require only one ticket to use the range of bus, train and ferry options in the region. Electronic smartcard tickets will improve journey times, and make it simpler and more attractive to use public transport.

Road priority projects - there are three main projects aimed at connecting the strategic road network: the Western Ring Route, Auckland Manukau Eastern Transport Initiative (AMETI) and improved connection to the airport.