Auckland

Auckland Airport is the major connection between the world and “the land of the long white cloud”.
It is where New Zealand touches the world – welcoming visitors and farewelling friends.
Auckland International Airport Limited (Auckland Airport) was formed in 1988, when the New Zealand Government corporatised the management of Auckland International Airport. In 1998, the Government sold down its shareholding, and Auckland Airport became the fifth airport company in the world to be publicly listed.
Today, Auckland Airport has been voted as one of the 10 best airports in the world two years in a row, and is a major driver of the economy. Auckland Airport generates billions of dollars for the economy, creating thousands of jobs, and making a vital contribution to New Zealand trade and tourism by strengthening connections with the world.
Over 70 per cent of visitors enter or leave New Zealand via Auckland Airport, which handles over 13 million passengers a year. More than 20 international airlines serve Auckland Airport, Australasia’s second busiest international airport, after Sydney.
As New Zealand’s major transport hub, Auckland Airport is investing in an airport and traveller experience that all New Zealanders can be proud of.
Auckland Airport is continually developing the capacity and services to ensure it will sustainably cope with an anticipated 24 million passengers a year by 2025, reflecting New Zealand’s growing popularity as one of the world’s leading tourism destinations.

Meet some everyday Aucklanders who just happen to ride a bike. Hear what they love about riding and the type of cycling they do. Watch the whole series of videos to hear their tips and tricks for cycling in Auckland.

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Auckland has some great off-road cycle paths that are just waiting for you to explore. Imogen and Oliver share their thoughts about the Waikaraka Cycleway in Onehunga, Wayne and Ping tell you about the Halfmoon Bay pathway, Rachel explores the Project Twin Streams route in Henderson and Gary and Matty talk about the Devonport Green route.

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Watch Kris, a trained cycle instructor demonstrate basic tips for beginners for riding on the road. Kris demonstrates correct road positioning, passing parked cars and keeping alert.

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Knowing how to look after your bike properly may be a bit daunting, but our everyday cyclists tell you what they do to keep their bikes in safe working condition. Kris also shows you a 4-point safety check you can perform before every ride.

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With so many bikes on the market, it’s difficult to know which bike to choose. Our everyday cyclists tell you about their particular bike, and why they ride it.

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There is a huge range of cycle gear and equipment available. Let our everyday cyclists show you what they take with them when they ride.

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Cycling is more enjoyable when you feel confident on your bike. Hear what our everyday cyclists do to ensure they feel confident and enjoy their ride.

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Watch Kris as he negotiates basic intersections. Kris demonstrates and describes road positioning and signalling for making left and right turns.

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Hum is an exciting Social Enterprise which is focused on the Stakeholder rather than the Shareholder. It holds to the fact that a business can be more successful by focusing on people above profit. Falling Apple Charitable Trust, an arm of the business, is restoring the Derelict Heritage Villa at 123 Grafton Road using Sponsorship, Donations and Money from the Hum Hut Coffee Shop. The Villa will hold a Restaurant, Café and Deli with Local Organic and Sustainable fare and will be a Music, Arts and Free-media centre under the name ‘Hum’. The business will be brought into fruition with the help of volunteers and those passionate about what Hum is building.