A route on the seaward side of the rail line is the best way for cyclists and walkers to get between Petone and Wellington, say cyclists.
Cycle Aware Wellington spokesperson Alastair Smith says, "We welcome initiatives from Transit NZ and local authorities to address the immediate problems but a long-term solution is needed."
"As fuel prices rise, more cyclists want to commute between the Hutt and Wellington, but are discouraged by the lack of a safe route."
A seaside route would be a vital link in the Great Harbour Way - a proposed cycling and walking route around Wellington harbour (www.greatharbourway.org.nz).
Few opportunities exist in the world to safely walk or cycle the entire coastline of a major city harbour.
"A continuous, safe, signposted walkway and cycleway around the whole coastline of Wellington Harbour would benefit not only cyclists and walkers, but also be major tourist attraction," says Mr Smith.
A conceptual image of the seaside route is here: http://tinyurl.com/6ncl4w
Contact Alastair Smith, Cycle Aware Wellington, tel 021-036-4443 or 463-5785.
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Cycle Aware Wellington (CAW) is a voluntary, not-for-profit organisation aimed at improving conditions for cyclists and encouraging more people to bike more often. CAW is Wellington's advocacy group for cyclists, with more than 100 members and 700 people we are in regular contact with. CAW represents people who use their bikes as a means of transport.