Exciting Updates on the Twin Coast Cycleway Project We are thrilled to share some significant progress and updates on the Pou Herenga Tai – Twin Coast Cycle Trail project, developing a new cycle trail alongside the train in the rail corridor between Taumārere and Ōpua. Our aim is to enhance our community’s connectivity and visitor […]
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The Twin Coast Cycle Trail is more than beautiful scenery, more than an easy two-day ride, and more than an environmentally friendly tourism product. It is an authentic connection between our Far North communities, a glimpse into a rich cultural history, and an introduction to some lovely people! One of those lovely people is –
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The Cycle Trail Trust needs to complete some urgent maintenance work during the quieter winter months in preparation for the busier summer months. Contractors are getting ready to carry out some major maintenance in June. If you are planning a trip along the trail this month, please read on for the maintenance details so you
Temporary closure for winter maintenance Read More »
Work is underway to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians on the junction of Opua’s Franklin Street, English Bay Road, Oromahoe Road, and State Highway 11. A 60km/h speed limit has been introduced, as well as electronic safety signs that can be activated by cyclists and pedestrians. Schools and the wider community are being advised
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**UPDATE: Project has been slightly delayed and work is now due to start Sunday 19 November.** Works to make State Highway 11 safer for pedestrians and cyclists to cross the road between the intersections of the highway with Oromahoe Road and Franklin Street are about to start. The works will include lowering the legal speed
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29 October 2023 marks 100 years since the official opening of the Ōkaihau Railway Branch. The final stage of the link opened on October 29, 1923. A group of passionate locals from the Ōkaihau community have developed a railway-themed rest area along Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail to commemorate this significant event. The
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We were supposed to be in Italy. Pigging out on pizza and tortellini while overlooking a Venetian canal. Then Austria was on the cards – our friends have built a forever home in the mountains in a postcard-perfect ski resort town. But looking at the breathtaking views of the Ōpua harbour in the Bay of
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