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A recent report by Auckland Transport (AT) highlights a shortage of available parking spaces in the Ōrewa Town Centre, particularly during peak hours.
According to AT Group Manager of Parking Services, John Strawbridge, there are about 600 public parking spaces available around the immediate town centre. These include a mixture of timed, off-street, and unrestricted parking.
“While there are more than 250 short-term parking spaces in the town centre, the report found that there is little parking availability in the central town centre at peak times,” Strawbridge says.
AT’s study showed most parking spaces stay full throughout the day during the week and weekends, making it difficult for people to shop or visit local businesses. The report also revealed many people overstay their allotted parking times.
“There is no formal proposal setting out a plan for paid parking at this stage. We are simply concluding our assessment of the parking situation and setting out what we recommend happens next to support businesses in the town centre,” Strawbridge says.
AT says any proposed changes will first be discussed with the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board for their feedback before it is open for public feedback.
