Better ferry service

With the recent rise in fares for the Gulf Harbour ferry, there is increasing pressure for a better service.

Last month Karthiga Kanesha, who travels to and from work on the Gulf Harbour ferry every day, started a petition asking Auckland Transport and Fullers for improved service.

Among the issues she has raised in the petition is unreliable communication about whether or not the ferries are running; the state of the ferries’ maintenance and the need for bigger and more reliable boats.

She is also promoting the need for a more regular ferry schedule including weekend sailings. Her petition has more than 800 signatures and will remain on www.change.org until it gains 1000.