Are you ready for the racing this week?

Latest update from WQ TMA 14.12.2020

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW TO BE READY FOR AC36
Racing starts 17 - 20 Dec 2020
Read below for all the details you need to be race ready

Free public transport - yippee!  
 
Auckland Transport will be offering FREE public transport on Friday 18th December from 4pm and all day on Saturday 19th December. 
Ditch the car and take a free ride!  
Some exclusions apply see below for full details.  

Full details & exclusions here

AC36 racing 17 - 20 December  
 
With the first races just days away make sure you know what is planned for Wynyard Quarter.  There will be road closures and areas of restricted access. Some on parking won't be available. You may wish to consider changing your start time at work so you can soak up the vibe after a hard day in the office. Check out the public transport options. For all you need to know click below.

Road and parking restrictions for AC36

Changes to buses in Wynyard Quarter 
 
There are plans to change bus routes, and bus stops in Wynyard Quarter as well as increasing the frequency of some services.  Make sure you know what is happening to your bus services.  
Plan ahead and enjoy the racing!   

For more info on buses here

 
Changes to ferries 
 
Racing on the Waitemata Harbour will mean some changes, increased travel times or cancellations to some ferry services between Thursday 17th and Sunday 20th December. Check out the link below for more details.

More info on ferry changes here

Check out the Race Village
 
Open from 15th December until the end of March (closed Christmas Day only).  The village operates from 9am until 11pm on racing days and from 10am until 10pm on non racing days. On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve opening times slightly differ (24/12 10am - 6 pm, 31/12 10 am until 1/1 at 1 am) . Big screens and official merchandise it is a great place to be part of the action.

Check out all the info on Race Village here

Valet parking for bikes and scooters 
 
Free valet bike and e-scooter parking will be available on race days from 2pm to 8pm at the Jellico Street carpark and Hobson Street overbridge. Pop along and staff will look after your bike while you check out the action on the water. Maps of recommended rides, information and support for people on wheels will be available. 
Outside of key race times, bike and e-scooter parking (not a valet service) will still be available..   

Check out the map now

Auckland at level 1
 
Alert Level 1 means that the disease is contained.  We all must practice good hygiene and keep a track of where we have been.  Download the NZ Covid tracer app on your phone. The app now has Bluetooth capability, so you can be quickly contacted if someone around you has tested positive. The race village will have QR codes, please remember to always sign in. 
All passengers, over 12 years old, must wear face coverings on all public transport.   
If you are feeling sick or unwell stay at home.  

Unite against Covid 19

Keep up to date with AT mobile 
 
AT Mobile will help you track journeys by bus, train, ferry, by bike or on foot.  It will also have all the latest updates during AC36.  Live departure boards show you know when the next bus is coming.  Journey planning online will save you time.  Plan your journey by bike or walking - all done for you on the app.  Check your HOP card balance too.
There are also disruption alerts and information. 
So if you need to keep up to speed with all things transport download the app now. 
 

More info on AT Mobile here

Keep up to date by viewing the news and info section of the TMA website. 
Got something you want to share? Email us transportwq@yahoo.co.nz
 