Katikati's Newest Shared Path

Hey Katikati, your new accessible and all-weather shared path is coming!

Work on the new 1.2km pathway, connecting the Yeoman Bridge to Park Road Reserve started Monday 27 March 2023.

Once complete, it will provide a safe and picturesque 2.5m wide trail for walkers, runners, e-scooters, wheelchair users and mobility scooter riders.

The shared path is expected be complete by July 2023 (weather dependent). Please note, there are some delays currently due to wet weather (11 May).

Why are we doing this?

Paths like this allow users to get to where they need to go easily, whether for work or recreation.
It also gives opportunity for much-needed fresh air and exercise, as well as giving people a sense of independence, connectivity, and community - so it’s important we continue to expand our walking and cycling network.
This is already a well-used grass trail, but it tends to get soggy in winter, so we want to provide a path for people of all abilities to enjoy year-round.

As far as the path alignment goes, we’ll be generally following the alignment identified in the original feasibility study (see below). There will be signage along the pathway showing the alignment of each section.
The path itself will be tinted with a black oxide additive to blend in more closely with the natural environment, as well as being the most cost-effective colour option. The final colour will be very similar to the existing esplanade concrete path section between the end of Park Rd Reserve and Irwin Court.

Access to sections along the esplanade reserve will be unavailable at various times. Please check the signs on the temporary fencing to see if you can pass through safely or need to follow a recommended detour.

This project has been on the cards since 2018 when it was included in the adopted Kaitkati-Waihī Beach Reserve Management Plan. Funding has been allocated through the Long-Term Plan 2021-31 process.