What would Auckland CBD be like in 2035?

The Rugby World Cup 2011 has only just finished and there is already talk of NZ hosting the 2035 tournament (view NZH Herald article here). So this got us thinking, with the 2011 tournament being deemed a success - What would hosting the cup would be like in 2035?

One of the biggest changes we are hoping to see by 2035 will be the introduction of a City Centre Rail Loop.

Proposed City Centre Rail Loop route - taken from the Draft Auckland Plan Executive Summary

Under the Auckland Plan, the loop would link Britomart Station with Aotea Square, K'Road, Mt Eden, Grafton, Newmarket and Parnell. As well as linking Auckland CBD with the Western lines.

We are in support of the City Centre Rail Loop and believe it is a worthwhile investment in Auckland's future.

It is important to give your feedback on the City Centre Rail Loop and other proposed developments such as the expansion of the Ports of Auckland and developments on Wynyard Quarter - Because after all, this will be the Auckland which you do business in, live in and play in.

Feedback on the 4 Auckland Plans is open til 4pm, Monday 31st October 2011.There are three ways you can provide your views

1. Via the We Only Get One Chance website
2. You can provide your feedback direct to Heart of the City by contacting us on (09) 379 8000 or via email info@hotcity.co.nz 
3. Alternatively, you can provide feedback direct to Auckland Council before 4pm, 31 October 2011.

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