Pedestrianisation: Are We Reading From the Same Page? Perspective From Key Stakeholders in Takapuna, Auckland

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aut.relation.endpage30
aut.relation.pages15
aut.relation.startpage16
aut.relation.volume1
aut.researcherWooller, Leslie Ann
dc.contributor.authorWooller, L
dc.contributor.authorBadland, H
dc.contributor.authorSchofield, G
dc.date.accessioned2012-11-27T22:26:07Z
dc.date.available2012-11-27T22:26:07Z
dc.date.copyright2012
dc.date.issued2012
dc.description.abstractTransforming car-oriented streets into functional public spaces and pedestrianised environments has the potential to create environments that support active transport (e.g. walking and cycling), social interaction, and economic development. In the face of built environment characteristics, individual perceptions play a vital role in travel behaviour, spend characteristics, and social cohesion. This study investigates the perceived benefits of pedestrianising a shopping precinct in Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine stakeholders across three groups: shoppers, retailers, and local government. Shoppers and retailers perceived pedestrianisation schemes as a way of improving: aesthetics; connectivity and accessibility; safety; public transport infrastructure, and walking and cycling levels within the area. Retailers were also concerned about the impact of short-term construction on revenue. Local government respondents realised the potential of pedestrianising the site to improve existing infrastructure and become more economically competitive with other nearby retail options. All stakeholders recognised the importance and benefit of securing collaborative input into urban regeneration schemes. Any urban regeneration developments must be considered within a long-term cohesive strategic framework. Overall perceptions of pedestrianising Takapuna were seen as positive across all groups, and seen as being able to make improvements across multiple areas including further supporting business development.
dc.identifier.citationGraduate Journal of Sport, Exercise & Physical Education Research, vol.1, pp.16 - 30 (15)
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10292/4785
dc.publisherUniversity of Worcester
dc.relation.urihttp://www.worcester.ac.uk/gjseper/639.htm
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dc.titlePedestrianisation: Are We Reading From the Same Page? Perspective From Key Stakeholders in Takapuna, Auckland
dc.typeJournal Article
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