VISION 2035
Why world-leading?
Because anything else just isn’t good enough.
For the journey ahead, we need bold action and an ambitious vision.
World-leading means an integrated network that connects work, school, play—and everything in between. From the classroom to the boardroom, the ski field to your favourite downhill drop, every destination needs to link up.
We’ll know we’ve made it when people can choose to live car-free in our urban centres. This isn’t a war on cars—it’s about embracing what’s next, not clinging to the past.
Lightfoot is here to help you make the shift—we’re working with individuals, communities and businesses to change how we move.
It’s about safer, healthier, more connected communities.
From school runs to daily commutes, every journey is a chance to keep the Queenstown Lakes moving in the right direction. Let’s count what matters, switch on smarter tech, and design places where shared and active travel is the first and best choice.
Join the movement—we want you along for the ride.
Local action. Global impact.
Let’s travel better, together.
The Weekday Challenge is here!
We invite businesses across Queenstown Lakes to sign up and change the way your workplace commutes.
This regional initiative makes it easy for your team to cut carbon emissions, boost employee wellbeing and win up to $500 in monthly prizes!
COUNT IT
Understand the Now
Gather rich, reliable data on how people move, where emissions are highest, and where change will make the biggest difference.
Insight fuels impact.
SWITCHED ON
Enable smarter transport
Integrate emerging technologies - real-time data, mobility apps, to help people move faster, cleaner, and more efficiently.
Tech that empowers people.
ALL IN
Build a movement
Foster a culture where shared and active travel is the default. Use stories, trials, and community leadership to inspire lasting change.
Change through connection.
10 MINUTE MOVES
Design for Proximity
Create a network where everyone is within a short, safe walk of transport options. Connect homes, workplaces, and destinations with people-first design.
Walkable, livable, fure-ready places.
lightfoot pillars
INSPIRE
Show the transformative power of shared and active travel for everyone.
ENGAGE
Experience the benefits of shared and active travel.
CONNECT
Grow partnerships to integrate shared and active travel into key decisions.
SUSTAIN
Maintain a stable foundation to realise Lightfoot's vision.
Word On The Street.
Current projects.
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GoGo ElectroE-bikes are a GoGo for one and all in Aotearoa’s first e-bike library programme. Free to all, read on to learn about how you can borrow an e... -
Commuter ConnectQueenstown’s newest commuter route is going live. For six months, Lightfoot is rolling out activations, events, and initiatives to support l... -
All aboard the Lightfoot Express!All aboard the Red Oaks Express. The Lightfoot Express safely transported Queenstown and Shotover Primary School children to their after-sch...
Let's do this.
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🚲 SPRING BIKE BASICS 🔧
Get your bike maintenance up to scratch before summer! ☀️
Our 4-week Bike Basics course starts Thursday 10 September and is only $20.
Learn the basics, get hands-on and gain the confidence to look after your bike. No experience needed!
👉 Book here: events.humanitix.com/bike-basics-thur-10th-september-4-week-course ...
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Ready to tackle the Weekday Challenge? Test an e-bike for free with GoGo Electro!
The GoGo Electro free 3-week trial gives you the ultimate real-world test ride before you spend a cent. With three full weeks, you can test-ride an e-bike on your actual work route, build your riding confidence, skip the traffic, and get fully prepared to smash the Weekday Challenge while deciding if buying an e-bike is the right long-term move for you!
Commuter Story: "Having the GoGo for my daily work commute did so much for my wellbeing and confidence on 2 wheels. I'm a relatively inexperienced cyclist but making it a part of my everyday, on a reliable bike really helped me overcome some nerves and uncertainty and build my skills"
Reserve your 3-week loan e-bike before spots fill up: lightfoot.org.nz/gogoelectro ...
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☔ Wet one out there last night!
Conditions are still settling after last night’s rain — as of 8am:
🚌 The Number 1 bus route has disruptions due to flooding at the Fernhill roundabout. Due to flooding on Gorge Rd other routes may also be affected. Check the Orbus Queenstown facebook page or website for live updates before you head out.
🚵 Planning a ride? Check the Queenstown Trails facebook page for the latest trail conditions.
For general updates, keep an eye on the Queenstown Lakes District Council facebook page too.
Take care out there, whatever way you’re getting around today. 💙 ...
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🚲 Learn all the basics of bike maintenance for just $20! 🚲
Our Bike Basics 4-Week Course starts on Thursday, 10th of September, and there are still a few spots available!
From simple repairs to routine maintenance, we'll help you build confidence and learn how to keep your bike running smoothly all year round.
🔧 No experience needed
🚴 Practical, hands-on learning
🌟 Limited spots remaining
Registration and information events.humanitix.com/bike-basics-thur-10th-september-4-week-course! 🚲✨ ...
Bike Basics Thur. 10th September (4-Week Course)
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Friendly competition just got real. 🚴♂️🏃♀️
We’ve officially been bumped from the top spot on the Queenstown Weekday Challenge leaderboard by the team over at eZED.
Think your workplace has what it takes to climb the ranks and take us both on?
- Join the movement: Register your business and get your team logging their walk, bike, bus, and carpool commutes.
- Build workplace rivalry: Rally your staff, rack up sustainable commute miles, and challenge local businesses for the top spot.
- Make an impact: Reduce local congestion while building some great team spirit along the way.
Sign up your business today, start logging those green commutes, and let’s see who really owns the Queenstown leaderboard! 🏆 #QueenstownWeekdayChallenge #Lightfoot #ActiveTravel #WorkplaceChallenge #GetMoving #QueenstownBiz #lightfootnz ...
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