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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🚲 Kick off spring with us at the Remarkables Market! ☀️
We’re starting October off right! On Saturday, 3 October, the OneBike Hub team will be at the opening weekend of the Remarkables Market to kick off Biketober.
Come swing by our stall to:
💬 Chat about Lightfoot's community programmes
🔧 Learn about our free Biketober safety checks at the Hub
♻️ Learn how to donate, fix, or rescue a bike with OneBike
🚲 Chat with our team about active travel in the district!
Whether you're a daily commuter, an e-bike cruiser, or have an old bike gathering dust in the garage, come say hi!
📍 Where: Remarkables Market (Look for the Lightfoot stall!)
⏰ When: Saturday, 3 October | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Ride your bike down to the market and celebrate spring rolling in! 🚴✨
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📣Important changes for you to be aware of from 1 October.
Allowing buses the priority when leaving a bus stop really helps to contribute to bus efficiency and safety.
More details on the rule change can be found on the Orbus facebook page and website. ...
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Queenstown: Have your say on transport!
⏰ LAST CHANCE: Don't miss your chance to shape Queenstown's transport priorities! The Shaping Our Future Transport Survey closes on 30 September.
📋 10-min Survey: www.shapingourfuture.org.nz/news/transport-survey
🎁 Don't forget to enter your email at the end for the $100 Prezzy Card draw! ...
Complete our survey about transport issues — Shaping Our Future
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🗣️ REMINDER: Join the Queenstown Transport Public Forums!
If traffic congestion, bus routes, or daily commutes are affecting your life, make sure you get involved in these upcoming workshops.
It’s a great opportunity to share your transport experiences, talk about what is and isn’t working, and brainstorm practical changes that could actually make a difference for our community.
🗓️ Three local sessions are coming up:
Frankton: Sunday 27 Sept, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM @ Queenstown Events Centre
Jack’s Point: Monday 28 Sept, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Jack’s Point Club House
Queenstown: Tuesday 29 Sept, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Whānau Room, Queenstown Primary School
☕ Free refreshments will be provided.
🎁 Plus, everyone who attends goes into the draw to win a $100 Prezzy card!
Please register at: www.shapingourfuture.org.nz/news/transport-task-force ...
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Traffic delays, bus connections, or daily commutes—how is transport impacting your work, business, or home life in Queenstown? 🚦
Shaping Our Future is carrying out independent community research to feed directly into the Mayoral Transport Task Force. Your input will directly inform short- and medium-term recommendations for transport across the Whakatipu Basin.
2 easy ways to get involved:
1️⃣ Fill out the survey: www.shapingourfuture.org.nz/news/transport-survey
2️⃣ Join a public forum: Queenstown Event Centre, Jack's Point, or Queenstown Primary School. (27–29 Sept). Full forum details & registrations are available on the survey page.
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BIKES + SNOW: GREEN STEAM IS BACK FOR 2026! ⛷️🚲
The Coronet Peak Green Steam is on September 26th! Join the community for a unique human-powered adventure from Gantley's Tavern to Coronet Peak. Cycle up, ski down, and ride back—or join for whatever portion suits you!
📅 Saturday, 26 September (new date).
⏰ 8:00 AM meet at Gantley’s Tavern.
💰 This event is completely free, but we encourage everyone to sign up as a POW NZ member to help boost their numbers and power climate advocacy for our winter playgrounds.
👉 Event Link: www.facebook.com/events/1791809758653717.
👉 Become a POW Member: protectourwinters.nz/signup/ ...
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