New Zealand Cycle Trail Project
Last updated:
October 2009
New Zealand Cycle Trail Project
A national project to build a network of cycle trails is underway.
NZ Cycle Trail brand launched - 10 Nov 2009

Prime Minister, Hon John Key, officially launched the NZ Cycle Trail project at Little Waipa Domain, South Waikato, and unveiled the project’s new brand on 10 November.
NZ Cycle Trail branding handout
NZ Cycle Trail press release [external link]
Regional Meetings in November about Phase Two proposals - 02 Nov 2009
The Ministry’s Cycle Trail team will be visiting the regions in November to provide advice and assist applicants intending to submit a proposal under Phase Two of the Cycle Trail Project. Find out more.
Getting involved
Please do not contact us seeking employment or contracts. To register your interest in receiving details of cycle trail related opportunities and information updates please complete the registration form.
If you would like to know whether your region is evaluating opportunities, please check with your local council and local bicycle groups.
To contact the cycle trail project team, email cycletrail@tourism.govt.nz. Email updates will be provided as the project develops.
Currently all available information on the project is on this website.
Seven potential cycle trail routes that construction could start on this summer have been identified. The Government has set aside $9 million from the $50 million New Zealand Cycle Trail Fund for projects earmarked for a ‘Quick Start’.
The funding process for Phase Two of the New Zealand Cycleway project was announced by the Ministry of Tourism on 15 October 2009. The process to apply for funding will occur in three stages.
Prime Minister, Hon John Key, officially launched the NZ Cycle Trail project at Little Waipa Domain, South Waikato, and unveiled the project’s new brand on 10 November.
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This section provides the latest news and updates for the New Zealand Cycle Trail Project.
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