Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 25/12/2025www.theguardian.com/cities/2025/...theguardian.com‘Freedom is a city where you can breathe’: four experts on Europe’s most liveable capitalsFrom Copenhagen’s cycle lanes and Vienna’s shared parks to Barcelona and London’s unfulfilled potential, better living is close at hand 093
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Pretty sad read for NZ Govt's climate strategy: Let it burn newsroom.co.nz/2025/11/07/g...newsroom.co.nzGovt's climate strategy: Let it burnComment: The Government has relentlessly pursued policies that boost climate pollution – even if they cost more or jeopardise NZ's reputation, Marc Daalder writes 041
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 18/08/2025Road-user charges can pay for more than just road maintenance – NZ could lead the way theconversation.com/road-user-ch...theconversation.comRoad-user charges can pay for more than just road maintenance – NZ could lead the wayBy charging all road users, the shift away from a petrol tax could help fund safer roads and lower pollution. NZ should embrace the opportunity to be innovative. 141
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 12/08/2025www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comDear Britain, it’s now clear: 20mph zones save lives and don’t slow traffic. Implement them | Sadiq KhanThere is too much bluff and bluster on this subject. Ordinary people just want safe streets for themselves and those they love, and we can achieve that, says London mayor Sadiq Khan 010
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 10/07/2025Opinion: Rates rises are due to people voting against rates rises thespinoff.co.nz/politics/10-...thespinoff.co.nzRates rises are due to people voting against rates risesBuckle up, it’s time to ignore our crumbling infrastructure for another generation.<br /> 051
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 21/05/2025These pilot schemes suggest e-bikes can be popular even in non-riding communities. But easy access, infrastructure and local organisation are all vital. theconversation.com/e-bikes-for-... @theconversation.comtheconversation.comE-bikes for everyone: 3 NZ trials show people will make the switch – with the right supportThese pilot schemes suggest e-bikes can be popular even in non-riding communities. But easy access, infrastructure and local organisation are all vital. 192
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 30/04/2025Same in New Zealand www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comNo wonder Jeremy Vine is hanging up his helmet cam – the rage we cyclists face is off the scale | Peter WalkerWhy does cycling make so many drivers lose their cool? It’s partly ignorance, but demonisation by politicians doesn’t help, says Peter Walker, a senior political correspondent for the Guardian 040
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 27/03/2025Great piece on why Christchurch is becoming a great cycling city @thespinoff.bsky.social thespinoff.co.nz/society/26-0...thespinoff.co.nzWhat has Christchurch done right to get so many people on bikes?Yes, it's flat, but there's another crucial reason why so many Christchurch residents ride. 094
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 08/02/2025Get ready for this major conference in Christchurch in October Submissions close: 25 February 2025 adaptationfutures2025.com/abstractsadaptationfutures2025.comProposalsAdaptation Futures 2025 (AF2025) is a hybrid event hosted by WASP and the University of Canterbury with Christchurch NZ, SPREP, Tourism New Zealand, University of… 051
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 19/12/2024Wheels off the bus: bikes on buses do us good newsroom.co.nz/2024/12/20/w...newsroom.co.nzWheels off the bus: bikes on buses do us goodFrom the University of Otago – The knock-on impacts of not allowing bikes on buses present safety risks and wider social costs. 0104
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 19/12/2024Getting people out of their cars is possible with the right plans and policies theconversation.com/getting-peop...theconversation.comGetting people out of their cars is possible with the right plans and policies – case studyEncouraging walking, cycling and public transport use requires a cohesive, collaborative approach by all involved. The latest University of Canterbury travel survey shows how effective it can be. 1114
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 17/12/2024A neat piece of research done as part of my 300 level course shows that cycleways are associated with a modest increase in property prices has got a bit of media attention www.thepress.co.nz/a/nz-news/36... The research can be found here www.canterbury.ac.nz/study/academ...thepress.co.nzThe Press 0123
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 11/12/2024The NZ Minister of Transport has called the Prince Michael International Road Safety Award a 'woke' award. He continues to ignore the evidence, and now insults the global road safety community, and the Royal Family. Oh dear. www.1news.co.nz/2024/12/11/a...1news.co.nzAT wins global road safety award over speed limit reductionsFormer assistant police commissioner Dave Cliff said the implementation of international best practices in our biggest city had helped save lives. 380
Simon Kingham @drsimonk.bsky.social · 10/12/2024www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...theguardian.comThe five-minute city: inside Denmark’s revolutionary neighbourhoodWhile ambitious urban planners try to make 15-minute cities a reality, the Nordhavn district of Copenhagen has gone one better. What’s life like when everything you need is just a stroll away? 040
Reposted by Simon KinghamBrent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 29/11/2024IMPORTANT: “Do bike lanes really cause more traffic congestion? Here's what the research says. Studies from around the world show bike lanes ease congestion, reduce emissions and are a boon to businesses.” And removing them would cost a LOT & make traffic worse. #Toronto www.cbc.ca/news/science... 17492136