Yay, Google Maps now has cycling directions for New Zealand and Map Maker tools so we can add updates.
Below you can see Google Maps suggested route from my suburb to the city. It routes cycles to the North Western Motorway (or freeway for US readers) in preference to a shorter suburban road route. Although cycles are not allowed on the motorway there is a cycle path beside it which is the safest way to town.
The current route misses a short section of cycle path near Henderson and in the city. You can use the Map Maker tools to fix this and improve the map for others. See the details at:
Calling all Kiwis! Map Maker and Cycling Directions available in New Zealand
From the beaches of Goat Island and the slopes of Mount Eden to the hallowed soil of Eden Park, New Zealand is filled with both natural and man-made wonders. This week we’re bringing two new features to Google Maps in New Zealand that we hope will help Kiwis better explore their world: cycling directions and Google Map Maker. Biking routes improve the overall comprehensiveness and usability of the map, while the ability to contribute your local knowledge via Map Maker will help ensure that the maps remain accurate and up-to-date…
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