To celebrate public transport's biggest year since 1951, Auckland's Mayor has announced a free day of travel.
"On Sunday 23 June the public can travel for free on buses, trains and most ferry services," Phil Goff said in a statement on Thursday.
With more people using public transport, the roads are freed for those who have to drive.
Over the past year, Aucklanders made 100 million trips on public transport.
"Every day 270,000 trips are taken on public transport in Auckland which reduces congestion and carbon emissions," said Goff.
The board chairman of Auckland Transport says the increase in use of public transport has been impressive.
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"When I became chairman of Auckland Transport in 2012 annual public transport patronage was under 70 million, so this is a very proud day for me," said Dr Lester Levy.
"Together we've taken Auckland from a city totally tied to the car to one which is embracing the use of public transport. Many of us are now thinking twice before jumping into our car and looking at the various options now available in Auckland."
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