As a learner driver, I recently hit a deep pothole, resulting in a jarring jolt that caused significant damage to my car. My experience highlighted a crucial issue plaguing our community: the escalating number of potholes. These hazards are not only causing undue wear and tear on our vehicles but also present an alarming risk to novice drivers like myself.

In Auckland, roads are our arteries, connecting communities, fueling economies, and facilitating essential services like emergency transport. Potholes disrupt this system, resulting in a significant societal cost. Studies suggest that bad roads, including those with potholes, cost New Zealanders hundreds of dollars annually in vehicle repairs (New Zealand Automobile Association). They also pose a safety risk, contributing to many vehicle accidents and injuries each year.

Poor road maintenance goes beyond just an inconvenience; it’s a matter of public safety. It's time for Auckland city authorities to prioritize regular, high-quality road care and to address the issue of potholes proactively. Together, we can create safer, better-maintained roads in Auckland to protect drivers, passengers, and vehicles, now and in the future.

Stand with us. Call for better road care in Auckland. Sign this petition to urge our city authorities to prioritize and execute essential road repairs swiftly and adequately.