Abby is a subject matter expert who leads and advances nature-based resilience and biodiversity initiatives at Auckland Transport (AT), contributing significantly to the objectives embedded in AT Hīkina te Wero Environmental Action Plan and the AT Sustainability Strategy. She collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders to incorporate ecological considerations and nature-based solutions into asset management, infrastructure design, and operational procedures, thereby enhancing environmental outcomes and organisational resilience. Abby holds certification as an Environmental Practitioner through the CEnvP programme and an Independent Hearing Commissioner since 2023. Before joining AT, Abby held the position of Senior Consents and Compliance Specialist at Auckland Council. In this role, she acquired technical experience in managing and treating stormwater and industrial contaminated runoffs in accordance with the Auckland Unitary Plan.

Philip is an acknowledged specialist in geotechnical engineering, high-seismicity engineering and design development, and is recognised by his peers as a Fellow of Engineering New Zealand. Trained as a civil engineer with a broad range of experience, locally and internationally, Philip has mixed his engineering skills with strong leadership in project delivery while developing key client relationships. Philip has experience in investigations, synthesis and analysis, slope stability, earthquake engineering, ground improvement works and detailed design and construction for large infrastructure projects.

Andrew Kennedy is a Wellington based Chartered Civil and Geotechnical Engineer. Andrew has worked on the design of the Te Ara Tupua Pathway since 2019 and is the Design Manager responsible for coordinating all of the complex multidisciplinary inputs. Michael Paine is a Wellington based Coastal Engineer. Michael has been the lead designer for the revetements and other coastal structures.

Louise Baker is a transport planner at Resolve Group with over 20 years' experience in transport planning across New Zealand and the UK. She brings a collaborative, systems-based approach to designing resilient, people-centred transport solutions. In 2024, Louise received the Biennial Transport Planner Award from the Transport Planning Society NZ. Louise is passionate about helping cities to find their place in Nature. Last year, she led a project team that designed a Nature-based Solutions trial on Auckland’s motorway network, a project funded through NZTA's Crown Resilience Programme.

Claire Graham is an urban designer, landscape architect, and specialist in designing infrastructure for active modes. She has worked in the urban realm for over 20 years, with the last 12 focused on sustainable transport design. Claire is passionate about the role of well-designed streets and infrastructure in creating an inclusive transport system. Her work focuses on the human scale — creating streets where everyone feels comfortable, safe, and welcome. She is particularly interested in how well-designed streets can enhance access to, and the experience of, public transport. In practice, her work spans inclusive access auditing, streetscape design, temporary interventions, and strategic planning for active modes.

Jose is a Principal Urban Designer at Auckland Transport with over 25 years of experience in transport infrastructure and urban development. He integrates strategic design into transport projects, aligning investment with community aspirations and long-term urban outcomes. Jose advises across strategy and delivery, mentors teams, and fosters inclusive, resilient environments. His expertise spans urban planning, business case development, and stakeholder engagement, supported by a background in architecture, landscape, and urban design. Jose is committed to design excellence and public value. His work reflects a belief in the power of place, people, and partnership to shape better cities.

Dr Bridget Doran is a transport engineer and researcher working as an independent consultant in Hamilton. She works on planning, policy and research projects for public and private sector clients. Bridget grounds her work in an awareness of the biophysical limits of the earth. Her practice focuses on inclusion of, and compassion for the human at the heart of transport investment decisions. Much of her work concerns transport for disabled people, including promoting the voices of disabled people and those who advocate with them. Bridget has degrees in civil and transportation engineering and a doctorate in applied cognitive psychology. She is a Chartered Member of Engineering New Zealand and former Chair of its Transportation Group.