The Waikato Regional Transportation Model (WRTM) is a multi-modal strategic model that converts input land use (population, households, employment, etc) and a description of the transport network (road and public transport) to forecast travel patterns for any year by mode (car drivers, car passengers, public transport passengers, walkers/cyclists). Heavy vehicle trips are also forecast, albeit using a relatively simple approach. These types of model, referred to as a three or four stage/step models, are used throughout the world and were first implemented in the 1950s. The WRTM therefore adopts a traditional, tried-and-tested analytical approach to estimating future year travel demands... The WRTM is owned by Waikato Local Authority Shared Services Limited (WLASS); a Council controlled organisation that delivers council services in a collaborative shared manner across the Waikato Region. The WRTM can be applied to assess the impact of private developments. Engagement is through Dawn..