The Transport Agency has stopped all work on a contentious walking and cycling path that local Māori vehemently opposed.

It comes after the protest group - Protect Our Unique Coastline - threatened to take drastic measures to stop further construction of the path.

But after consultation with Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura, the decision has been made to halt construction indefinitely, much to the disappointment of cycling enthusiasts.

Meriana Johnsen reports.