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What steps, if any, is he taking to ensure the public is fully reimbursed for disputed costs and invoice discrepancies identified in the State Highway 3 Te Ara Tūtohu Waitara to Bell Block project?

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Julie Anne Genter

Member for Rongotai · Green Party

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  • What steps, if any, is he taking to ensure the public is fully reimbursed for disputed costs and invoice discrepancies identified in the State Highway 3 Te Ara Tūtohu Waitara to Bell Block project?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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I am aware that the issues relating to this project are currently the subject of an active investigation by NZTA, which has not yet concluded. Given this, it would not be appropriate to comment on the specific matters raised at this time. However, my general expectation is that any disputed costs or invoice discrepancies are identified, investigated, and resolved appropriately by NZTA with its contractors, in line with its contractual and legal obligations.