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When is route protection for the Northland Corridor Alternative to Brynderwyn Hills section, listed in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to be completed?

Answered Question 31428 (2026)
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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

Question

  • When is route protection for the Northland Corridor Alternative to Brynderwyn Hills section, listed in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to be completed?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

Answer

In April 2026, NZTA lodged designation and consent applications under the Fast-track Approvals Act, which are currently being considered by an independent panel appointed by the Environmental Protection Authority. Information on decision timings is available in Minute 3, issued on 12 June 2026.