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What is the total committed funding for the Lower North Island Rail Integrated Mobility (LNIRIM) project listed in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, and what NZTA contribution, if any, is included?

Answered Question 31450 (2026)
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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • What is the total committed funding for the Lower North Island Rail Integrated Mobility (LNIRIM) project listed in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, and what NZTA contribution, if any, is included?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Total committed LNIRIM funding is $873.9 million, including Crown, NZTA and regional council funding. NZTA's contribution is $347.4 million.