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When is main construction of the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stage 1A, listed in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin?

Answered Question 31454 (2026)
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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • When is main construction of the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stage 1A, listed in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Detailed design of the first stage of Brigham Creek Rārawaru station is underway. Enabling works are expected to start in early 2027, with construction completed by early 2029.