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Question 31404 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What advice, if any, did the Minister of Transport receive on the economic cost of progressing the East-West Link more slowly?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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NZTA considered a range of risk factors when developing the investment case for the East West Link project, including exposure to construction cost inflation, as outlined in the publicly available Major Project Report:…

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Question 31405 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the East-West Link?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/east-west-link/Major-Project-Report-East-West-Link.pdf

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Question 31406 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What funding, if any, is allocated to the East-West Link for activity beyond route protection in the 2024–27 National Land Transport Programme?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Following the NZTA Board's endorsement of the East-West Link investment case in August 2025, funding of $102 million was approved to progress consenting, route protection and some design. As has been widely publicised the National Land…

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Question 31407 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    When does the Minister of Transport expect main construction of the East-West Link to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set. The focus is on positioning projects to move forward when funding is available.

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Question 31408 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    When was the investment case for the East-West Link endorsed by the NZTA board?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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August 2025

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Question 31410 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What is the most recent benefit-cost ratio for the East-West Link?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/east-west-link/east-west-link-investment-case-main-report.pdf

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Question 31411 (2026)

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    What funding, if any, is allocated to the Te Hana to Whangārei sections of the Northland Corridor in the 2024–27 National Land Transport Programme beyond route protection?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Following the NZTA Board's endorsement of the Te Hana to Whangarei investment case in August 2025, funding of $187 million was approved to progress consenting, route protection and some design with priority given for an alternative to the…

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Question 31412 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What is the most recent benefit-cost ratio for the Te Hana to Whangārei sections of the Northland Corridor?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/northland-corridor/northland-corridor-section-2-and-3-investment-case-main-report.pdf

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Question 31413 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the Te Hana to Whangārei sections of the Northland Corridor?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/northland-corridor/northland-corridor-investment-case-summary.pdf

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Question 31414 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    When does the Minister of Transport expect main construction of the Te Hana to Whangārei sections of the Northland Corridor to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set.

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Question 31416 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stage 3?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The NZTA Board-endorsed investment case provided cost ranges for Stages 1 and 2. NZTA is seeking statutory approvals for the full corridor, including Stage 3, but Stage 3 is not expected within the next 10 years and will need further…

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Question 31417 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    When is route protection for the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stage 3, 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

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In December 2025, NZTA lodged applications for statutory approvals for the project under the Fast-track Approvals Act. A decision from the Expert Panel is expected in September 2026.

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Question 31418 (2026)

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stages 1B and 2?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Stage 1B is estimated to cost between $252–$294 million and Stage 2 is estimated to cost $4.1–$4.6 billion. These estimates include allowance for escalation and administration and exclude costs for investment case and statutory consents…

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Question 31419 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    When is main construction of the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stages 1B and 2, listed in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set.

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Question 31420 (2026)

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    When is main construction of the SH16 North-West Alternative Highway expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The project will be delivered in line with growth in the North West. No date has been set for the start of main construction.

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Question 31421 (2026)

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Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What further work is required before main construction of the SH16 North-West Alternative Highway, which the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline states is already designated, can begin?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The project is designated and route protected. Further design, consenting, property acquisition, and funding approvals are needed before construction can begin.

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Question 31422 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    When is main construction of Takitimu North Link Stage 2B expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set.

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Question 31423 (2026)

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    What is the current designation and consenting status of Takitimu North Link Stage 2B, listed in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Takitimu North Link Stage 2 has received consent through the Fast-track Approvals Act.

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Question 31424 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    What is the current total cost estimate for Hamilton Southern Links?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/southern-links/Major-Project-Report-Hamilton-Southern-Links.pdf

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Question 31425 (2026)

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the SH29 Tauriko (wider scope) project?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/tauriko-west/tauriko-west-investment-case-main-report.pdf

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Question 31426 (2026)

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    What works are included in the SH29 Tauriko (wider scope) project in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, and how do they differ from the SH29 Tauriko (Ōmanawa Bridge) works in Phase One?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The Phase Two SH29 Tauriko (wider scope) project includes route protection, consenting, strategic property acquisition, design activities, and technical investigations for the wider Tauriko West corridor improvements. The Phase One SH29…

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Question 31428 (2026)

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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?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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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…

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Question 31429 (2026)

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    What is the most recent benefit-cost ratio for the SH1 Wellington Improvements project, both tolled and un-tolled?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/sh1-wellington-improvements/sh1-wellington-improvements-investment-case-main-report.pdf

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Question 31430 (2026)

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    What is the current status and expected main construction start date of the Second Mt Victoria Tunnel component of the SH1 Wellington Improvements project, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No main construction start date has been set.

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Question 31431 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    Is the Second Mt Victoria Tunnel and Basin Reserve upgrade still included within the SH1 Wellington Improvements project in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Yes

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Question 31432 (2026)

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    When is route protection for the SH1 Wellington Improvements project, 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

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Work is currently underway, including an FTAA approach. Time frames are dependent on the outcome of that progress.

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Question 31433 (2026)

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Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What specific works are included in the SH1 Wellington Improvements project in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The project scope includes a second Mt Victoria and Terrace Tunnel and wider SH1 corridor improvements

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Question 31434 (2026)

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    What intersection improvements at Lower Queen Street are being prioritised as part of the Hope Bypass in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, and at what cost?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Stage 1 of the Hope Bypass includes widening Lower Queen Street and Gladstone Road to provide an additional right-turn lane and signalising the Lower Queen Street/Stratford Street intersection

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Question 31435 (2026)

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    When is main construction of SH6 Hope Bypass Stage 1, listed as "implementation ready" in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set.

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Question 31436 (2026)

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Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What is the current total cost estimate for Takitimu North Link Stage 2A?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Individual stage costs are not currently available due to commercial sensitivity and will be refined as construction timing is confirmed.

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Question 31437 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

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    When is main construction of Takitimu North Link Stage 2A, listed as "implementation ready" in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set.

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Question 31438 (2026)

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    What is the current total cost estimate for Mill Road Stage 1?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://nzta.govt.nz/assets/projects/mill-road/mill-road-stage-1-investment-case-summary.pdf

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Question 31439 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What is the current status of the Fast-track Approvals Act application for Mill Road Stage 1?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The Mill Road Stage 1 substantive application is anticipated to be lodged under the Fast-track Approvals Act in the coming months.

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Question 31440 (2026)

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    When is main construction of Mill Road Stage 1, listed as "implementation ready" in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction date has been set for Mill Road Stage 1. Design, consenting and other supporting workstreams will continue to progress as part of pre-implementation. The focus is on positioning projects to move forward when funding is…

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Question 31441 (2026)

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    What funding, if any, is allocated to main construction of SH1 Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass in the 2024–27 National Land Transport Programme?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No funding is currently allocated for main construction of SH1 Belfast to Pegasus Motorway.

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Question 31442 (2026)

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    When is main construction of SH1 Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass, listed as "implementation ready" in Phase Two of the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No construction start date has been set.

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Question 31443 (2026)

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    What NZTA co-funding, if any, is committed to the Airport to Botany Busway Stage 2?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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NZTA has committed $1.7 million from the National Land Transport Fund to the Airport to Botany Stage 2 pre-implementation phase, representing a 51 percent funding assistance rate of the $3.4 million total cost, including administration.…

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Question 31444 (2026)

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    When is the Airport to Botany Busway Stage 2, listed as a council-led project in 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

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Subject to funding, construction is expected to begin in 2028 after pre-implementation is complete and next steps are confirmed. The completion date is still to be confirmed.

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Question 31445 (2026)

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    What NZTA co-funding, if any, is committed to the Auckland Level Crossings Removal at Takaanini?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Work to remove level crossings at Takaanini and Glen Innes is being progressed as one priority package. The total cost to deliver the Takaanini and Glen Innes level crossing replacements is expected to be $815 million, funded jointly by…

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Question 31446 (2026)

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    When is the Auckland Level Crossings Removal at Takaanini, listed as a council-led project in 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

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No expected completion date for Auckland Level Crossings Removal at Takaanini has been identified.

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Question 31447 (2026)

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    Why is Botany Station excluded from Eastern Busway Stage 4 in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, and when will Botany Station be delivered, if a date has been set?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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Botany Station is not included in Eastern Busway Stage 4 as associated urban development opportunities require further confirmation with Auckland Council. It is now part of the Airport to Botany project. No delivery date has been set.

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Question 31448 (2026)

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    When is the Eastern Busway Stage 4 (excluding Botany Station), listed as a council-led project in 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

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Eastern Busway Stage 4, excluding Botany Station, is expected to be completed in 2027.

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Question 31449 (2026)

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    When is the Lower North Island Rail Integrated Mobility (LNIRIM) project expected to be completed?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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New trains are expected to begin arriving in 2028, with services expected to be rolled out from 2030.

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Question 31450 (2026)

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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.

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Question 31451 (2026)

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the Waikare Gorge realignment?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The Waikare Gorge realignment is in pre-implementation, and cost estimates are being refined as detailed design progresses. The current expected cost range is publicly available at:…

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Question 31452 (2026)

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    When is the Waikare Gorge realignment, listed in the July 2026 Major Transport Projects Pipeline, expected to begin and be completed?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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No specific start date has been set. Construction is expected to begin after pre-implementation works are completed.

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Question 31453 (2026)

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Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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    What funding is allocated to the Northwest Busway (Te Ara Hauāuru) Stage 1A?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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The NZTA Board has approved $53m for Stage 1a - the detailed design and construction of the first phase of Brigham Creek station and park and ride.

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Question 31454 (2026)

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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.

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Question 31455 (2026)

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    When is the second Ashburton Bridge, listed in 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

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The project is expected to be complete by the end of 2027.

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Question 31456 (2026)

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    What is the current total cost estimate for the second Ashburton Bridge?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

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This information is publicly available at: https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/work-second-ashburton-bridge-underway