Record $7.3 billion Auckland Transport Investment

Record $7.3 billion

AUCKLAND TRANSPORT INVESTMENT

Strategic Auckland transport projects will benefit from a record $7.3 billion investment in the region to provide new public transport and walking and cycling options.

The Pahurehure to Takanini section of the Urban Cycleways Network, opened in April 2021.

Extra funding, announced by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, aims to help get Auckland moving and deliver a safer, more sustainable, better connected and more resilient transport system over the next three years.

The investment is part of a $24.3 billion programme of investment planned for New Zealand’s land transport system and is detailed in Nga Kaupapa Huarahi o Aotearoa | 2021-24 National Land Transport Programme (NLTP), published by Waka Kotahi.

Waka Kotahi Director Regional Relationships for Auckland and Northland, Steve Mutton says the agency will continue its strong focus on investment in public transport and remains committed to delivering a rapid transit network for the city which unlocks critical housing and urban development opportunities.

“Over the next three years we’ll invest in rapid transit as part of a wider, $2.8 billion investment in Auckland’s public transport system,” Mr Mutton says.

“This includes developing rapid transit options for Auckland Light Rail and supporting the completion of Auckland’s first underground rail line, the City Rail Link, by late 2024.”

To further ease congestion, help reduce carbon emissions and make Auckland a healthier place to live, $289 million will be spent creating great walking and cycling routes in the city.

This includes completing Auckland’s Urban Cycleways Programme.

“Safety is a top priority for Waka Kotahi with $298 million to be spent on programmes and projects in Auckland that will save lives, including upgrades and speed management on 135kms of Auckland’s state highways.”

“Auckland is a world class city and it needs a world-class transport system that is safe and efficient to keep everyone moving as New Zealand’s largest city continues to grow,” Mr Mutton adds.

Full details of the investments being made through the National Land Transport Programme, including detailed regional breakdowns, can be found at www.nzta.govt. nz/nltp