Articles tagged with Auckland Council
Auckland Motorway Strategic Plan: Smarter Traffic and Targeted Investment for Growth
5 days ago | 103 viewsThe NZ Transport Agency has released the Auckland Motorway Strategic Plan (AMSP), a 30+ year strategy focused on smarter traffic management, targeted capacity increases, and wider transport system improvements to optimize the existing motorway network and support Auckland’s growth beyond two million people. The plan emphasizes making better use of current infrastructure through measures like Time of Use Charging, addressing bottlenecks with targeted investments, and enhancing public transport, active modes, and freight efficiency to reduce motorway congestion. This long-term strategy, developed in partnership with Auckland Council, will guide future investment decisions and regional transport planning but does not represent immediate construction or funding commitments.
Tags: Chris Bishop Wayne Brown NZ Transport Agency Auckland Motorway Strategic Plan Auckland Mayor Transport Minister Auckland Council National Land Transport Fund National Land Transport Programme Auckland Regional DealGovernment Launches Detailed Business Case for New Waitematā Harbour Crossing
1 week ago | 138 viewsThe New Zealand Government will lead a Detailed Business Case (DBC) for an additional Waitematā Harbour Crossing, focusing on funding, financing, delivery, and integrating innovative proposals, with oversight by a Senior Responsible Owner reporting directly to Ministers. Cabinet has agreed to commission a further study on the Meola Reef option, involving Auckland Council, and will consider a market-led proposal for upgrading the existing bridge as part of the DBC process. The project aims to address significant traffic and economic constraints of the current Auckland Harbour Bridge, ensuring thorough analysis, stakeholder consultation, and sound governance to deliver a successful, large-scale infrastructure solution by 2027.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Watts Auckland Harbour Bridge Waitematā Harbour Crossing New Zealand Transport Agency Meola Reef Auckland Council Senior Responsible Officer Market Led Proposal Auckland Mayor BrownGovernment Launches Detailed Business Case for Waitematā Harbour Crossing Project
1 week ago | 147 viewsThe New Zealand Government will lead a Detailed Business Case (DBC) for an additional Waitematā Harbour Crossing, evaluating funding, delivery, and options including a tunnel preferred by NZTA, with oversight by a Senior Responsible Owner reporting directly to Ministers. Cabinet has agreed to further study the Meola Reef option if Auckland Council is interested and will also consider a Market-led Proposal for innovative bridge upgrades as part of the DBC. The government emphasizes careful planning, broad consultation, and strong governance to ensure the project's success, aiming to address capacity constraints and economic impacts while avoiding past megaproject pitfalls.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Watts Auckland Harbour Bridge Waitematā Harbour Crossing New Zealand Transport Agency Meola Reef Auckland Council Senior Responsible Officer Auckland Mayor BrownNew Te Mahia Pedestrian Bridge Boosts Safety and Supports Auckland Rail Link
2 weeks ago | 137 viewsA new pedestrian bridge at Te Mahia Station, opening on 24 August, replaces a rail level crossing to improve safety, accessibility, and support the City Rail Link by allowing more frequent trains and reducing delays. This bridge is the second of three pedestrian bridges replacing crossings in Auckland, with funding accelerated by the Government and Auckland Council to enhance the rail network and prepare for future growth. Additional projects include three road bridges on the Southern Line and planning to remove up to 21 level crossings on the Western Line, aiming to create a safer, more efficient transport system for Aucklanders.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Watts Rima Nakhle Te Mahia Station Glen Innes Station Takanini Station City Rail Link Auckland Council NZTA National Land Transport ProgrammeConstruction Begins on Final Eastern Busway Section Boosting Auckland Transport
1 month ago | 342 viewsConstruction has begun on the final 500-metre section of Auckland's Eastern Busway, completing a rapid transit corridor from Panmure to Botany that will enhance public transport reliability and efficiency by 2027. The project, a $1.4 billion joint investment by the Government and Auckland Council, includes separated busways, walking and cycling paths, and is expected to significantly increase daily public transport trips while supporting population growth and reducing congestion. Together with the City Rail Link, the Eastern Busway will transform Auckland’s transport network by providing fast, safe, and connected travel options for thousands of residents.
Tags: Simon Watts Wayne Brown Mr Bishop Auckland Council Auckland Transport Fletcher Construction ACCIONA AECOM Jacobs NZ Transport AgencyNew Pedestrian Bridges Open in Auckland to Boost Safety and Rail Services
1 month ago | 291 viewsThe opening of the new pedestrian bridge at Glen Innes train station marks progress in replacing rail level crossings to enhance Auckland’s rail network and support more frequent train services linked to the City Rail Link. This project, funded early by the Government and Auckland Council, aims to improve safety by separating pedestrians from rail corridors and reducing delays for both road users and train passengers. Additional pedestrian bridges at Te Mahia and Takanini will soon be completed as part of a broader initiative to close or replace level crossings, ensuring safer and more reliable public transport infrastructure for Auckland’s growing population.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Watts Glen Innes Te Mahia Takanini City Rail Link Auckland Council NZTA National Land Transport Programme Southern LineNew Appointments Strengthen New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Leadership
1 month ago | 443 viewsInfrastructure Minister Chris Bishop announced the reappointment of Sue Tindal as Deputy Chair and the appointment of Natasha Possenniskie as a new director to the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission board. Tindal’s extensive financial and governance experience, along with Possenniskie’s 25 years in infrastructure planning and delivery, will enhance the Commission’s capacity to provide strategic oversight and robust project assurance. These appointments demonstrate the Government’s commitment to strengthening leadership and expertise to fulfill the Commission’s expanded mandate and improve infrastructure outcomes in New Zealand.
Tags: Chris Bishop Sue Tindal Natasha Possenniskie New Zealand Infrastructure Commission KiwiRail Auckland Council PwC Commonwealth Bank of Australia Urban Outcomes Limited Massey UniversityGovernment Funds Memorials and Support for Survivors of Abuse in Care Royal Commission
3 months ago | 593 viewsThe New Zealand Government is funding seven local authorities and 68 non-government organisations through the Survivor Support and Recognition Fund (SSRF) to memorialise at least 4,000 unmarked graves linked to psychiatric and psychopaedic sites and to support survivors of abuse in care. Since its establishment after the 2024 public apology, the SSRF has allocated over $4.9 million in two funding rounds to create memorials, provide survivor services such as peer support and therapy, and conduct research on burial sites. These initiatives aim to acknowledge the long-term impact of abuse and neglect in care, fulfilling key recommendations of the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Tags: Erica Stanford Auckland Council Christchurch City Council Dunedin City Council Nelson City Council Porirua City Council Rangitikei District Council Whanganui District Council Lake Alice Abuse in Care Royal CommissionAuckland Transport Reforms Restore Accountability and Boost City Mobility
3 months ago | 725 viewsLandmark reforms to Auckland’s transport system have passed, shifting most transport decision-making powers from Auckland Transport to Auckland Council to restore democratic accountability and improve infrastructure planning. The new legislation establishes a Regional Transport Committee for long-term planning, grants local boards more control over local roads, and refocuses Auckland Transport on public transport delivery. Government and Auckland leaders emphasize that these changes will create a more efficient, connected, and responsive transport system aligned with urban development and community needs.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Watts Wayne Brown Auckland Transport Auckland Council Auckland City Deal Auckland Regional Transport Committee City Rail Link Waitematā Harbour crossing Integrated Transport PlanNew Zealand’s National Infrastructure Plan: Fixing Systems for Long-Term Prosperity
4 months ago | 732 viewsThe speech emphasizes New Zealand’s urgent need to fix its underperforming infrastructure system by implementing evidence-based, long-term reforms aligned with the independent National Infrastructure Plan, focusing on improving asset management, investment assurance, and bipartisan cooperation. The Government has already initiated foundational changes including a new planning system, enhanced maintenance programs, and strengthened transparency, while announcing Cabinet decisions to transfer infrastructure investment assurance to the Infrastructure Commission to ensure better oversight and value for taxpayer money. Despite challenges like aging assets, demographic shifts, and external shocks, the Government is committed to prioritizing projects effectively, improving infrastructure quality, and fostering economic prosperity for all New Zealanders.
Tags: Raveen Geoff Wayne Brown Helen Clark Minister Stanford Infrastructure Commission National Infrastructure Plan Treasury Auckland Council Minister of FinanceAuckland City Deal: Landmark Partnership Boosting Growth, Transport & Housing
4 months ago | 743 viewsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown have signed New Zealand’s first Auckland City Deal, establishing a long-term partnership to boost economic growth, improve living standards, and coordinate infrastructure and urban development projects. The Deal focuses on integrated planning across transport, housing, innovation, and environmental initiatives, with key projects including transport strategies, redevelopment of major venues, and growth precincts, supported by a new Crown uplift funding tool. This agreement sets a precedent for future regional deals, enhancing collaboration between central and local government to deliver sustainable growth and prosperity.
Tags: Christopher Luxon Wayne Brown Chris Bishop Simon Watts Auckland City Deal Auckland Council New Zealand Government Eden Park Auckland Airport Ministry of Cities Environment Regions and TransportGovernment Lowers Auckland Housing Capacity Target to 1.4 Million Homes
4 months ago | 931 viewsThe Government will introduce legislation to amend the Resource Management Act, reducing Auckland Council’s Plan Change 120 minimum housing capacity from 2 million to 1.4 million homes while still supporting significant growth through upzoning and infrastructure-aligned development. The legislation also resolves transitional issues for developers affected by previous rule changes and aims to enable further housing opportunities, particularly around transit corridors and the City Rail Link. Auckland Council will revise the plan based on guiding principles, and the updated process will allow public input before final decisions are made.
Tags: Chris Bishop Auckland Council Plan Change 120 Resource Management Act Housing and RMA Reform Auckland housing National Policy Statement on Urban Development City Rail Link Medium Density Residential Standards Auckland Unitary PlanGovernment Expands Digital Manufacturing Light Program to Boost NZ Manufacturers
6 months ago | 896 viewsThe New Zealand Government is expanding the University of Auckland’s Digital Manufacturing Light programme to help at least 180 small and medium-sized manufacturers in key regions adopt affordable digital technologies, boosting productivity and workforce skills. The programme provides tailored assessments, installation support, and training to integrate low-cost, off-the-shelf technologies without major capital investment, enabling manufacturers to modernize operations and gain real-time insights. This initiative aims to enhance competitiveness, drive innovation, and contribute significantly to the national economy, with potential GDP growth of $8.6 billion from faster digital adoption.
Tags: Chris Penk University of Auckland Auckland Council Xero New Zealand Institute of Economic Research Institute for Manufacturing University of Cambridge Digital Manufacturing Light Small Business and Manufacturing Minister New Zealand GovernmentNew Police Move-On Powers Boost Safety in Auckland City Centre
6 months ago | 927 viewsThe Government has introduced new move-on powers for Police as part of its Auckland city centre action plan to address antisocial behaviour and enhance safety, making the CBD a welcoming place for residents, workers, and visitors. Progress includes housing 146 people through the Housing First initiative, a significant drop in crime victimisations, improved police presence, and infrastructure upgrades like better lighting and cameras. With major developments like the International Convention Centre and City Rail Link underway, the Government emphasizes a balanced approach of support and accountability to ensure Auckland’s city centre remains safe and vibrant.
Tags: Simeon Brown Auckland Police Housing First Auckland Council City Rail Link International Convention Centre Government CBD TourismGovernment Lowers Auckland Housing Capacity Requirement to 1.6 Million Homes
6 months ago | 1000 viewsThe Government will amend the Resource Management Act to reduce Auckland Council’s minimum housing capacity requirement under Plan Change 120 from over 2 million to 1.6 million homes, allowing more targeted growth around the city centre, rapid transit stations, and metropolitan centres. This change provides Auckland Council greater flexibility to respond to public feedback and focus development where infrastructure supports it, while still meeting national urban development policies. Additionally, the Government will investigate and potentially adjust planning controls in Auckland’s CBD to unlock further housing and business potential, ensuring growth aligns with economic and liveability goals.
Tags: Chris Bishop Auckland Council Resource Management Act Plan Change 120 Medium Density Residential Standards City Rail Link Auckland Unitary Plan National Policy Statement on Urban Development Eden Park New Zealand Government