Articles tagged with National Significance
Government Invests $1.2 Billion in Roads of National Significance Programme for Infrastructure Development and Job Creation
2 weeks ago | 133 viewsThe Government's Roads of National Significance programme is advancing to the next phase with nearly $1.2 billion in combined funding, aiming to address New Zealand's infrastructure deficit and stimulate job growth. The NZ Transport Agency has endorsed investment cases for various projects, including the Northland Expressway, East West Link, Hamilton Southern Links, Petone to Grenada, and Cross Valley Link, among others. These projects will undergo design, route protection, site investigations, and property acquisition, with a focus on delivering travel time reductions, safety improvements, and economic benefits across different regions.
Tags: Chris Bishop Transport Minister Roads of National Significance NZ Transport Agency Northland Expressway East West Link Hamilton Southern Links Petone to Grenada SH1 Wellington Improvements Hope BypassNew Ōtaki to Levin Highway Construction Contracts Signed for Improved Travel Times and Economic Growth
3 months ago | 1032 viewsTransport Minister Chris Bishop has announced the signing of construction contracts by NZTA for the new Ōtaki to north of Levin Road project, aiming to improve travel times and support economic growth in Kāpiti and Horowhenua. The project involves two alliances focusing on different sections of the highway, with completion expected by the end of 2029. The new road is part of the Wellington Northern Corridor, enhancing safety, efficiency for freight trips, and urban development opportunities, while also featuring amenities like shared user paths and grade-separated interchanges.
Tags: Chris Bishop NZ Transport Agency Ōtaki Levin National Significance Kāpiti Horowhenua Wellington Northern Corridor Transmission Gully Mackays.