Articles tagged with Roads Of National Significance
Updated Public-Private Partnership Guidance Boosts NZ Infrastructure Projects
2 days ago | 28 viewsNew Zealand has updated its Public-Private Partnership (PPP) guidance to enhance clarity, consistency, and effectiveness in infrastructure delivery, building on lessons from past projects and international models. Key improvements include bid cost reimbursement, price validation, flexible works completion regimes, and provisions for project expansions, aiming to attract global investment and improve project outcomes. The updated guidance supports government agencies in delivering durable infrastructure that meets high standards, addressing New Zealand’s infrastructure challenges and aligning with global best practices.
Tags: Chris Bishop Simon Court New Zealand Infrastructure Treasury PPP Blueprint Infrastructure Investment Summit Roads of National Significance Correctional FacilitiesBuilding New Zealand’s Future: Transforming Transport for Economic Growth
2 weeks ago | 135 viewsThe government is focused on driving sustainable economic growth in New Zealand by reforming the planning system, investing heavily in transport infrastructure, and creating a credible long-term pipeline of major projects like the Roads of National Significance (RoNS). Despite economic challenges and funding constraints, including the need for increased petrol taxes and diversified funding methods, the government aims to improve productivity, reduce congestion, and enhance connectivity for both freight and people. Achieving these goals requires tough trade-offs, realistic sequencing of projects, and collaboration with the construction sector to deliver transformative benefits for the economy and all New Zealanders.
Tags: Matt Freeman New Zealand Roads of National Significance NZTA National Land Transport Programme Waikato Expressway Tauranga Eastern Corridor Wellington Northern Corridor Transmission Gully Kāpiti ExpresswayGovernment Introduces Land Transport Bill for Fairer Funding System
3 weeks ago | 119 viewsThe Land Transport (Revenue) Amendment Bill aims to create a fairer and more modern transport funding system by implementing changes to road user charges and tolling frameworks. Transport Minister Chris Bishop highlights the importance of fairness in road user contributions and the need for a stronger tolling system to support major road projects. The Bill also focuses on modernizing the outdated Road User Charges (RUC) system by introducing new payment models and in-vehicle technology, with plans to transition light petrol vehicles to RUC in the future.
Tags: Government Land Transport Revenue Amendment Bill Transport Minister Chris Bishop tolling system Roads of National Significance RUC system New ZealandState Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway Construction Begins: Enhancing Region's Connectivity for Future Growth
3 weeks ago | 162 viewsConstruction has commenced on the State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway, a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing resilience and productivity in the region and creating job opportunities. The project includes various upgrades such as four-laning sections, new overpasses, and a bridge, with completion expected by December 2029. The Expressway serves as a vital link connecting Napier and Hastings, facilitating the movement of people and freight, and is crucial for accommodating the region's anticipated growth.
Tags: Construction State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway Transport Minister Chris Bishop Roads of National Significance Waikare Gorge Hawke’s Bay region Napier Port Meeanee Road Kennedy RoadGovernment Invests $1.2 Billion in Roads of National Significance Programme for Infrastructure Development and Job Creation
1 month ago | 208 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 Bypass