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Something has to change: politicians pledge $30b to save Auckland commuters

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This morning the government and Auckland Council announced a record $30b investment in solving Auckland’s transport crisis. Don Rowe reports.  Atop a broken escalator the two Phils stood shoulder to shoulder, sharing a vision of a better Auckland, a cleaner Auckland; a Greater Auckland, if you will. The Government and Auckland Council together will embark … Read more

Leaked report suggests government could announce Auckland light rail before the election

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Government officials have quietly prepared a plan to fast-track light rail – or a rapid bus service – for Queen Street and Dominion Road to Mt Roskill. Just a few months ago finance minister Steven Joyce dismissed this project as “pork barrel politics”. But it’s stage one of light rail to the airport and it … Read more