“It is pleasing to see the Government has acknowledged that any alternative must include greater provision for goods, services and freight that will allow the region to cope with the expected increased freight.” ‘More car lanes will make congestion, climate change worse’ - Greens The Green Party criticised the Government's plan, on the basis a rail-only option should be an option and “more car lanes will make congestion and climate change worse”. “Setting a clear timeframe is a positive step in ensuring this vulnerability in the network is resolved,” he said. He said the vulnerability of the Auckland Harbour Bridge to closure due to weather has made the need for action even more urgent. “National Road Carriers urges all parties to commit to this timeline so construction can start as soon as possible,” Justin Tighe-Umbers said. The chief executive of the National Road Carriers Association, which advocates on behalf of trucking companies, said the organisation was pleased to see progress on a second crossing. It’s vital that we have a harbour crossing that works for the city.” ![]() “We want an unclogged, connected and future-proofed transport network so Aucklanders can get to work on time. ![]() “After years of inaction by the previous Government we are on track to fix it,” the minister said. Transport Minister Michael Woods and Prime Minister Chris Hipkins in front of the Auckland Harbour Bridge ahead of an announcement about new Waitematā Harbour crossing options.
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