Update on the Supporting Growth Programme

These are unprecedented times for New Zealand and we are all adapting to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In partnership with Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and Auckland Transport, the Te Tupu Ngātahi Supporting Growth team is continuing to plan necessary future transport projects as these will help contribute to the economic recovery of New Zealand. However, we too are adapting to the effects of COVID-19 which has had a significant impact on Auckland Transport and the wider Auckland Council whānau. As a result, Auckland Council has implemented an Emergency Budget which has reduced Auckland Transport’s budget. 

Programme changes:

Unfortunately, this means that some Supporting Growth projects have now been put on hold. These include:  

• All projects in Warkworth, Silverdale, Dairy Flat and Wainui.
• Pukekohe Expressway and connections to State Highway 22 and the Pukekohe Urban Arterial.
• Takaanini rail crossings (not yet started).
• Takaanini Frequent Transport Network (not yet started).
• Lodging the Notices of Requirement for projects in Redhills and Whenuapai within the North West Housing Infrastructure Fund.

Projects that are continuing:

• Mill Road is funded by the New Zealand Upgrade Programme(external link)(external link) and will be delivered by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. Click here for information about the Mill Road project.(external link)(external link) 
• Preparation and lodgement of Notices of Requirement for new and upgraded road corridors in Drury, including and walking and cycling paths.
• Preparation and lodgement of Notices of Requirement and resource consents for new train stations at Drury Central, Drury West and Paerata.
• The Detailed Business Cases for all projects in the North West.

Keeping you informed:

Over the coming months we’ll continue to engage with partners, stakeholders and the community to share information and keep everyone updated on all projects.

If you have any questions please contact us on our freephone number, 0800 GROW AKL (0800 4769 255) or email info@supportinggrowth.nz.