Auckland Transport looks at bus reinstatement funding

Auckland Transport looks at bus reinstatement funding
AT is looking at taking up government funding to reinstate bus services. (Images: BusinessDesk)
Oliver Lewis
Auckland Transport is looking at options to reinstate suspended bus services.Budget 2023 included $140 million, funded from the climate emergency response fund, to support continued delivery of public transport services.In a press release on Thursday, transport minister Michael Wood said the money was for councils to restore services to pre-covid levels.“This funding will allow councils to consider reinstating cancelled services and minimise further service cuts to ensure Kiwis can access affordable, frequent and reliable transport,&rdquo...

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