Congestion charging expected for Auckland

Congestion charging expected for Auckland
The government is expected to make an announcement on congestion charging next week. (Image: Getty)
Oliver Lewis
The government is likely to make a decision on introducing congestion charging in Auckland next week, a new report suggests.Last year, a select committee inquiry on congestion charging recommended the government introduce new legislation allowing cities to use the demand management tool, and to move ahead with congestion charging in Auckland.The government consulted on the option as part of its emissions reduction plan, which is being unveiled next Monday ahead of the budget.A new report by the Helen Clark Foundation and professional services f...

More Policy

Restoring flights to regional NZ: why it’s so hard
Policy

Restoring flights to regional NZ: why it’s so hard

Is it time to treat marginal regional air routes as a public policy issue?

Pattrick Smellie 15 May 2025
What's a life worth? Depends on the department
Policy

What's a life worth? Depends on the department

A consultancy argues different values of life are leading to an underinvestment in health.

Dileepa Fonseka 14 May 2025
Port of Auckland gets fast-track panel
Policy

Port of Auckland gets fast-track panel

The port says its $200m wharf upgrades will make it 'big ship capable'.

Oliver Lewis 13 May 2025
Scientists waiting to see the money in Budget 2025
Policy

Scientists waiting to see the money in Budget 2025

The $71m for an advanced tech platform announced last week was one bright spark.

Greg Hurrell 12 May 2025