Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Minister Playing Games Over Auckland Rail
Transport Minister Playing Games Over Auckland Rail
Labour’s Auckland Issues spokesperson Phil Twyford says Transport Minister Steven Joyce should stop playing political games over funding for Auckland’s transport system.
“Steven Joyce needs to come to terms with the fact that Aucklanders gave an overwhelming mandate to Mayor Len Brown and his campaign promise of action on Auckland rail, including the central city loop.”
The
Minister appeared on TV3’s The Nation talking down the
possibility of central government support for Auckland rail.
“This is a bit rich coming from the Minister who
scrapped the regional fuel tax that would have delivered
half a billion dollars for rail projects. He’s the same
Minister who is insisting on building his Puhoi-Wellsford
holiday highway which doesn’t stack up on the normal
cost-benefit analysis but will cost the taxpayer $1.6
billion.”
“Aucklanders need a Government that will work with Len Brown and the new Auckland Council to get things done. National looks like it is ready to pack up its toys and walk away because Aucklanders didn’t vote for its mayoral candidate,” said Phil Twyford.
ENDS
Gordon Campbell: On What’s Wrong With The Treaty Principles Bill
Mana Mokopuna: Children And Young People Share Vital Insights On Healing From Family Violence And Sexual Violence In New Report
NZ Government: PM Marks One Year In Government
Helen Clark Foundation: Helen Clark Foundation Calls For Political Action To Reduce The Prevalence Of Junk Food And Improve Health Outcomes
Justice Committee: Further Decisions About Submissions Process For The Principles Of The Treaty Of Waitangi Bill
Infrastructure New Zealand: Single Agency Needed To Coordinate Climate Adaptation And Recovery
Free Speech Union: Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill Likely To Restrict Access To Information, Polling Shows Most Oppose
