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City Rail Link Review: Costs, Planning, and Future Spending
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Aucklands City Rail Link project, costing $5.5 billion, is nearing completion, aiming to revolutionize the citys transport. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop announces a full post-completion review due to escalating costs. Former project boss Sean Sweeney and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown criticize over-specification and lack of budget-first approach. Labours transport spokesman Tangi Utikere supports the review, emphasizing the need for more urgent public transport builds. Current CEO Patrick Brockie highlights infrastructure planning issues and supply chain disruptions as significant cost drivers. Brown focuses on completing the line, eliminating level crossings, and promoting housing around stations. The projects success will set the stage for smarter spending in the future.
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