Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.
Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.
Improve rural bus links so smaller towns have reliable public transport.
Reconnect regional towns with rail to cut road wear and reduce congestion.
Work with NZTA to upgrade key freight and evacuation routes.
Review the pros and cons of making public transport a stand-alone entity to provide a superior community service.
Improve rural bus links so smaller towns have reliable public transport.
Reconnect regional towns with rail to cut road wear and reduce congestion.
Work with NZTA to upgrade key freight and evacuation routes.
Review the pros and cons of making public transport a stand-alone entity to provide a superior community service.
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