The Government Policy Statement on land transport 2024 (GPS 2024) sets a new direction for New Zealand’s land transport system over the next 10 years.
The overarching strategic priority for land transport investment is economic growth and productivity. Critical to achieving this is maintaining the state highway and local road networks and making sure people and freight can get where they need to go, quickly and safely.
We work in a complex operating environment, where we must meet our full range of statutory obligations and deliver on the Government’s expectations.
We have a clear direction to deliver a better transport network for New Zealanders at pace, with the new Roads of National Significance programme at the heart of this transformation.
Our investment in public transport is aimed at building important connections in our main urban areas to support economic growth by reducing congestion and travel times.
We’ll ensure there is sufficient funding for critical new services and with co-investment funding from our partners, we’ll maintain existing services.
The National Ticketing Programme will deliver an integrated public transport ticketing network across New Zealand.
Cost escalation continues to be a major factor to manage in infrastructure projects internationally, and we plan to focus on ensuring projects are well aligned with the GPS and deliver value for money.
Establishing a sustainable funding model will be critical for us to meet the Government’s expectations, particularly around improving road network condition and tackling urban congestion.
Over the coming year, we’ll look at alternative funding arrangements and delivery models, focus on driving performance and efficiency through our investments, and continue to progress the findings of the Land Transport Revenue Review.
We’ll focus on delivery of our core transport network and regulatory roles showing value for money for the taxpayer and Crown investment.
Continuing to accelerate the use of technology, innovative transport solutions and information systems is a priority.
Working with our partners and stakeholders, supply chain, local government and Māori will continue to be our focus.
Establishing a manageable work programme, balancing the delivery of our core transport network and regulatory roles with delivering the expectations of the Government will be critical to achieving the outcomes expected by GPS 2024.
This means we need to adapt the way we work and deliver our services more efficiently and effectively to show value for money and provide a better customer experience for New Zealanders using the land transport system.
Hon Simon Bridges, Chair
Nicole Rosie, Chief Executive
