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Infrastructure NZ chief says political stop-starts cost NZ billions in wasted planning.
In brief
Infrastructure NZ chief says political stop-starts cost NZ billions in wasted planning. 93% of infrastructure workers say cross-party agreement on major projects is their top priority ahead of election. Originally reported by NZ Herald.
Infrastructure survey
Infrastructure New Zealand surveyed 290 sector professionals ahead of election.
Top priority
93% of respondents ranked cross-party agreement on major infrastructure priorities as their top priority.
Industry concern
40% of respondents lost staff to overseas in the last year, a trend over three years.
Political promises
National's Chris Bishop and Labour's Kieran McAnulty promised bipartisan infrastructure approaches.
Election uncertainty
91% of respondents said election created uncertainty for investment decisions.
Government impact
Current government paused or delayed infrastructure projects, worsening industry constraints.
Industry readiness
56% of respondents said nz is ill-prepared for infrastructure investment in next 12 months.
Funding pipeline
Industry wants funded multiyear pipeline that survives government changes.
Long-term solution
Leggett says long-term sequenced funding reduces costs and builds industry confidence.
Government change risk
91% of respondents believe government change would alter infrastructure priorities.
Current challenges
Energy projects and Auckland Airport face delays due to political stop-starts.
Industry confidence
Some projects like watercare show confidence despite political uncertainty.
Future outlook
Industry seeks stable funding to keep workers and equipment in new zealand.
The one thing
93% of infrastructure workers say cross-party agreement on major projects is their top priority ahead of election.
