The way New Zealand plans, funds and delivers infrastructure must be a key issue at this year’s election, and Infrastructure New Zealand is taking that debate directly to New Zealanders.

New Zealand needs a national economic ambition so we know what infrastructure we’re building and why, Infrastructure New Zealand says as Building Nations 2026 gets underway in Ōtautahi Christchurch today.

New Zealand spends enough money on building its infrastructure. The problem is we’re getting some of the worst value for that spend in the developed world.

Infrastructure New Zealand today launched its 2026 Election Manifesto, saying the reason for the poor value is over-politisification of infrastructure project decisions, and how poorly we plan, prioritise and deliver.

New Zealand’s infrastructure problem isn’t a money problem. It’s a decision-making problem. That’s the conclusion of a new Infrastructure New Zealand report, which says we could dramatically improve the way we deliver infrastructure by making better long term decisions, rather than spending more.

“Strong choices and clear signals of investment intent.” That’s Infrastructure New Zealand’s assessment of the New Zealand Transport Agency’s Major Transport Projects Pipeline, released today.

Infrastructure New Zealand has welcomed the Government’s support for the National Infrastructure Plan, saying the focus must now shift to delivery.

Infrastructure New Zealand says a new report from the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, confirms that New Zealand’s persistently high electricity prices are not simply a market issue, but the predictable result of years of policy uncertainty and the absence of a long-term energy plan.

New Zealand’s local government reform agenda will only succeed if it leads to faster infrastructure delivery, more housing and stronger regional capability — not simply structural reshuffling, says Infrastructure New Zealand.

Infrastructure New Zealand is pleased to announce the appointment of Kanoa Lloyd as Strategy and Engagement Manager.

Auckland’s City Deal will boost New Zealand’s economic growth if it’s done well, Infrastructure New Zealand says.