Infrastructure New Zealand Policy Positions

Infrastructure New Zealand’s policy positions reflect our commitment to long-term, system-wide improvement across the sector. Based around our three strategic themes: people, planet, and productivity, these positions guide our advocacy and help shape the national conversation on infrastructure.

Aotearoa New Zealand faces pressing challenges, including a growing infrastructure deficit, climate change, and the need for more sustainable urban development. We believe it’s time to move beyond short-term, ad-hoc fixes and focus on building a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready system. Key priorities include developing a vision for our infrastructure sector, enhancing diversity and inclusion, improving funding and financing tools, and strengthening infrastructure delivery and procurement.

These positions are not static, they evolve in response to emerging issues and opportunities. Through this work, we aim to influence positive change and support the delivery of world-class infrastructure that benefits all New Zealanders.

Tranche One

Better Local Government

Tranche Two

Transport Pricing

Tranche Three

Digital

Tranche Four

Water Infrastructure and Services

Tranche Five

Asset Recycling