Shane Jones suggests era of large-scale highway construction ending in New Zealand
Infrastructure Minister Shane Jones says he does not expect another four-lane highway to be built in New Zealand during his lifetime due to cost pressures.
Shane Jones made the prediction at an infrastructure debate in Wellington, stating politicians will struggle to justify the cost of major road projects. His comments suggest a shift away from large-scale highway development in New Zealand.
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are the days of building big roads really over?
Yeah, I don't know what to make of Shane Jones's prediction last night that the days of building big roads are over. He was at this infrastructure debate in Wellington and he said, and I quote, I personally don't see…