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Barry Soper: Are we ever going to see another Auckland Harbour crossing?

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Mon, 17 Aug 2026, 5:21pm
The Government is providing an update on its work progressing a second harbour crossing. Photo / NZME
The Government is providing an update on its work progressing a second harbour crossing. Photo / NZME

A major decision lies ahead, as the Government confirms a business case into another Auckland Harbour crossing.

Cabinet's agreed a Crown-led case into the pros and cons of a bridge or tunnel - and will also investigate a Meola Reef crossing option.

The Government's not ruling out tolls, or potential co-investment from Auckland Council.

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explained further.

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