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At our annual conference, I had the pleasure of setting out Transporting New Zealand’s policy priorities as we approach Election 2026. These priorities come from our members, have good cut through with the public, and acknowledge how important our sector is to the success of the whole country.

Improved access arrangements for urgent Tiniroto Road repairs are a positive step after initial closure plans threatened major disruption to freight and the local community.

The road freight sector and wider economy will benefit from the Government removing barriers to improve freight productivity and minimise diesel use.