Ministers in New Zealand have confirmed that the government will fund Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) project.
The $2.86 billion line will connect Auckland’s Britomart station to Eden Terrace, reducing travel times significantly through the city and relieving pressure on the existing rail network.
Auckland Mayor Len Brown said: “The government has now given us a huge challenge to respond to. Along with the electrification of rail, the CRL will be the biggest advance in Auckland transport since the Harbour Bridge.
“Building the CRL is my number one priority as Mayor.
“It will be a vital piece of infrastructure for Auckland’s economy, and will enable us to better meet the challenges of a growing city.
He added: “We now need to focus on working closely with the government to agree the exact timing and to keep the project moving forward at pace.
The CRL will be built in two 3.5km long twin tunnels up to 45 metres below the city centre.
