In a time of global economic downturn, such as the one we are living through, it is important to ensure that we do everything we can to make ourselves as competitive as we can in the global market. The government's priority for transport is to invest in land transport to increase economic productivity and growth in New Zealand. Quality land transport infrastructure and services are recognised as being an essential part of a successful and resilient economy. Good quality land transport enables

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... ople to access employment and businesses to get their goods to markets across the country, and is the first link in the 'logistics chain' to international markets, through our ports and airports. Therefore, investing in quality infrastructure, as John F. Kennedy so eloquently put it, contributes to our economic growth and productivity.