Hīkina te Kohupara included ideas such as ending the importation of fossil-fuelled vehicles by 2035 and making public transport more affordable, or even free. 93 per cent generally supported the move to eliminating transport emissions, with 81 per cent calling for greater ambition. “Quite a few councils” and academics questioned the level of investment, and constraints within the National Land Transport Fund which contributes to project and public transport. Councils also called for “clear guidance” from the government on urban planning issues such as how to link density and mixed use developments, with public transport, walking and cycling. Submitters offered ideas to help get more people out of cars, including workplace incentives to encourage public and active transport, and removing Fringe Benefit Tax from public transport passes offered to staff.

Source: Stuff August 17, 2021 17:00 UTC