Public transport advocates unhappy with most harbour crossing proposals

From Morning Report, 7:10 am on 31 March 2023

Public transport advocates say the government is putting the cart before the horse with most of its Auckland harbour crossing proposals. 

The government has unveiled five options for an additional harbour bridge or tunnel across Waitemata harbour.

All but one include a new path for road traffic.

But opponents are urging option two - a dedicated public transport, walking and cycling crossing - be built first.

They say another road crossing could come later - if it's still needed. 

Finn Blackwell has more.