A new report suggests New Zealand is missing out on billions of dollars as a result of delayed decision-making over infrastructure.

The report commissioned by Infrastructure New Zealand suggests it currently takes on average 15 years to deliver major transport links across the country.

Meanwhile traffic congestion is costing Aucklanders up to $1.3 billion annually, more than $1,000 a year per adult living in the city.

Infrastructure New Zealand Policy Director Michelle McCormick told Mike Hosking delays have been down to an array of reasons.

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A new report suggests New Zealand is missing out on billions of dollars as a result of delayed decision-making over infrastructure.
The report commissioned by Infrastructure New Zealand suggests it currently takes on average 15 years to deliver major transport links across the country.
Meanwhile traffic congestion is costing Aucklanders up to $1.3 billion annually, more than $1,000 a year per adult living in the city.
Infrastructure New Zealand Policy Director Michelle McCormick told Mike Hosking delays have been down to an array of reasons.
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