# New Zealand political transport policy proposals > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-zealand-political-transport-policy-proposals > Updated: 2026-10-03T16:00:20.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. New Zealand political parties have introduced diverging transport infrastructure and public transit policies ahead of the November election. The ACT Party proposed a six-point plan focused on reducing infrastructure costs and prioritizing road maintenance and safety. Their policy emphasizes ‘no-frills, fit-for-purpose’ engineering and seeks to protect maintenance funding from being redirected to new capital projects. A central component involves restricting the use of the National Land Transport Fund for ‘non-functional art, monuments, and decorative amenity features’ to address the cost-of-living crisis. In contrast, the Green Party proposed an overhaul centered on public transport investment and rail expansion. Their plan includes a $2 fare cap for most adult bus and train journeys and the establishment of a national agency, Aotearoa Passenger Transport. The Greens also detailed a $4 billion initiative to revitalize passenger rail, featuring overnight sleeper services and the electrification of the Te Huia service, though opponents have questioned the commercial viability of these expansions. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-03: Green Party proposes New Zealand transport overhaul and rail expansion The Green Party has proposed a major transport overhaul in New Zealand, featuring a $2 fare cap, free travel for youth, and a $4 billion plan to expand intercity passenger rail services. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/green-party-proposes-new-zealand-transport-overhaul-and-rail-expansion ### 2026-09-07: ACT Party unveils six-point transport infrastructure plan The ACT Party has proposed a six-point transport plan for New Zealand, focusing on cost-effective infrastructure, protected maintenance funding, and eliminating spending on non-functional roadside art. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/act-party-unveils-six-point-transport-infrastructure-plan --- Cite as: New Zealand political transport policy proposals. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-zealand-political-transport-policy-proposals