New coalition government commits to accelerate four-lane expressway between Auckland and Whangarei, replacing Brynderwyn Hills route.

The new coalition government has pledged to accelerate work on a four-lane expressway between Auckland and Whangarei, replacing the crumbling Brynderwyn Hills route. This commitment comes after the recent closure of State Highway 1 at the Brynderwyn Hills due to slips, highlighting the urgency for an alternative route. The four-lane expressway is part of the government's Roads of National Significance programme.