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Most Wellingtonians support second Mt Victoria tunnel despite political opposition

The PostNZ HeraldThursday 29 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A Curia poll shows 67% of Wellingtonians support building a second Mt Victoria tunnel. While most leading electoral candidates oppose the project, the Minister maintains the $3.8b development remains a priority despite recent deprioritisation.

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First reported by The Post, Thu 29 Oct, 4:12pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 14 hours
  1. The PostThe Post

    Mt Vic tunnel: Wellingtonians want it, but key candidates don't (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Majority of Wellingtonians want second Mt Victoria tunnel ASAP, minister maintains it’s a priority (opens in new tab)