Auckland faces productivity and infrastructure challenges, new report finds

Tuesday 15 July 2025 · 5 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 15 Jul 2025, 11:12am

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The State of the City report indicates Auckland is falling behind international peers due to flatlining productivity and poor planning. The city faces issues with low housing density and a high dependence on cars. Experts suggest urgent action is needed regarding transport and innovation to remain competitive.

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1. The PostTue 15 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   The State of Auckland: Its productivity problem is holding back NZ (opens in new tab)

   Also on The Press (opens in new tab), Waikato Times (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 15 Jul 2025, 8:29am

   Auckland more dependent on cars, less density than its peers, report finds (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldTue 15 Jul 2025, 11:12am

   Auckland must boost transport, housing to stay competitive: Report (opens in new tab)