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Auckland inner-city traffic

Auckland inner-city traffic

As import tariffs have been removed from the price of cars, they have become more affordable for New Zealanders. The result has been growing traffic congestion, especially in Auckland. Moves to encourage car pooling and new investment in both the commuter railways and motorways promise some relief.

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New Zealand Herald
Reference: 19 February 2004

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Brian Easton. 'Economy', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 21-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/economy/5/2