National’s proposal to boost spending on transport and communications infrastructure by four and half billion is well overdue.
Despite the moans from libertarians and environmentalists, Key’s proposal makes sound economic sence.
It’s essential for a government in a small, isolated country like New Zealand to make a serious funding commitment to infrastructure, and its cheaper to do so during a recession when construction costs are lower.
Furthermore, the longer we put off essential development, the more expensive it becomes.
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