55211 (2025). Hon Kieran McAnulty to the Minister of Transport

55211 (2025). Hon Kieran McAnulty to the Minister of Transport: What is the current estimated total cost of SH2 Melling Interchange, and how does that compare with the original approved budget, as at 24 November 2025?

Hon Chris Bishop: I am advised that the estimated total cost is $1,217 million, compared with an approved budget of $1,198 million. The forecast remains stable, with mitigation measures in place to manage contingency within the allocated budget.