State Highway 1 closed at the Brynderwyn Hills. Photo: RNZ / MARIKA KHABAZI
Truckies are hoping for a big lift in road funding in this year's Budget.
Roading is likely to be a big ticket item in the Budget, given flood damage costs of up to $14.5billion, half of which will be spent on infrastructure, including roads.
The National Road Carriers Association is calling for a 50 year roading plan, saying the road network is in poor shape and an investment strategy is desperately needed.
The Association's Chief Executive, Justin Tighe-Umbers, joins Corin Dann now.
