I just had a chance to read this article about administration of Auckland’s regional public transport system. It is something I’ve been musing about for a few weeks, Why is there a lack of coordination within the regional transport bodies? It looks as if it’s national policy, mandated 15 years ago in the name of privatisation. The unfortunate side effect of open competition is an extreme lack of regard for public useability.

This topic demands public discussion. Even in Wellington, which boasts about public transport utilisation, we’re struggling to get from bus to train without paying a second full fare. The people are losing out and this policy needs to be examined.