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French execs fly in as City Rail Link costs soar

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French executives are flying to New Zealand amid growing concerns over the Auckland City Rail Link’s timeline and budget. Initially projected at $2-3b, costs have surged to $5.5b, with a 50% chance of meeting the November 2025 deadline, according to an Auckland Council report. Mayor Wayne Brown expressed doubts about timely completion, despite project leaders’ confidence in a 2026 opening.

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