Construction of stations and supporting rail infrastructure is now likely to be completed by the end of 2025, at a total estimated cost of more than $5 billion.
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Auckland's City Rail Link is nearing a significant milestone, with the tunnel-boring phase of the project almost completed.
Checkpoint's Tom Taylor and Nick Monro headed underground to capture the action.
The biggest challenges for Auckland's City Rail Link are likely yet to come, according to the watchdog on government spending.
A report into the multibillion dollar project by the Auditor General's office says it will cost more than is budgeted and will take longer than expected, partly due to Covid.
The 3.4 kilometre twin tunnel underground rail link is expected to double the number of Aucklanders living within 30 minutes' travel of the city centre.
But the report also says the CRL will likely face more disruptions due to supply chain delays and competition for workers.
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff talks through the details with Lisa Owen.