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Infrastructure New Zealand
Congratulations to Fraser Robertson on his appointment to the Infrastructure New Zealand Board.
We’re proud to share that Fraser Robertson, Director at RCP, has been re-elected to the Governance Board of Infrastructure New Zealand (INZ).
The newly elected INZ Industry Advisory Council (IAC) met last Monday to select the organisation’s governance board. With over two decades of experience in infrastructure and project delivery, Fraser brings a deep commitment to the sector’s long-term success.
Fraser has served on the Governance Board for the past two years, playing a key role in its initiatives and strategic conversations. In his capacity as IAC and Governance Board member, his expertise will continue to benefit the organisation and the wider industry.
“In recent years, we’ve seen significant change,” Fraser says. “Not just politically, but in how we think about infrastructure funding, governance, and the role of the private sector. Infrastructure New Zealand plays a key role in shaping that conversation. I saw this role as an opportunity to give back to the sector and influence at a broader level.”
A Platform for Systemic Change
Fraser was drawn to the INZ Board for its ability to address systemic challenges—how infrastructure is planned, funded, and delivered. He believes that for New Zealand to cement itself world-leading country, it must unlock productivity gains and improve investment decision making. “We are a small country with limited capital and resources, and although our physical isolation can provide benefits, it also compounds our challenges, so we need to be much smarter about what we invest in.”
Choosing the right delivery and funding models is important and often draws much attention, but what’s more critical is having clarity and continuity. “It is only when we know what we are going to build and when, can the industry truly invest and unlock the productivity gains so desperately required.”
Fraser sees bipartisan agreement on an infrastructure strategy as a key mechanism to achieve this, however, he emphasises that a strategy is merely a plan, and without a clear vision, the plan is directionless and will continue to be challenged at every political cycle. “It is critical that New Zealand develops a clear vision for what is wants to be in 30-50 years, once this is clear, a meaningful infrastructure strategy can be developed to get us there. It’s important to remember that infrastructure is an enabler, not the outcome.”
