Speed vs Quality in Pothole Fixes | Christchurch News

Pothole fixes are fast—but are they lasting? The Transport Minister boasts 98% of state highway potholes patched within 24 hours, but Dr. Daniel van der Walt warns speed isn’t the goal—durability is. He argues global infrastructure gaps run into trillions, and New Zealand’s $3.9 billion investment still falls short. With temporary fixes often needing repeat visits due to weather, the real debate isn’t just about how quickly we patch—it’s whether we’re building roads that actually last. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e100288c74a27942