Hon MICHAEL WOOD: —is practically finished. I want to thank—someone's in need of affirmation on that side of the House, aren't they, today? I want to thank the nearly 9,000 people who worked tirelessly on this project. They not only reconnected communities and businesses, they strengthened those connections. Tunnels have been enlarged to help freight move more easily, which will help the region's economic recovery. The roads have been engineered up to be more resilient and safer, with wider roads and guard rails along parts of the route to help save lives. The rebuild highlights the wider benefits of investing in infrastructure, which is part of the Government's economic plan. The workers have bought more than 240,000 meals from Kaikōura cafes and restaurants. I say well done to everyone who was involved in that project, and on this side of the House, we're big enough to acknowledge everyone, even the Hon Simon Bridges, even if his own colleagues won't. 