PremiumJames PocockEditor - Gisborne Herald·Gisborne Herald·19 Aug, 2026 11:23 PM4 mins to read‌James Smith, National Road Carriers Association general manager of policy and advocacy, believes a new Minister of Supply Chain role would benefit the industry and regions like Gisborne. One local MP isn't sure. Photo / National Road Carriers AssociationThe National Road Carriers Association says a new Minister of Supply Chain role should be created to have responsibility over New Zealand’s freight.It is one of six calls to action made in its “election manifesto” for parties to address industry pressures.

In Gisborne, all freight is carried by road