Transport
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 7 March 2025
In today's episode, health Minister Simeon Brown has announced a radical overhaul of the public health system, including reinstating a board and partnering with the private sector, Labour's Chris… Audio
Petrol prices expected to drop
Some good news for drivers as petrol prices are expected to drop in the coming days. AA's fuel price spokesperson Terry Collins spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira. Audio
Three-car crash blocks lanes on Auckland's Northern Motorway
Emergency services were called just before midday after three cars collided near the Silverdale off-ramp.
Air New Zealand chief executive Greg Foran resigns
The chief executive will leave the airline in October after five years with the company.
Rock-throwing forces Whangārei bus to avoid route
The incident was damaging buses and putting drivers and passengers in danger.
Two separate crashes in Wairarapa
The first crash happened on Wednesday morning when a car hit a power pole, while three people received injuries in a crash in the same area that afternoon.
Christchurch Southern Motorway closed near Curletts road after crash
The Christchurch Southern Motorway is closed near Curletts Road after a crash involving a concrete mixer.
Rail maintenance vehicle struck by car at Matamata level crossing
A rail maintenance vehicle was struck by a car and derailed on Wednesday morning at a level crossing in Matamata.
Solomon Islands looks to set up its own ship registry
Solomon Islands is looking at starting up its own ship registry, following other Pacific Island nations despite other registries in the region being controversial. Audio
Jury hears climate change defence for Restore Passenger Rail protestors
A jury has heard that New Zealand's major cities could be underwater by the end of this century during the trial of climate activists who hung banners over Wellington's State Highways.
The second life of Auckland Airport's lost property
Prams, guitars and false teeth are among the surprising items left behind by some of the 18.5 million travellers who pass through the Auckland Airport each year.
'Way too many cones': Roadworks create confusion at licence testing
People taking driving tests in Wellington say long-running roadworks outside the main testing centre are creating "confusing" test conditions, putting them at an unfair disadvantage.
Motorists to face two agencies tracking their speed
On Monday, the police said it would be working with the Transport Agency to complement each other.
Why does traffic spike during 'March madness'?
And what you can do as Auckland drivers and businesses prepare for a month of congestion. Audio
Five-vehicle crash, one towing a boat, blocks key Auckland motorway
A multi-vehicle crash, including one towing a boat, is causing traffic delays on an Auckland motorway.
'March madness' sees congestion peak in Auckland
It's that time of year again, March madness has descended upon Auckland, sending motorists in the super city into a tailspin. Finn Blackwell has more. Audio
Lost your car key? Here's why they're so expensive to replace
How much can a car key cost to replace, you might think to yourself. Turns out, it can cost a lot.
Freight downturn eats into KiwiRail's half-year earnings
The state-owned company recorded an operating surplus of $25.8 million for the six months ended December, down more than a third from a year ago.
'Piss poor': Horse of the Year contenders stuck in South Island after ferry problems
Passengers booked on Bluebridge's Strait Feronia ferry are "stranded" due to mechanical problems.
Hopes new Marlborough port will speed-up region's wine exporting
The facility is located next to the country's largest wine bottler, WineWorks. Audio
