Transport
Nelson and Tasman to get major public transport revamp from August
Nelson and Tasman will soon have a new public transport service - with more destinations, more regular buses and lower fares - serviced by a fleet of 17 electric buses.
Fully electric bus service on its way to Nelson and Tasman
In a few months, Nelson and Tasman will have a new bus service - with more destinations, more regular buses and lower fares. The main fleet of seventeen buses will also be fully electric. Some… Audio
The cheapest and most expensive places to fuel up in Auckland
Petrol prices across Auckland are varying drastically, with a 61-cent difference between the cheapest and priciest. Audio
Staggering difference in petrol prices across Auckland
61 cents. That's the staggering difference in the cost of a litre of unleaded 91 petrol across Auckland and the AA says the difference could be up to 65 cents a litre for diesel. Motorists have… Audio
Auckland Transport hopes new bus driver recruits will restore network efficiency
Auckland Transport hopes the recruitment of hundreds of new bus drivers over the next several months will bring the city's bus system back from the brink. Audio
300 new bus drivers aimed at filling Auckland driver shortage
Auckland Transport is getting closer to filling its driver shortage and bringing back cancelled services. AT had to cull about a thousand bus services a day because it didn't have enough drivers to… Video, Audio
Homegrown electric moped maker pins hopes on capital raise
A New Zealand company behind an electric moped is looking to raise capital.
Qantas plans to develop sustainable aviation fuel for use by 2050
The head of Qantas says there is a path to zero carbon emissions by 2050 for the aviation industry, but does not see green hydrogen in the mix.
Public transport discount for under-25s hits snag
The policy is supposed to take effect on 1 July but Wellington, and potentially Auckland, are not ready for it. Audio
Aviation sector couple of years away from full recovery - Qantas boss
The head of Qantas says it will probably take a couple of years before the aviation industry returns to pre-Covid levels.
Transport discount for young people hits a snag
The Government's Budget promise of cheap public transport for five to 24-year-olds has hit a major snag with some of the biggest councils still figuring out a system for checking a passenger's age… Audio
Qantas' NYC flight aims to take bite of big apple from Air NZ
Qantas' boss is in the country touting his new route which is in direct competition with Air New Zealand. New Zealanders now have two options to fly to the Big Apple. Qantas will launch its direct… Video, Audio
Work begins on Forgotten World Highway bridge
The new bridge marks a milestone in a package of roading projects the government says could boost economic activity in the area by up to $45 million.
Nelson Slipway upgrade to enhance Port Nelson's marine maintenance facilities
A $20 million operation is underway to enhance the marine maintenance facilities at Port Nelson.
Minibus bus fares remain unchanged for 30 years in North Canterbury
In North Canterbury, a transport service for older members of the community and those with disabilities hasn't upped its prices in over 30 years. Audio
Parts of Muriwai to reopen to public on Friday
Parts of Muriwai are about to reopen to the public for the first time since Cyclone Gabrielle.
At least 10 killed, dozens injured in NSW wedding bus crash
At least 10 people have died and 25 injured after a bus overturned in the Hunter Valley in New South Wales last night. The bus was carrying passengers travelling from a wedding to their accommodation… Audio
Cordons in storm-damaged Muriwai to be lifted this Friday
It's one of the jewels in Auckland's crown, but for the past four months only locals have been able to visit the black sand surf Mecca of Muriwai. From Friday, that's finally going to change. Auckland… Video, Audio
Fatal New South Wales bus crash: Latest details
A wedding party has turned to tragedy in New South Wales, where 10 people have been killed in a bus crash. Another 25 people are injured. The crash happened about 11:30 at night in the Hunter Valley… Video, Audio
Nelson Airport asks for feedback on extension of runway, land zoning
Nelson Airport's chief executive hopes the changes will ensure a sustainable future for aviation in the region.
