Transport
Local freight industry concerned about the resurgence of global shipping disruptions
The global supply chain is facing new disruptions from drought and war.
Milford Road Alliance's hard work recognised internationally
The team that works on the Milford Road in Fiordland National Park team who keep the traffic flowing and the tourists happy have been recognised internationally for their efforts. Audio
'Significant affordability issues': Red light for Labour's plan for second harbour crossing
The previous government's plan for a second harbour crossing in Auckland does not have the support of the transport agencies tasked with taking on the project.
World-first trial of uncrewed aircraft a success
A world-first trial has just finished near Christchurch, in which an uncrewed aircraft has safely integrated into controlled airspace, flying among other piloted planes.
A series of test flights with… Audio
Budget shortfall threatens Wellington train services
A billion-dollar budget shortfall threatens to significantly disrupt Wellington's train services over the next few years.
A report by the Greater Wellington Regional Council identifies insufficient… Audio
Council signals risk of major cuts to Wellington's passenger rail services
Passenger train services in Wellington could be cut drastically if something is not done about the rail network's chronic underfunding, the regional council says.
Transmission Gully wrongly claiming international accreditation for sustainability - certifier
Waka Kotahi has been making exaggerated claims about how 'green' its highways are. This has come to light amid investigations into Transmission Gully's impacts on fish, streams and Porirua Harbour.
Transport advocate suggests closer scrutiny of CRL as deadline looms
The boss of Auckland's long-anticipated underground rail network is giving no guarantee it will hit its opening deadline of 2026. Audio
Transport agency seeking feedback on Brynderwyn Hills repair timetable
Waka Kotahi is considering delaying a planned closure of State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyn Hills for slip repairs following an outcry from Northland businesses.
InterCity owner Entrada buys Greyhound Australia
Auckland-based travel and tourism operator Entrada has taken over one of Australia's biggest tourist bus operators, Greyhound.
People travelling despite cost of living crisis
Despite the rising cost of living, new travel data shows airline capacity is back to 90 percent of pre Covid levels.
New Flight centre data shows the travel trends for the first full year since… Audio
City Rail Link deadline not guaranteed - project boss
Construction of Auckland's City Rail Link is nearly done, but there is no guarantee the November 2025 deadline will be met, chief executive Sean Sweeney says. Audio
Wairoa waiting to see new govt's recovery minister
To Hawke's Bay now, and YET ANOTHER slip closed part of state highway 2 between Napier and Wairoa yesterday, and motorists were left without a detour. The road stayed closed overnight and Waka Kotahi… Audio
Motorists urged to check updated vehicle safety ratings
New Zealand's transport agency is asking drivers to check the safety ratings of their cars.
Will we see the Tesla Cybertruck in Aotearoa?
Today Tesla announced the final specifications - and price - for their controversial Cybertruck. Almost five years since they announced, and started taking pre-orders, for the car! In the USA it… Audio
Wellington 'bustastrophe' nearing end as more services planned
Wellingtonians can expect to see the city's bus timetables return to normal by the end of January, after grappling with ghost buses and cancelled services for more than a year.
Wellington nurses warn staff may quit jobs over parking restriction
Nurses and other staff at Wellington Hospital warn plans by the council to restrict nearby parking could force some to quit their jobs. Over half of those who responded to consultation on the plan… Audio
Bay of Plenty locals feeling hard done by after hefty parking fines
A storm's brewing over a Bay of Plenty Coffee cart and some instant parking tickets. The drive through coffee shop is on a lot behind a service station at Tauriko on State Highway 29 just out of… Video, Audio
'Bus-tastrophe' over as timetables return to normal in Wellington
Wellingtonians can expect to see the city's bus timetables return to normal by the end of January, after grappling with ghost buses and cancelled services for more than a year.
Metlink told… Audio
Solving the World's Problems with Simon Wilson
Today NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson looks at the suggestion to build a gondola network to help ease traffic woes around Aotearoa. Audio
