Transport
Rail link for students between Christchurch and Dunedin proposed
A University of Otago lecturer wants a special railway line between Christchurch and Dunedin set up for students to travel between cities.
Otago Business School senior lecturer Dr Duncan Connors says… Audio
Heavy rain swamps roads in Tai Rāwhiti, Coromandel, Northland
Persistent rain and wind following Cyclone Lola has left some local roads and state highways swamped in Tai Rāwhiti, Coromandel, and Northland.
On Monday, State Highway 35 was closed by a fallen… Audio
Ōkaihau Branch Railway remembered on centenary
Plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of New Zealand's northernmost railway are picking up steam.
Christchurch buses go cash-free from mid-2024
Tickets on the Greater Christchurch Metro Network will be paid by debit card or devices to make it safer for drivers and passengers.
Older drivers will need more roundabouts, better signs
New research finds older drivers are not higher risk behind the wheel, but suggests as the proportion of seniors grows, we'll need more roundabouts and better road signs. Audio
Severe weather warnings expected to hamper roads
Conditions on the roads over the next few days are expected to be unsafe in areas due to adverse weather.
Severe weather warnings will make driving more dangerous on Thursday.
Waka Kotahi journey… Audio
Heavy and light traffic fell in September, Truckometer data finds
Road freight movements have hit a spring pothole, easing off the highs seen a month prior.
New Waiheke Island ferry service promises cheaper fares
People who travel between Auckland and Waiheke Island are celebrating promised savings, with a new ferry operator making waves in the Hauraki Gulf. Audio
New ferry operator making waves in Hauraki Gulf
People who travel between Auckland and Waiheke Island are celebrating promised savings, with a new ferry operator making waves in the Hauraki Gulf. From next month, Island Direct will operate a… Audio
Fullers not concerned about new player in Waiheke ferry market
There's a new ferry service in town set to offer trips between Auckland and Waiheke at a cheaper price than long-running operator Fullers360. From next month, Island Direct will provide up to 18… Video, Audio
Better sooner - cycle lane advocates on controversial Thorndon plan
The sooner that controversial construction starts on Wellington's Thorndon Quay the better it is for cyclists and public transport, cycling advocates says.
New ferry service announced for Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island is getting a new ferry service next month, to compete with an industry-dominating company.
More services to be added to Te Huia train timetable
People will soon have more flexibility when taking the train between Hamilton and Auckland.
Brace for 'extraordinarily expensive' international travel - industry insider
International flights could be especially pricey next year due to capacity problems, an aviation expert says. Audio
Labour Weekend road toll: Crashes in Northland, Waikato, Auckland
Labour Weekend has begun with a bad start on the roads, with people killed in crashes in Northland and Waikato, and crashes in Hamilton, Wellsford and Drury.
Cruise control: Lyttelton to bus passengers straight to Christchurch
Incoming cruise ship passengers will be bussed straight from Lyttelton's port to Christchurch.
One dead in Blenheim light aircraft crash
The sole occupant of a light aircraft which crashed at Omaka Aerodrome has died.
Petrol proces drop ahead of long weekend
Petrol prices have dropped ahead of a long weekend for Aotearoa.
This will come as a relief to drivers after the cost to fill the tank got to around $3 a litre.
Gaspy is an app that tracks prices… Audio
Class action lawsut filed against Toyota
A class action lawsuit has been filed, alleging thousands of Toyota cars sold in New Zealand since 2015 are faulty and that owners deserve compensation.
The lawsuit estimates 35,000 Hilux, Fortuner… Audio
Buses replace trains in Auckland and Wellington over Labour Weekend
KiwiRail shuts down passenger lines for maintenance work and major projects.
