Infrastructure
KiwiRail lays tracks too close together in Wairarapa
KiwiRail is fronting yet another please explain meeting, this time about its rail services in Wairarapa.
During a $100 million upgrade to the Wairarapa line, KiwiRail laid the tracks too close… Audio
New bridge reconnects isolated Wairoa communities
After nearly two years of disruption and isolation, three rural Wairoa communities are connected once again with the opening of a new temporary bridge.
Economic boost for Coromandel with SH 25A reopening early
The early reopening of the cyclone-ravaged State Highway 25A on the Coromandel Peninsula increased GDP in the region by almost $86 million.
That's according to a new report out by Infrastructure New… Audio
Burst water pipe on Lambton Quay repaired
A water drinking pipe which burst on Wellington's Lambton Quay on Friday afternoon has been repaired.
Water wars: Who pays and what happened to $1.2b?
Analysis: The government's plan raises questions as it is revealed Labour spent $1.2b setting up the repealed Three Waters scheme.
Eden Park on the truth behind Taylor Swift's NZ snub
The Australian leg of the Eras Tour is kicking off, but questions remain as to why she isn't coming here.
Wellington councillors vote on cuts in Long Term Plan
Wellington city councillors have voted on a proposal to cut funding to the Khandallah Pool, reduce the budget for graffiti management and stop the annual fireworks display.
KiwiRail asks who will pay for ferry terminal upgrade
KiwiRail says it is now looking at buying second-hand ships for the Cook Strait ferry service, and is asking what to do about the terminals.
More Auckland trains cancelled due to speed restrictions
Commuters are being warned to expect delays today as 19 trains have been cancelled due to existing speed restrictions
Train track foundations in Auckland not strong enough - KiwiRail
MPs have questioned KiwiRail executives and the board chair about why it had got this bad.
Wellington clear of highest drought risk period
If usage peaks or there is a major incident, all outdoor water use could still be banned at short notice.
Key transport heads meet over Auckland train debacle
Auckland's mayor says the meeting about days of transport woes went surprisingly well and was productive.
Third day of cancellations and delays hits Auckland trains
Track problems at Britomart Station have caused more woe for commuters. Audio
Further disruption to Auckland trains
There's been even further disruption for Auckland train commuters after an infrastructure problem closed two platforms at Britomart Station, affecting services on major lines.
It comes on top of days… Audio
Fast-track consents plan won't derail fight over seabed mining - iwi
An iwi will continue to oppose to seabed mining even if the government introduces a fast-track consenting regime for significant infrastructure and development projects.
Councils left 'carrying the can' for water upgrades - Hipkins
Councils can ill afford to pay for the upgrades and steep rate increases will follow, the Labour leader says. Audio
Three Auckland water pipes break within 24 hours
Watercare had to send a water tanker to Auckland residents and a retirement village whose taps turned off last night after three pipes broke.
KiwiRail working to upgrade heat resistance of Auckland train tracks
Extensive work was done over the summer holidays but not all the track was upgraded to make it more heat resistant. Audio
Communities may need to be moved out of harm's way to adapt to warming climate
Insurers want New Zealand to show the world how to safely move communities out of harms' way, as the country adapts to the changing risks of a warming climate.
It's roughly a year since Cyclone… Audio
Roads still fragile one year after Cyclone Gabrielle
Roading networks along the North Island's East Coast are still fragile one year after Cyclone Gabrielle caused widespread devastation.
State Highways are still being repaired, with many temporary… Audio