Transport
Uni students missing class over lack of campus parks
Frustrated University of Canterbury students are missing out on lectures or late for class because of the daily struggle to find a car park on campus or surrounding Ilam streets. Audio
Canterbury students missing class due to lack of parking
Frustrated University of Canterbury students are missing out on lectures or late for class because of the daily struggle to find a car park on campus or surrounding Ilam streets. Some have resorted to… Audio
China puts new restrictions on EV battery tech
It's the latest move to consolidate its dominance in the sector that has contributed to the country's lead in the global EV race.
New details in Air India crash probe shift focus to plane's captain
A cockpit recording indicates the captain turned off the switches that controlled fuel flowing to the plane's engines, a US report says.
Freezing fog and black ice on South Island roads
The Transport Agency is warning drivers to avoid travelling in affected areas, if possible. Audio
South Island motorists warned about freezing fog and black ice
The transport agency is warning motorists about challenging driving conditions on central South Island highways over the next few days. NZTA senior network manager Scott McKenzie spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Locals renew call for train services to Auckland's North-West
More than 1000 people have signed a petition asking for a passenger rail service through to Huapai.
Waiuku locals call for speed limit enforcements after crash kills three
Locals in the town of Waiuku are sounding the alarm over a narrow, bumpy road that claimed the lives of a woman and two children yesterday afternoon. Concerned residents have said Masters Road is too… Audio
Spike in number of vehicles illegally ripping up parks
A spike in the number of bikes and cars illegally ripping up parks is being reported across the country. Tauranga, Rotorua and Auckland councils are among those who have said thousands of ratepayer… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 July 2025
In today's episode, three people died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash near Waiuku in rural Auckland on Tuesday afternoon; The Medical Council says the health system is under strain and it's… Audio
Adult and two children dead after single car crash in Waiuku
Police have confirmed one adult and two children died when their car left the road near Waiuku in rural Auckland on Tuesday afternoon. Local volunteer first responder Tremayne Thompson spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Three killed in single-vehicle crash in rural Auckland
Three people died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash near Waiuku in rural Auckland on Tuesday afternoon. Local resident Billy McLean spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Trains suspended on Wellington's Hutt Valley line after person dies
Police are responding to an 'emergency services incident' on railway lines in Waterloo in the Hutt Valley.
Serious crash disrupts traffic on Auckland's Upper Harbour Highway
A person has suffered serious injuries following the crash which has closed a section of the highway.
Fog causes disruption at Christchurch Airport
Fog has caused disruption at Christchurch Airport this morning with dozens of flights cancelled or delayed.
Auckland Transport collects almost $19 million since raising parking fines
Auckland Transport's collected almost $19 million in fines since parking penalties went up 70 percent in October last year. AT Head of Transport and Parking Compliance Rick Bidgood spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Tasman highway reopens after subsidence of road
State Highway 60 on the Riwaka side of Takaka Hill in the Tasman region has reopened after it was closed due to movement and subsidence of the road.
Auckland trains delayed after person spotted on rail corridor
An emergency response to a trespasser at Middlemore Station has lead to delays on the Southern and Eastern rail lines.
Bike numbers increasing in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch
More people are getting on their bikes in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch with numbers up year-on-year. Climate change correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
More city cyclists get on their bikes - but there is untapped demand for more
There is untapped demand from those who do not have bikes, or the confidence to ride them, researchers and council staff say.
