Transport
KiwiRail seeks feedback on new southern station designs
KiwiRail wants feedback on new train stations in Drury and Paerātā which it says will cater for the area's rapidly growing population.
Road to Zero strategy fails on all but one target
The government's strategy to reduce road deaths and injuries failed to meet all but one of its targets with breath testing and reducing speed limits lagging the most.
Masterton councillors to discuss fatal crash report
Masterton's elected members are set to discuss a report detailing a fatal two-plane crash near the council-owned Hood Aerodrome.
Auckland Harbour crossing and the latest news on RMA reforms
Bill joins Kathryn to talk about Waka Kotahi announcing a round of consultation on the next Auckland Harbour crossing, and whether there was much in the government's latest updates on its RMA reforms… Audio
Advocates disappointed at lack of progress on road safety campaigns
Motor safety advocates are disappointed at the progress made on the Road to Zero strategy, amid a deadly weekend on the roads.
Six people lost their lives in four separate crashes in the span of 12… Audio
Bus drivers have 'good pay rate now', new Auckland recruits say
The government is putting $61 million towards lifting bus driver wages nationwide, but the shortage remains, particularly in Auckland, where 500 drivers are still needed. Audio
Pleas to stop speeding after deadly weekend on the roads
Police are pleading with motorists to stop speeding and drive to the conditions, after a tragic weekend on the roads.
Six people died in four separate crashes in the span of 12 hours.
Three hundred… Audio
Auckland Transport holds careers day to recruit more drivers
Over the weekend, Auckland Transport held a careers day at Britomart station to try and recruit bus and train drivers, as well as ferry skippers and crew ... as well as parking officers. Nathan Rarere… Audio
First Up goes to bus driver school at Howick and Eastern Buses
New Zealand's Bus Companies are having to offer drivers more remuneration, amidst a nation-wide driver shortage Last month the government spent 61 million dollars to lift bus driver wages, but the… Audio
The Panel with Dr Ella Henry and Phil Taylor (Part 1)
Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Dr Ella Henry and Phil Taylor discuss Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Also, they discuss whether public… Audio
Wellington bus driver shortage: Another 114 services suspended
Another 114 Wellington bus trips will be temporarily suspended from Sunday due to the driver shortage.
Air NZ flight to Auckland lands safely after engine concerns
Air New Zealand has confirmed one of its aircraft has landed safely after the captain observed a flare from one of its engines.
Fullers apologises for 'disappointing' Auckland ferry disruptions
Fullers360 Chief Operations Officer Paul Trotman says up to five percent of its 5000 trips a month are being cancelled. Video, Audio
Lower speed limits save lives and make cities better places to live
Opinion - There has been some resistance to proposals on reducing urban speed limits right across the country but evidence suggests it's the right move, writes Simon Kingham.
'It's going to be an enormous job' - Waka Kotahi working to identify trouble spots on Ōpōtiki District roads
Waka Kotahi has told Ōpōtiki District Council it is aware two state highways in the area have 'significant issues' and it is assessing whether the alternative routes relied on in emergencies are fit…
Auckland Transport hoping to pick up more public transport workers with careers day
Have you ever fancied yourself a bus driver?
Or maybe you'd more inclined to take charge of a train or a ferry.
Well, this weekend is your chance to test the waters - Auckland Transport is holding a… Audio
Weather damage plays part in Waka Kotahi changing spending plans
The Transport Agency is in a $600 million hole and cutting spending targets on work including improving local roads and public transport infrastructure.
Scoot or bike and ride: Trial of new way to connect to public transport
A pilot programme set to run in Auckland is looking at how park and ride services could be adapted to scoot or bike and ride instead. The aim is to take the pressure off park and ride services which… Audio
What it's REALLY like to drive an EV in Aotearoa
New research indicates that EV registrations could overtake petrol cars in less than a year. Someone who knows all about making he switch to electric is senior lifestyle writer for Stuff Joanna Davis… Audio
Plan to reduce speed limits on some highways will save lives - AA
A proposal to reduce speed limits on 400km of highway is the best way to save lives and prevent injury, but would not be popular with everyone, the AA says. Audio
