Transport
Waka Kotahi intent on cut to speed limits across Northland
Northland has become New Zealand's first region-wide location for potentially cutting highway speed limits to 80km/h because of its roading management challenges.
Design team selected for new Picton and Wellington ferry terminals
The design team will take the existing concept design through to final design, ahead of construction starting later this year.
Luxon calls for Auckland fuel tax to be scrapped as prices rise
The National Party is calling for the regional fuel tax in Auckland to be scrapped to give motorists some relief in the face of skyrocketing prices.
Concern for tourism as third of bus and coach businesses closed during pandemic
The Bus and Coach Association is concerned there won't be enough operators to transport tourists around when borders start to open.
Cyclists allowed to use stretch of Transmission Gully despite 'no cycling' sign
Cyclists thought they had been banned from using a key stretch due to a 'no cycling' sign, but Waka Kotahi has now clarified they can use it - and the sign should have been covered.
Waka Kotahi holds firm on safer speed change to part of SH5
The threat of legal action's not enough to make Waka Kotahi pump the brakes on its decision to lower the speed limit on a large chunk of the Napier-Taupō Highway.
The maximum speed will drop from… Video, Audio
Airports urge self-isolation be scrapped when travellers return
Auckland Airport general manager Scott Tasker has told Checkpoint the international flight movements at Auckland in 2021 were about the same as what they were 35 years ago.
"So we've got a long way… Video, Audio
Many West Coast slips cleared, but work to continue over long weekend
NZTA says road crews have cleared many of the slips, but there are still slips and debris along State Highway 6 heading into Westport, around the Fox Hills, and elsewhere on the West Coast. Audio
'We get nothing' but lower speed limit: Opposition to SH5 change gathers pace
Regional leaders in Hawke's Bay have decided to oppose the decision to drop the speed limit on the highway between Napier and Taupō.
Hawke's Bay leaders may take Waka Kotahi to court
Hawke's Bay leaders may take the transport agency to court because they're enraged about the decision to drop the speed limit on the Napier-Taupo Rd to 80 kilometres.
In a meeting late yesterday… Audio
Investors can expect some healthy returns despite 'muted outlook'
Investment funds are expected to deliver good returns over the coming year, despite rising inflation and interest rates.
The Auckland light rail saga continues
At last a concrete plan for light rail in Auckland - but at an eye watering cost. What are the chances of this really happening? And is it the right option? Audio
Hawkes Bay leaders vote against 80km speed limit
The Hawkes Bay Regional Transport Committee this evening voted against dropping the speed limit from 100km/h to 80km/h that Waka Kotahi are bringing into force on February 18th. Audio
Hawke's Bay leaders meet over controversial highway speed
The speed limit on a notorious stretch of road is being hotly debated in Napier tonight. Local mayors, councillors and other leaders have been meeting Waka Kotahi, over the decision to lower the speed… Video, Audio
Roadworks cause concern for locals after crashes in Franklin
A series of road diversions due to roadworks on State Highway 22 are dangerous and leading to an increase in serious car crashes, residents say.
Solving the World's Problems with Simon Wilson
Senior New Zealand Herald writer, Simon Wilson talks to Jesse about road safety. He believes there are some simple fixes to reduce crashes and the road toll. Audio
Mainfreight NZ mandates Covid-19 vaccine for staff
Mainfreight has mandated its New Zealand staff to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
Waka Kotahi warns weather will affect road conditions
Transport agency Waka Kotahi says heavy rain forecast for the West Coast is expected to make roads dangerous and some could become impassible due to slips and flooding. It's warning motorists not to… Audio
Road speed advocate looking at new options to sway Waka Kotahi
Residents and leaders in Hawke's Bay are making last-ditch attempts to stop lower speed limits on the highway between Napier and Taupō.
Hawke's Bay locals' last-ditch attempt to keep Napier-Taupō road at 100km/h
Locals and leaders in Hawke's Bay are making last-ditch attempts to try and stop lower speed limits on the highway between Napier and Taupō.
The speed limit on most of the road is set to change from… Audio
