Transport
'Morally reprehensible': Families reject NZ$817m fine for Boeing
Families for some of the 346 people killed in two fatal Boeing 737 MAX crashes have asked a judge to reject the deal.
Council wasn't advised of ageing water mains under Thorndon Quay - business group
Businesses are concerned the cycleway being built will end up being ripped up due to an ageing pipe network underneath.
Speed bumps slow emergency vehicle responses - councillor
Life-saving minutes are being lost because the new bumps slow emergency vehicle response times, a Wellington councillor says. Audio
Roadside drug testing could penalise prescription users - experts
The coalition is progressing a law change that will give the police the power to randomly saliva-test drivers for drug use.
Air NZ scraps 2030 climate targets
One expert says the airline's climate change target was unrealistic, as Air New Zealand says it will work on a new target.
NZTA on driving in wintry conditions
The recent warm weather may have fooled you into thinking Spring has sprung. But a cold easterly front has settled across the South Island, bringing heavy rain, ice, and snow. NZTA systems manager… Audio
Arsonists attack French railways hours before Olympic ceremony
Hundreds of thousands of people are stranded after vandals set off explosives, bringing major disruption just ahead of the Games.
Transport Agency's $1.3m consultant spend for Wellington projects
Staff working on a second Mt Victoria Tunnel and the Basin Reserve upgrade were paid $175,000 - but consultants were paid nearly $1.3 million.
Deal to put 20 hydrogen trucks on road upended
The US company modifying the trucks to use green fuel has pulled out - but all is not lost.
'Huge relief' as cargo ship arrives at isolated Chathams
A Chatham Islands farmer says the return of a long-awaited cargo ship is a light at the end of the tunnel.
$800 million upgrade announced for North Island trains
The Government says the current train fleet operating on the Wairarapa and Manawatu lines will not last another five years. Greater Wellington Regional Council chair Daran Ponter spoke to Tuwhenuaroa… Audio
$800m upgrade announced for lower North Island rail
The upgrades are expected to shave 15 minutes off the trip between Wellington and Masterton.
Plunging EV sales push NZ charger manufacturer to look to Australia
A New Zealand manufacturer of EV chargers says it is switching its focus to the Australian market, partly because of New Zealand's plunging EV sales.
Transport Minister announces upgrade to commuter trains
The Transport Minister's announced an upgrade for commuter trains connecting the capital with Palmerston North and Masterton, with new carriages running more frequently by the end of the decade… Audio
NZ manufacturer of EV charges switches focus to Aus market
A New Zealand manufacturer of EV chargers is switching its focus to the Australian market, because of New Zealand's plunging EV sales. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
Concerns motorists may ignore 50km/h speed limit, despite multiple crashes
The temporary speed limit was introduced on Tuesday along a section of State Highway 8's Tekapo-Twizel highway for the remainder of the winter period.
Northland expressway plan: Businessman hopes it'll be done in his lifetime
This week's announcement has given one business leader hope it will be completed during his lifetime.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 24 July
On today's episode, we hear from Labour leader Chris Hipkins after his party has accused the Government of "political spin" by appointing a commissioner to head health agency Te Whatu Ora, a large… Audio
Far North mayor wants work to begin on new mega-project road as soon as possible
Moko Tepania says an expressway link with Auckland was already too late. Audio
The Wellington road that will have six crossings in under 2km
About $55 million will be spent on upgrading Thorndon Quay.