Transport
Rail bridge reopened after floods left it sagging
A flood damaged rail bridge has been reopened after a support was swept away in high water, leaving the 610m-long structure sagging, but a mayor says more work is needed on crucial infrastructure.
US targets airlines' 'junk fees' in new aviation rules
The new rules require airlines to disclose extra service fees alongside the full fare and offer cash refunds for cancelled flights - not vouchers or credit.
Cash fare boxes stolen from Wellington buses
Police are investigating a string of cash fare boxes stolen from buses in Wellington.
Toll for Ashburton’s second bridge not being ruled out
The Transport Minister is not ruling out introducing a toll on a second Ashburton bridge - either on the new bridge or existing State Highway 1 crossing - to help pay for its construction.
Existing roads could be tolled, officials tell Transport Minister
Simeon Brown is being encouraged to look at charging for existing roads to relieve pressure on transport funding.
Tesla cuts prices after falling sales
Tesla has cut its vehicle prices in several major markets - including the US, China and Germany - after quarterly results showed falling sales and intensifying competition from other EV makers… Audio
NZ rail's track of perpetual failure
KiwiRail's future could be veering more towards mothballs than mega-ferries, but the government's not sending out any hints Audio
Call for Commerce Commission probe of New Zealand air fares
The airline sector is ripe for the kind of investigation that has been carried out in the grocery and banking sectors, Consumer NZ believes. Audio
Consumer wants microscope put over Air NZ fares
Air New Zealand's ramping up domestic airfares from tomorrow. Last week the National carrier warned travel agents that all existing bookings need to be ticketed by midnight, to avoid any price… Audio
Air New Zealand's domestic fares fly higher from midnight
From midnight tonight, Air New Zealand's domestic fares are going up, as it rolls out new pricing changes. Audio
Air NZ increasing domestic fares from tomorrow
Air New Zealand has announced changes for its short-haul flights later this year, but prices increases are coming first. Audio
Air NZ to increase domestic fares
From Tuesday, Air New Zealand will be increasing long-term domestic fares across all routes. House of Travel chief operating officer Brent Thomas spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Extended wait time on NZ passports
The Department of Internal Affairs is warning New Zealanders to apply for new passports at least two months before they need the document. Midday Report presenter Charlotte Cook spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
$10b transport plan gets tick from Canterbury mayors
The plan includes the proposed Woodend Bypass and a second Ashburton bridge as key projects.
Does the location determine a driving test outcome?
It's long been thought that where you choose to sit your driver's licence test impacts how easy or difficult it will be to pass. Now, new data released by Waka Kotahi has given credence to this. Audio
Government sent 'please explain' to council over Golden Mile
The contents were revealed in correspondence from Simeon Brown and Chris Bishop to Wellington's Mayor.
Salmon farm goes green with tuk-tuks
A salmon farm says using electric tuk-tuks on its canals has been so successful, they are going to get more.
The Panel with Nuwanthie Samarakone and Allan Blackman (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel Wallace is joined by panellists Nuwanthie Samarakone & Allan Blackman. They discuss the impact of Taranaki Regional Council scrapping subsidised school busses. Plus a dog that's… Audio
Temporary fix for sagging Rangitata rail bridge under way
One of 34 bridge piers was washed away in flood waters last Friday - and it is yet to be found.
NZTA pays compensation after bad roads damaged vehicles
The Transport Agency paid out $2800 on five claims for bad roads damaging vehicles, including potholes, in 2022-23.