Transport
Close shaves on capital's new cycle lane
Cyclists in the capital are still reporting close shaves from aggressive drivers when using the new two-lane cycle-lane connecting the Basin Reserve and Waitangi Park on the waterfront.
Some… Audio
Fears Interislander ferry issues could prove fatal if not fixed
Commuters who depend on the Interislander say the service being offered by KiwiRail is not good enough, after another fault that left passengers stuck.
People who depend on Interislander say service isn't good enough
People who depend on the Interislander say the service being offered by Kiwirail just isn't good enough, after another fault left passengers stuck. Those onboard the Kaitaki spent the night anchored… Audio
Black ice warning issued for South Island
There's a blanket black ice warning issued for South Island roads as cold weather affects drivers through the country.
Snow is hindering travel at the top of the South Island, with closures around… Audio
Interislander ferry spent night in Wellington harbour after steering issues
Interislander ferry the Kaitaki, which departed Wellington for Picton at 8.30pm on Wednesday night, returned to the city and was anchored in the harbour after developing issues with its steering just… Audio
Cold blast hits south
It's setting up to be a cold and slippery day for parts of Wellington and the South Island.
That's the word from MetService who've put out a heavy snow watch for inland Buller and western parts of… Audio
Public transport use jumps for first time since pandemic
Public transport usage in New Zealand has jumped for the first time since the pandemic began, according to a new report.
Consulting firm EY's mobility consumer index report has found public transport… Audio
Introduction of electric buses sees large spike in trips
Public transport usage across Nelson and Tasman has increased by more than 40 percent since the new electric bus service began a week ago.
'We will get there': The massive job rebuilding Northland's Mangamuka Gorge road
A year on from the storm that destroyed a section of SH1 the original 26 slips have grown to 38, making completing the repair on time "more and more challenging".
30kph speed zones rolled out in Mid Canterbury
The rollout of 30kph school speed zones is complete, but one Ashburton District Councillor hopes there isn't a rise in speed infringements as a result.
Red light on moves over land designation for Auckland light rail - for now
Auckland Light Rail is holding off asking for land to be set aside for the mass-transit service despite being ready to do so - and a transport advocate says the delay confirms the project's uncertain…
Rebuilding Mangamuka Gorge
There's no such thing as an easy road repair job in Northland, but they don't get much bigger or more complicated than State Highway 1 south of Kaitaia, known as the Mangamuka Gorge.
In August 2022… Audio
Petrol prices bite as government holds firm against bringing subsidy back
Motorists can expect more pain at the pump as petrol prices once again start to trend upwards.
More pain at the pump as petrol prices expected to rise
Motorists can expect more pain at the pump, as petrol prices once again start to trend upwards. Price tracking website 'Gaspy' reports that the average price for unleaded 91 has gone up by… Audio
Energy minister responds to criticism of newly launched investment
Greenpeace is calling for caution, when it comes to the mega private green investment fund unveiled by the prime minister today. The government's partnered with a controversial investment giant Black… Video, Audio
TSS Earnslaw in a mock rescue this week
It will be dramatic scenes on a dramatic backdrop this Friday in Queenstown as the iconic TSS Earnslaw undertakes a mock rescue on Lake Wakatipu. Audio
National's Nicola Willis on Labour's harbour crossing plan
Labour has proposed a two road tunnels under Auckland's harbour - and a light rail tunnel later. Construction wouldn't start until 2029. Nathan asked National's deputy leader Nicola Willis if it's… Audio
Aucklanders keen for more harbour crossing options, but at what cost?
Aucklanders are worried a new harbour crossing will cost too much and take too long. Audio
Quitting new NZ-wide transport ticketing system not off the table - Auckland councillor
Auckland's uncertainty over tunnels and roads, and how to pay for them, now extend to public transport ticketing.
Is it worth the price tag? Aucklanders react to harbour crossing plan
Aucklanders are worried that a new harbour crossing will cost too much and take too long. The Government is promising two road tunnels and a light rail tunnel from Central Auckland to Akoranga, on the… Audio