Infrastructure
Biggest overhaul of road funding in half a century on its way
Under the new system, road users would pay road user charges online, similar to a power bill. Senior fellow at Motu Economic and Public Policy Research Stuart Donovan joins Nights to discuss. Audio
NZ First say Marsden Point holds key to Northland prosperity
Could a triangle of land at the entrance to Whangārei Harbour hold the key to Northland's future prosperity? Peter de Graaf reports. Audio
'Very dangerous': Waipiro marina fast-tracked
Iwi and boatie groups are united in their opposition of a commercial marina for 200-250 recreational boating vessels with 14 superyachts in Bay of Islands.
Second Mt Vic tunnel back on table at board meeting
The National Party promised to get shovels in the ground before next year's election as part of its last campaign.
Kaitāia's aquifer project costs revealed
A report has found the project took 14 years instead of five and cost millions of dollars more than expected because of a lack of planning.
Calls to road cone hot line drop off, data shows
Worksafe received 217 reports of excessive road cone use in July, down from 641 in June.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 29 July 2025
In today's episode, Labour's accusing the government of having more spin than a front load washer, over the cost of living; Retailers say the government's move to ban surcharges on PayWave and credit… Audio
Trump criticises wind turbines during Scotland visit
Donald Trump has criticised wind energy during his visit to Scotland. Massey University's Emeritus Professor of Sustainable Energy and Climate Mitigation Ralph Sims spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Builder on access to overseas building supplies
Builders dealing with astronomical prices for building supplies are keenly waiting to see if the government's intervention will make any difference. Substruct builder and managing director Steve Brown… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 28th July 2025
In today's episode, a school bus driver and a child are in hospital after the bus hit black ice and skidded into a line of trees in Hawke's Bay on Monday morning; A constitutional lawyer says the… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Daily water loss in Wellington drops by 11 million litres per day
New numbers show that daily water loss in Wellington City has dropped by around 11 million litres per day - that's four Olympic swimming pools saved every single day. Wellington Water chairperson Nick… Audio
Master Builders on overseas-made building products approved for use in New Zealand
Thousands of overseas-made building products have been approved for use in New Zealand, in a bid to reduce construction costs and help a struggling building industry. Registered Master Builders… Audio
Locals concerned about state of Ohau channel diversion wall
There is growing discontent in Rotorua about the state of the Ohau channel diversion wall which is meant to protect the pristine waters of Lake Rotoiti. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports. Audio
Overseas building products to be easier to access
From Monday, thousands of overseas building products - including plasterboard, cladding, windows, and external doors - will be easier to access. Minister for Building and Construction Chris Penk spoke… Audio
Nelson Hospital review reveals 'nothing of substance' - patient advocate
Daniel Walker says the hospital's long wait times, understaffing and ageing infrastructure have been obvious for years. Audio
Northland calls for more government investment in infrastructure
Business leaders have told MPs better infrastructure could see the region's economy could grow six-fold to $60 billion by 2050.
Delays at Nelson hospital becoming "dangerous"
Ageing infrastructure, persistent delays in recruiting staff and an increasing demand for services have been identified as some of the issues facing Nelson Hospital. A review was commissioned after… Audio
'Absolute stupidity': Substation break-ins cut power to homes
A Northland lines company says substation break-ins are endangering lives and causing power cuts affecting thousands of people.
