Transport
$500k Auckland pedestrian crossing costs quietly corrected
A Herald headline this week said Auckland Transport was 'pushing on with $500,000 crossings'. The apparently outrageous expense was also aired on radio and in Parliament as evidence of the urgent need…
AudioThe $500,000 pedestrian crossing that wasn't
A Herald headline this week clained Auckland Transport was 'pushing on with $500,000 crossings.' The apparently outrageous expense was also aired on radio and in Parliament as evidence of the urgent…
Auckland Transport warns Big Gay Out attendees CBD traffic congestion likely
Auckland Transport is warning attendees of an annual LGBTQ+ festival which is being held today that there could be significant congestion in the central city.
Detours in place ahead of SH1 Brynderwyns closure
Trucks with trailers will be banned from one of the detours around the Brynderwyns when the slip-plagued highway between Auckland and Northland closes later this month.
Far North Mayor hits out at Transport Minister
It comes ahead of his council deciding to lower speed limits for more than 300 local roads.
NZTA Waka Kotahi struggling with name change
Emails show the chief executive of the Transport Agency ordered the only line about a partnership with Maori removed from a press release about relegating the name 'Waka Kotahi' to second place. This… Audio
Wellington Councillor on council's proposed cuts
Wellington's Mayor Tory Whanau says her council won't be binning better public transport, revitalising the city or climate initiatives to pay to fix the city's water pipes.
Instead Wellington City… Audio
KiwiRail asks who will pay for ferry terminal upgrade
KiwiRail says it is now looking at buying second-hand ships for the Cook Strait ferry service, and is asking what to do about the terminals.
More Auckland trains cancelled due to speed restrictions
Commuters are being warned to expect delays today as 19 trains have been cancelled due to existing speed restrictions
The Panel with Aimie Hines and Chris Wikaira (Part 2)
Today on the Panel, Wallace and panellists Aimie Hines and Chris Wikaira discuss the state of Auckland City, and the need to microchip pets. Plus, an expert explains why Taylor Swift is so famous. Audio
Train track foundations in Auckland not strong enough - KiwiRail
MPs have questioned KiwiRail executives and the board chair about why it had got this bad.
Key transport heads meet over Auckland train debacle
Auckland's mayor says the meeting about days of transport woes went surprisingly well and was productive.
Wayne Brown demands answers from Auckland's transport agencies
It's rush hour in Auckland and rail commuters face yet more delays, Auckland Transport has cancelled 19 train services because of speed restrictions, some imposed because tracks are overheating. On… Audio
Kiwirail pulling the plug on electric Interislander ferries
It's official, Kiwirail is pulling the plug on its electric ferries and is now having to back pedal out of its agreement with its Korean Shipbuilders. The operator of the Interislander still held out… Video, Audio
KiwiRail will 'never' get ferries so cheap again - union leader
The Government refused to approve further funding for the project after large cost overruns last year.
Third day of cancellations and delays hits Auckland trains
Track problems at Britomart Station have caused more woe for commuters. Audio
Further disruption to Auckland trains
There's been even further disruption for Auckland train commuters after an infrastructure problem closed two platforms at Britomart Station, affecting services on major lines.
It comes on top of days… Audio
KiwiRail begins discussions to cancel new ferry contracts
KiwiRail has begun discussions to cancel a $555 million contract for an overseas firm to build it two new Cook Strait ferries.
Late last year the Government rejected a plea for extra funding on the… Audio
Auckland train network reliability in question with CRL on horizon
There are concerns the problems causing rail disruption won't be fixed before the underground metro is finished next year. Audio
Auckland mayor accuses government of 'electioneering'
Wayne Brown says two large projects have already been agreed, but the rest are on hold after the fuel tax was axed. Audio
