Transport
Wellington Regional Council responds to train delays
Commuters in Wellington are facing big delays from this morning with trains on the network operating at reduced speeds. Chairperson of the Wellington Regional Council, Daran Ponter spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Wellington train numbers halved this week
Commuters in Wellington are facing big delays from this morning with trains on the network operating at reduced speeds. The trains are running at a maximum of 70 kilometres per hour, because a… Audio
Wellington train passengers face disruptions
Wellington train passengers face disruptions on Monday, with KiwiRail saying half the usual number of trains will be running during peak times. A vital rail track evaluation car which checks tracks… Audio
Waka Kotahi crews out at first light to check fragile road network
Crews from transport agency Waka Kotahi have been out since first light checking roads across the Upper North Island after a night of strong winds and rain. Wind and rain warnings are in place in… Audio
Passenger rail ripe for revival: 'We've got to get in the queue'
This week's announcement of 18 new hybrid trains for the Wellington Region has sparked advocates' hopes of a nation-wide rail revival.
Haywards Hill repairs cause heavy congestion
There are fears that traffic snarl ups coming into Wellington will repeat today.
Survey shows majority support for mass rapid transport system in Christchurch
A majority of surveyed greater Christchurch residents say they are open to more public transport and higher density housing.
Wellington rail 'go slow' disruptions could be over in a week
KiwiRail says major disruptions predicted across the region in May could be over within a week, as Wellington trains set to slow speeds could soon get the green light.
New fleet of trains for Kāpiti Coast and Wairarapa
A fleet of 18 new trains will be bought for Kāpiti and Wairarapa to replace the current ones and provide capacity for another 1.5 million trips, the government has announced.
'Monumental failure': Trains in Wellington slowed after only inspection machine breaks down
There are warnings the problem could spread to other cities if the situation is not rectified quickly.
SH58 closes tonight until Monday
State Highway 58 between Hutt Valley and Porirua will be closed all weekend from 8 tonight so contractors can make the road safer.
Lack of testing, maintenance led to air traffic control shutdown - report
An investigation has found air traffic control could have avoided temporarily losing radar surveillance in a 2019 incident if the equipment had been tested and maintained properly.
Road transport industry says roading investment strategy desperately needed
A national roading strategy is needed address current problems with the poor roading network but also to plan for preventative work, road transport operators say. Audio
Auckland harbour crossing: Multi-billion dollar options
Anyone wanting to have their say on the five proposals for a second Auckland harbour crossing needs to get cracking - the opportunity for "feedback" closes on Monday. It's less than a month since… Audio
Te Huia service extension delayed until 2024
A shortage of train drivers is preventing the expansion of passenger services between Hamilton and Auckland.
The train driver shortage, as well as a holdup obtaining safety compliance, means… Audio
Road transport industry hopes for funding in this year's Budget
Truckies are hoping for a big lift in road funding in this year's Budget.
Roading is likely to be a big ticket item in the Budget, given flood damage costs of up to $14.5billion, half of which will… Audio
SH1 Brynderwyn Hills to re-open to all traffic in both directions on Monday
A hillside has been "reformed" and loose material removed so that the vital link in and out of Northland can be restored, Waka Kotahi says.
Marlborough Sounds transport fixes to cost hundreds of millions - mayor
Nearly 30 options have been identified to improve access across the storm-damaged region.
Wellington a step closer to 30kmh city-wide speed limit
A draft plan looks to turn about 90 percent of Wellington's roads into 30kmh zones by 2029, starting with roads near schools first from as early as next year.
Safety culture lacking aboard vessel where worker was injured - report
The Moana Chief's telescopic ladder slipped off a platform, trapping and seriously injuring a crew member's leg.
