Transport
First electric hydrofoiling boat joins Auckland ferry fleet
A one-of-a-kind electric boat has joined Auckland's ferry fleet, carrying passengers on a high speed tour of the Hauraki Gulf. The VS-9 is a ten-seater hydrofoiling tour boat built by Auckland-based… Audio
Speed reductions brought to an end
Drivers wanting to travel faster on State Highways around the country will soon get their wish. 38 sections of the roading network will be reversed back to their previous higher speed limits by NZTA… Audio
Speed limits start going back up tonight, see the full list
A total, 38 sections of the state highway network are heading back to higher speed limits and more are being mulled.
Tasman District working to reduce speed limits on rural roads
Small communities around Tasman are itching to finally see speed limit reductions, that a government rule delayed. Tasman District mayor Tim King spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Waikato Council proposes by-law to counter boy racer spot
A new by-law proposed by the Waikato District Council is targeting a popular boy racing spot in Horotiu, between Hamilton and Ngaruawahia. Waikato district mayor Jacqui Church spoke to Charlotte Cook.
…Speed limits to revert back to higher speed limits on 38 sections of state highways
The Transport Minister is undoing what he says were illogical and untargeted speed limits reductions put in place by the previous government - effective immediately. Transport minister Chris Bishop… Audio
'Hugely frustrating': Communities grow impatient for lower speeds
Tasman District Council is currently re-consulting on changes that would primarily lower the speed limits on high-risk rural roads and around several rural schools.
Shipping prices likely to drop, but delivery could take longer
A collaboration between two of the world's largest shipping companies could drive down prices, but goods may take longer to arrive.
Auckland commuters face more train cancellations after month-long network closure
The Southern, Eastern and Onehunga lines were all affected.
Business commentator Oli Lewis
Oliver Lewis, Infrastructure Editor at Business Desk, discusses Treasury's concerns about the affordability of our transport promises, whether the Government has decent projects to attract foreign… Audio
Bus lane camera clocks up $220k in fines in just over a month
Nearly 1500 tickets were issued for driving in the lane but locals say it's 'kind of confusing'. Audio
Bus lane opposite Wellington Regional Hospital collects $220,000 in fines in just over a month
$220,000 has been pocketed in fines for the misuse of a bus lane opposite Wellington Regional Hospital - in just one month. Nick James reports. Audio
SH1 closed, people injured in Marton crash
A two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 in the Whanganui region has left people with serious injuries, police say.
Person injured in crash north of Wellington
Emergency services are at the scene of a crash on State Highway 59.
Tragic tally: Four fatal road accidents over weekend
Across the country there have been four fatal road accidents this weekend, and two deaths from accidents earlier in the week.
Ohakune businesses thriving after Desert Road closure
SH1 between Tūrangi and Waiouru - including the Desert Road - closed on 13 January.
Hawke's Bay bridge destroyed by Cyclone Gabrielle reopens
The reopening of a Hawke's Bay bridge this weekend marks a "milestone moment" for a rural community, nearly two years after its destruction at the hands of Cyclone Gabrielle, says a district council…
South Auckland train station ready for City Rail Link
A South Auckland train station, that had pedestrian level crossings removed to improve safety, is now ready for more frequent train services when the City Rail Link opens.
Six road deaths in Wellington region in 2024, lowest number in 34 years
Wellingtonians have had their lowest number of deaths on the roads across the region in the last 34 years.
Cyclist saved after 'tack tosser' punctures tyre
Wellington City Council is encouraging the public to report any tacks they come across on the city's cycleways.
