Transport
Truck towing connections: Auto-brakes fail on loose trailer
An investigation into truck safety problems has revealed the auto-brakes failed on a fully-loaded trailer that came loose on a highway.
Courier driver case to be tested in court
First Union is taking legal action on behalf of courier drivers, many who say they are earning less than the minimum wage while on independent contracts. It will argue they are employees, not… Audio
Ruapehu bus passenger shocked by broken seats, handle
Photos taken inside a bus, understood to be operated by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts, show seats tied up with wire and a handle which has fallen off the back of a passenger seat. Video, Audio
Bus that crashed had failed fitness certificate 9 times
The Ruapehu Alpine Lifts ski shuttle bus, that crashed and killed a young girl on Saturday, had failed its Certificate of Fitness nine times over the past 14 years. Video, Audio
Brake failures latest in truck safety problems
An investigation into truck safety problems has revealed the brakes failed on a trailer that came loose on a highway. It's also now looking into whether certifers have been signing off towing… Audio
Bruce McLaren's replica race car on display
The replica of the first car raced by Bruce McLaren featured in last year's documentary about the legendary Kiwi-born Formula One driver has just gone on display at the Southward Car Museum, north of… Video, Audio
What the Manawatū Gorge road replacement could look like
NZTA has released a computer generated look at the possible route for the Manawatū Gorge road replacement. Video
Aucklanders pay $32.5m in traffic fines
Auckland motorists paid $32.5 million in fines in the past financial year - the largest sum for at least eight years.
Southland Regional Council criticised following cruise ship collision
The Southland Regional Council has been criticised for not helping large ships navigate Fiordland after a cruise ship collided with the ground in Milford Sound.
The cost of the city rail link
Following on from yesterday's discussion about a proposal to expand Auckland's City Rail Link, today we are looking at the cost of the venture. Audio
Seven-car crash blocks SH1 north of Wellington
A seven-car nose-to-tail crash that has partially blocked State Highway 1 on the Kāpiti Coast will take some time to clear, police warn.
Port Taranaki salutes new $12m tug
Port Taranaki's $12 million new tug Kīnaki has been welcomed with a traditional water salute in New Plymouth.
Tit-for-tat continues between Wellington union and bus company
The tit-for-tat between the Wellington bus driver's union and their employer continues with both parties accusing the other of not cooperating.
Auckland mayor asking for more money for City Rail Link
Phil Goff wants to expand the project, to cater for what he says is a rocketing increase in people using rail in the city, at an expected extra cost of about $200 million. Audio
The rights of bus drivers
The stoush between Wellington bus drivers and Tranzit continues over allegations drivers are being forced to work long hours with few meal breaks and low wages. Audio
City Rail Link to be expanded
Auckland City Rail Link looks likely to be bigger and more expensive than originally planned. The council is meeting to discuss enlarging the scope of the project due to new projections that show it… Audio
Auckland mayor seeks rail expansion due to 'rocketing' demand
Phil Goff wants to expand the City Rail Link project to cater for a "rocketing increase" in people using it.
New scanners could end UK airport liquid ban
A trial of new scanners at London's Heathrow Airport could herald the end of hand luggage liquid restrictions in the UK.
Tesla shares plunge after reports it is seeking refunds
Tesla shares have fallen sharply after it was revealed the electric carmaker is seeking refunds from some suppliers.
A bigger, better City Rail Link for Auckland?
Public transport advocates are throwing their support behind a proposal to expand the capacity of the Auckland City Rail Link. The mayor Phil Goff says rocketing demand for public transport mean it… Audio
