Transport
Wellington commuters vent as all bus routes change
Wellington commuters have been venting their frustration after what is being described as the biggest ever changes to the capital's bus network. Video, Audio
Wellington bus chaos
Many Wellington bus passengers have been left furious today after a new bus service provider and other changes left many people stranded. Audio
Wellington buses hit new routes, timetables
Wellington's new bus fleet hit the streets yesterday but its first true test will come this morning during the peak hour commute. asterton-based Tranzit Group took over the lion's share of… Audio
Kāpiti Expressway may need further work done
The Kāpiti Expressway, which opened in February last year, may have 49 kilometres of lane work that needs replacing.
Teen drives down wrong side of motorway during chase
A carload of teens has driven the wrong way down Auckland's motorway, only stopping after they crashed into a police dog ute and a truck.
New Wellington bus routes good for some but not all
A young Wellington woman with chronic pain is worried how she'll get to university when bus routes change dramatically next week.
Is Auckland dodging the regional fuel tax?
Some petrol stations on the outskirts of the new Auckland regional fuel tax zone are busier than ever.
Transport solutions: Advice from Vancouver
Transport continues to be a major discussion in most of the country. It's not just Auckland's fuel tax or light rail, Wellington is also looking at how it can improve as part of the 'Let's Get… Audio
Slip closes road between Glenorchy and Queenstown overnight
The main road between Glenorchy and Queenstown will remain closed overnight, after a massive slip.
SH2 through Waioeka Gorge likely to be closed by heavy rain
Heavy rain forecast for this weekend looks is likely to again close the main road between Gisborne and Opotiki.
Airline dining out on 'fake beef' controversy
Opinion - New Zealand's national carrier has a history of controversial campaigns, but they can backfire, writes David Cohen.
Air NZ criticises airports for rogue fees
Air New Zealand has swooped on an opportunity at Parliament to highlight what it says are unecessary increases in landing and other fees by the country's airports. Representatives from the airline… Audio
32 bus services cancelled in Wellington
The wheels fell off at a launch for new electric buses for the Wellington network, after the Environment Minister publicly called out the Regional Council over its treatments of bus drivers. Video, Audio
Environment Minister publicly jabs council over driver treatment
The Environment Minister has called out the Greater Wellington Regional Council for its treatments of bus drivers at the launch of its new electric, double-decker buses.
Majority of vehicles in towbar safety alert remain put
Two-thirds of the 1400 heavy vehicles forced off the road after a safety alarm about towing connections have still not been recertified.
Wellington bus services disrupted ahead of new contract
Bus services in Wellington are being disrupted as a new company prepares to take over services.
Why are there so many problems with our new expressways?
Ruts are already forming in parts of the new multimillion-dollar Waikato Expressway, leaving truckies frustrated and roading bosses saying it could be months before they are fixed. Audio
Video: Burning car blocks Auckland motorway lanes
Auckland motorists are being urged to avoid the South-Western motorway after two lanes were blocked by a car fire this morning.
National MP slams Air NZ's offer of meat-free burger
National Party MP Nathan Guy says it is "disappointing" Air NZ is launching a substitute meat burger on flights to the US, instead of using NZ-produced meat.
Flights between Kāpiti and Auckland to resume
Flights between Auckland and Kāpiti will continue next month after Air Chathams negotiated support deals with the airport company and Kāpiti Coast District Council, who are marketing the destination… Audio
