Transport
All lanes on Auckland Harbour Bridge reopen after car fire
All lanes on Auckland's Harbour Bridge are now open after a car caught fire this afternoon, but motorists are still being warned to expect delays.
Increase in visitors could close high country walkways
Some South Island high country walkways on private land could be blocked due to a huge increase in visitor numbers.
Serious crash closes State Highway 1
State Highway 1 north of Auckland is closed after a serious crash left two people with serious injuries.
Wellington rail infrastructure a high risk in quakes
Thousands of Wellington train commuters are using subways and pedestrian bridges that are high earthquake risks.
Wellington rail infrastructure at high risk during quake
Thousands of Wellington train commuters are using subways and pedestrian bridges that are high earthquake risks. Wellington Regional Council documents show only six are low risk, meeting 67 percent or… Audio
Insight: Digging deeper - Will residents pay up to fix Auckland?
After years of being lured by the promise of low rates, Aucklanders are now being asked to fork out to finally fix the city's long-running and escalating problems. Todd Niall asks if residents are… Video, Audio
Global engine issue affecting Air NZ Dreamliners
Nine Air New Zealand 787 Dreamliner planes have been caught out in the latest global issue with Rolls Royce engines.
Killer airbags: what you need to know
Faulty airbags are endangering the lives of New Zealand drivers and their passengers, part of a problem affecting 100 million cars worldwide. A voluntary recall was announced in 2013 but so far… Audio
Bicycle's role in women's liberation celebrated
Cyclists donned 1800s garb and took to the streets of Nelson to celebrate the bicycle and its role in liberating women.
Hutt Valley Airport Flyer looks set to be retained
NZ Bus has reversed its decision to scrap the Hutt Valley Airport Flyer Bus service, for now at least.
Carpooling around the country can be easy as
Ride-sharing is now so popular in Europe, French woman Melissa Cohen was surprised to find it hasn't really taken off here. She and a group of NZ-based French friends have launched Easy As Carpooling.
…Auckland motorway shut down by fleeing driver
Traffic was at a standstill on Auckland's Southern Motorway as police dealt with a driver who fled a crash near an overbridge, although all lanes are now open again.
Air NZ flight in Northland hit by laser
An Air New Zealand flight has been hit by a green laser strike at Kerikeri Airport in Northland.
Donegal wins runway beauty contest
There's an award for everything it seems. Donegal Airport in Northern Ireland has been voted by a private jet booking platform as having the most picturesque approach to its runway. Audio
Air Chathams to meet council to discuss Kāpiti - Auckland route
Kāpiti Coast District Council will meet with Air Chathams' owners today to discuss replacing the previous Air New Zealand service to Auckland.
Auckland airport shuttle catches fire causing traffic delays
An airport shuttle caught fire on Auckland's south-western motorway this morning causing major delays.
Lyttelton Port workers to strike, unpaid
Nearly 200 union members working at the Port of Lyttelton won't get paid for four days when just 11 members go on strike later this month. The Rail and Maritime Transport Union and the port company… Audio
Auckland storm: Trees down across West Auckland
Aucklanders are being told to should travel only if they need with many traffic lights out and trees across a lot of roads. At least 100,000 customers are still without electricity across the city… Audio
Stormy weather: Auckland Transport urges drivers to stay home
Auckland was hit by a major storm overnight, with westerly winds gusting up to 150km/h in some places. The winds brought down trees and cut power to about 100,000 customers. RNZ reporter Rowan Quinn… Audio
Stormy weather batters Auckland overnight
Auckland was pummelled last night by a vicious storm with winds gusting up to 150km/h. Trees were toppled across the city and more than 100,000 homes lost power. NIWA says the gusts were the same… Audio
