Transport
Train driver thought Kaikoura earthquake was Alpine Fault ruptu
Kiwirail driver Wayne Sullivan reflects on a year since the Kaikoura quake, explaining to John Campbell how he found himself alone and sandwiched between the cliff face and the ocean. Video, Audio
Motorbike accident should never have happened, family says
Aaron Jones was rounding a corner when he fell off his bike, sending it flying over a fence. It struck Bruce Honore in the back of the head, killing the 68-year-old and injuring his wife. Audio
Central Wellington street reopens after bus hits pedestrian
A person has been hospitalised with serious injuries after being hit by a bus in central Wellington.
Human error blamed after self-driving bus crashes on first day
A self-driving shuttle bus in Las Vegas has been involved in an accident on its first day of service.
Keeping the oceans safe
Transport accidents are bound to happen, but when it comes to maritime incidents the variations in incidents are large, with the consequences impacting on the wider marine ecosystem as well as people… Audio
Latest petrol increase 'not justified' as price hits new high
Petrol prices have hit a three-year high, with four price jumps totalling 10-cents a litre over the past 10 days.
Kiwis being ripped off on petrol, analysts say
The high reflects global oil prices increasing, and a weaker kiwi dollar, but petrol price analysts say New Zealanders are still being ripped off.
*This story incorrectly stated the Commerce… Video, Audio
National's election promise derails train plans
Analysis: An ultimately unsuccessful election promise by National has thrown into disarray Auckland's plans for a fleet of battery-electric trains, writes Todd Niall.
Pukekohe express train plans get messy
Pukekohe commuters have been looking forward to a hi-tech, nonstop train service to Auckland starting in two to three years. But a promise made late in the election campaign by the National Party to… Audio
Isabel Dedring - how Auckland transport can learn from London
What can we learn from London in terms of creating a world class transport network for Auckland? The former London Deputy Mayor for transport shares some ideas. Audio
Road closures hit Whanganui River Road businesses
Major roadworks will close the road for several hours a day for the next month at least, as repairs continue in the wake of the 2015 flood. Audio
Passenger restrained on NZ flight to LA
A passenger on the flight was restrained after failing to comply with instructions from the crew.
Freshly sealed SH1 in Northland to close for repairs
The Brynderwyn Range road will be closed for three nights from Sunday to repair the new seal which the Transport Agency says has been damaged by trucks.
Wage concerns prompt bus tendering rethink - govt
The government is to look at reforming the competitive tendering system for choosing companies to run public transport systems.
Digital glitch caused air traffic control blackout
A digital malfunction was to blame for a communication blackout at Christchurch air traffic control, an investigation has revealed.
Plans on track for light rail in Auckland now govt is on board
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern met with Auckland Mayor Phil Goff today, where she confirmed the Goverment will fund its share of the Auckland transport plans Labour announced during the campaign. Video, Audio
Ports of Auckland unveils '30-year masterplan'
Ports of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson says the port's plan for a new building with a rooftop park, a hotel and 13m extension to Bledisloe Wharf reflects a new reality. Video, Audio
Auckland port expansion plan dismissed as cynical
A plan by Ports of Auckland to expand and invest in its current CBD waterfront site has been dismissed as cynical and disrespectful. The mayor and government want it moved. Video, Audio
Ardern and Goff talk Auckland issues: 'We need light rail'
The Labour-led government has confirmed it will fund its part of the Auckland transport commitments it made during the election campaign, including light rail to the airport.
Ports of Auckland reveals '30-year masterplan'
Auckland's port company wants to build a one-hectare rooftop park, a hotel and a wharf extension. Video
