Transport
Rooftop park, hotel in Auckland Port's 30-year plan
Auckland's port company has unveiled what it wants to do over the next 30 years - with plans for a one-hectare public park on top of a parking building, a new hotel, and a contentious wharf extension.
…Ports of Auckland plans renovation despite relocation plans
Auckland's port company is planning a 1ha rooftop park, a hotel and a wharf extension as it re-organises how it operates on its downtown site over the next 30 years. Ports of Auckland say its plan… Audio
Tendering process for transport contracts to be axed
A much-criticised way of choosing companies to run bus or train services look set to be axed. Unions argue the competition pushes down wages and conditions and the new Minister of Transport Phil… Audio
TranzAlpine Express celebrates 30th birthday
Original staff who established and steered the Tranz Alpine Express were on board the renowned train today as it weaved through the Southern Alps. Logan Church went along for the ride. Video, Audio
'Horrendous' crash kills three in Northland
Three people were killed in a three-car collision on a notoriously dangerous stretch of road south of Whangarei. Inspector Wayne Ewers talks to John Campbell. Video, Audio
TranzAlpine marks 30 years of scenic journeys
It's often touted as one of the most scenic train trips in the world - and this month marks the 30th anniversary of the TranzAlpine train journey. Kiwirail's celebrating that milestone with a special… Audio
New govt won't intervene on Wellington's trolley buses
Transport Minister Phil Twyford has ruled out intervening to save Wellington's trolley buses because the cost would be too great.
Michael Smith: around the world in a flying boat
In 2015 Australian adventurer, Michael Smith became the first person to fly solo around the world in a tiny amphibious plane. Video, Audio, Gallery
A month to recover after running half of marathon barefoot
Harry Burnard still managed a personal best of 2 hours 53 minutes despite running the best part of 24 kilometres in bare-feet. Audio
Overweight luggage
Do airlines really take notice of your luggage? It seems overweight carry-ons are becoming more common, despite the dire warnings over the speaker at airport. The panellists discuss whether on-board… Audio
Night freight trains restart on Kaikōura line
KiwiRail will resume freight operations on the Main North Line between Blenheim and Christchurch tonight.
Trolley buses cost $6m more a year than diesel - council
Wellington's soon-to-be scrapped trolley buses cost about $6 million more to operate each year compared with running the same number of diesel buses, according to the regional council.
Top job for top dogs
Two dogs have gone from a life at the shelter, to helping protect our country's airports and skies.
Northland's rail network to get $800 million upgrade
The government will prioritise the revival of Northland's rail network at a cost of up to $800 million, the Minister for Regional Economic Development says. Audio
How do you overtake without breaking the speed limit?
The Panel discusses the impossibility of passing when overtaking other cars and an interesting possible solution to it. Audio
Trolley bus supporters hope for 11th-hour reprieve
The distinctive rattle and hum of Wellington's trolley buses is set to be silenced forever on Halloween.
Transport Investments going public
New Zealand's largest private transport and logistics business, Transport Investments, is going public with a backdoor listing on the NZX.
Phil Goff defends fuel tax idea
Auckland mayor Phil Goff defends the idea of a fuel tax saying it's the best way to start to pay for $27b of necessary transport infrastructure in the city. Audio
People favour fuel levy over other charges - Phil Goff
Incoming Transport minister Phil Twyford has told Morning Report a charge of 10 cents per litre of fuel in Auckland would help fund the coalition's plan to build a $15 billion transport project over… Audio
Mayors around NZ hope to win from Auckland fuel tax
Mayors outside of Auckland hope the city's fuel tax will pave the way for new ways of funding their own massive infrastructure costs. Transport Minister Phil Twyford will bring in a new law allowing… Audio
