Transport
Locals say hundreds of vehicles damaged by new chipseal on SH2
The Central Hawke's Bay Mayor wants answers from the Transport Agency after dozens of drivers reported windscreen damage following roadworks on State Highway 2. Central Hawke's Bay Mayor Will Foley… Audio
Slip repairs continue after weeks of severe weather
Three weeks after severe weather caused slips on State Highway 2 through Waioweka Gorge, residents finally have a way out. Transport Minister Chris Bishop spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Car fire at Khyber Pass off-ramp jams SH1 in Auckland
A car fire has closed the SH1 Khyber Pass off-ramp in central Auckland.
How can a 24-year-old car increase in value by two-and-a-half times in a year?
A woman who was shocked to discover that her insurance company had increased the value of her car at renewal says it's a reminder to people to check what they are agreeing to.
Wellington SH1 tunnel closures begin
Wellington's Terrace Tunnel will be closing for work overnight this week.
Questions raised over communication delay during Black Cat ferry grounding
Passenger Chris Friedman wondered why little information was given to passengers immediately after the catamaran struck the seabed.
East Cape communites still cut off after slips on SH35
Another chunk of State highway 35 around the East Cape has slipped away after more rain this week; with communties still cut off two weeks after the district was hammered by severe weather. Audio
Ashburton council faces $20 million bill for new bridge road
It is expected to cost $20 million for under 2km of new road to connect to Ashburton's long-awaited second bridge.
Westport may lose only air service
Originair won't guarantee its Westport-Wellington service will continue beyond mid-May.
'Mallowpuff' lane dividers to replace controversial 'Tim Tams'
Some of New Plymouth's concrete cycleway separators are set to be replaced.
Shane Jones hails roading upgrades to Treaty Grounds
The road works was completed thanks to $1.57 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund and $400,000 from the Far North District Council.
Tiny township's 'impressive' low petrol prices
More usually linked to surfing and a legendary pub, Mangawhai has now become the country's petrol price hot-spot. Audio
More than 40 flights cancelled at Wellington Airport due to fog
An airport spokesperson says passengers should check directly with their airlines for the latest information.
The Panel with Deborah Hart and David Cunliffe, Part 2
In part two, congestion charging is constantly being thrown around as a traffic solution in our two biggest cities - but Auckland University researcher Hyesop Shin says it might not be as effective as… Audio
The Panel with Deborah Hart and David Cunliffe, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and David Cunliffe. First up, it's about to get faster and cheaper to get your driver licence - but is that coming at the… Audio
New drone footage shows submerged catamaran close to shore
The Black Cat Cruises catamaran ran aground in the Akaroa Marine Reserve on Saturday, resulting in the rescue of more than 40 passengers and crew.
The big bill for owning the country's most-stolen car
And how can you keep your insurance costs down if you own one? Audio
Lower Hutt commuters frustrated by roadworks
Roadworks across Lower Hutt are testing commuters' patience with motorists venting their frustration about gridlock and long delays. Pretoria Gordon reports. Audio
Auckland Transport chief resigns as agency narrows focus
Dean Kimpton took on the role in 2023, when AT faced a major shake-up.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 2 February
We were straight out of the blocks this morning, talking to the father of running sensation Sam Ruthe following his record-breaking run in Boston; Plus, the prime minister, Christopher Luxon, joined… Audio
