New ZealandAct calls for Auckland Transport to stop 'free rides' on buses due to violence riskAT introduced a de facto travel-free policy in 2020, says Act MP Parmjeet Parmar.16 Nov 11:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Why shouldn't we have a Xmas tree to rival Rio, New York or Murano?OPINION: Behind the scenes in Auckland this week.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Game-changer' contactless payments coming to Auckland public transport – how it works, how to payThe new payment method is commonly used on transport systems elsewhere around the world.14 Nov 06:36 AM
CrimeJury rejects 16yo's self-defence claim after plunging knife into schizophrenic stranger's neckBut the group also rejected a murder finding.14 Nov 02:43 AM
New ZealandContactless payments for Auckland public transport rides to start SundayThe new card readers will accept Apple and Google Pay, debit cards and most credit cards.13 Nov 10:40 PM
New ZealandTransport Minister in advanced talks with Mayor Brown to ‘reform’ Auckland TransportThe two Browns agree on the need to overhaul the city's transport authority.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland bus attack leaves driver in hospital with fractured ribs and eye damageThe attack occurred at St Lukes bus hub on Saturday evening.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhangaparāoa residents furious over ferry service reviewPeninsula commuters are angry another service is on the chopping black.12 Nov 10:28 PM
New ZealandAT on the chopping block in bold plan by Mayor Wayne BrownWatercare is the only CCO not impacted by the drive for greater political control.12 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The risk of death is higher': What Cabinet knew when it raised speed limits on our roadsCabinet knows higher speeds are dangerous but it's had no advice on the economic benefits.08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland business owners devastated by 96-day rail shutdownThe first major closure will go from December 27, 2024, until January 28, 2025.08 Nov 07:19 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown and Desley Simpson transport announcementMinister of Transport Simeon Brown and Acting Mayor of Auckland Desley Simpson talk to the media in Mt Eden. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Nov 08:05 PM
CrimeTeen describes moment he stabbed stranger's neck at Auckland bus stop“Oh f***, that’s no good," he recalled thinking as blood started spurting.07 Nov 06:04 AM
New ZealandOne person seriously injured after car crashes into restaurant, AucklandAuckland Transport advised Dominion Rd was closed near Prospect Tce.06 Nov 05:54 PM
New Zealand'Men with balaclavas' chase teens from Auckland train station, allegedly assault oneTwo boys were pursued by the group through Glen Innes.01 Nov 10:43 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: John Key's Trump endorsement an unwelcome surpriseOPINION: 'What has happened to [Key's] logical thinking?'30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandData reveals 13 incidents a day on Auckland public transport'We do have issues across the network.'30 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Really bad': Wayne Brown concerned by new figures on public transport incidentsAT is now responding to more than 93 incidents a week.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDelays on some Auckland train services due to youths on overhead power linesAuckland Transport says it is working to restore power to some areas of its network.30 Oct 04:39 AM
New ZealandMoving back speed limits, new school signage may cost $25m - ATGovernment's order to move speed limits back up comes with a hefty bill.29 Oct 01:20 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWho's watching you? Auckland's surveillance camera network revealedAs new hi-tech equipment arrives, the Herald does a stocktake on the city.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore cops on public transport in Auckland after fatal stabbing – ministerGovernment also looking at law change to further protect public.25 Oct 11:47 PM
New Zealand‘I held her hand’: Passenger comforted woman stabbed on Auckland bus as she diedA man handed himself in yesterday after a 24-hour manhunt.24 Oct 05:35 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council snubs Government, makes own decisions on transport spendingAuckland Council has spread transport cuts far more widely than the Government wanted.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Sneak peek at new City Rail Link underground tunnels and stationsThe $5.5 billion project is tracking toward operating the first passenger trains in 2026.24 Oct 04:19 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCity Rail Link tracking towards opening in 2026Auckland's $5.5b City Rail Link is gearing up for the first test train later this year ahead of opening to passengers in 2026. Video / Michael CraigWatch23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPark benches to be removed after reports of 'indecent behaviour'A resident complained she was harassed by people who used the seats and felt unsafe.22 Oct 11:52 PM
New ZealandAT's Western Line trains disrupted: Power outage strands carriages on crossingCommuters should expect delays and cancellations due to 'overhead powerline fault' -AT21 Oct 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Congrats – now bring the Cup home to defendOPINION: 'Massive numbers of spectators will spend lavishly in hotels and restaurants.'20 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAuckland Transport accused of 'marking its own homework' in speed reduction evaluationsFormer AT transport engineer prepared independent reviews of agency's speed limit changes.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavier double-decker and electric buses causing more damage to roadsHeavier buses are damaging roads more than the usual diesel buses.14 Oct 11:11 PM
New ZealandAuckland man charged after bus driver's neck slashedThe 25-year-old is charged with assault and is due to appear in court today.10 Oct 09:46 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Govt incoherent on climate change; Tech giants orchestrate 'heist of the century'OPINION: 'Who thinks digging more coal out of the ground and burning it is going to help?'08 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Choosing the future path of Auckland’s transport infrastructureOPINION: We desperately need councils to backfill central government’s funding shortfall.07 Oct 04:00 PM