New ZealandBluebridge ferry to recommence sailing after days of disruptionSix sailings were cancelled over the weekend, with next bookings nearly two weeks away. 12 Jan 12:34 AM
New ZealandBluebridge cancels all Connemara sailings through to TuesdayBluebridge warns more sailings next week may be axed and will contact customers.11 Jan 03:45 AM
Wellington'Pretty stressful': Ferry passengers finally disembark after fault strands 200 overnightA passenger said they got little sleep due to update announcements about the issue.08 Jan 09:37 PM
New ZealandInterislander ferry to resume sailings after 'technical issue' in Cook Strait12 Dec 09:34 PM
New ZealandInterislander ferry turns back to Wellington after mid-Strait technical issue12 Dec 08:19 AM
WellingtonPeters unveils new ferries, blames costly consultants for past budget blowouts19 Nov 03:01 AM
New Zealand‘Assuming the worst’: Ferry measles cluster rises to five, patient zero found24 Oct 04:16 AM
New ZealandInside the Govt’s end-of-year to-do list - and what could prove most difficult07 Oct 04:17 AM
New ZealandMystery remains over Cook Strait mayday call that sparked $11,000 searchThe mayday call reported two people were aboard a sinking boat near Karori Rock.26 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s remarkable': Memorial seat lost in floods turns up across strait months laterJack Robertson’s mother says the chair now faces the island where family are buried.12 Sep 08:00 AM
EnergyTranspower to spend $1.1b on Cook Strait link upgrade The power grid operator has applied to the Commerce Commission for approval.09 Sep 02:37 AM
PoliticsShipbuilder selected for two new Cook Strait ferriesRail Minister Winston Peters won't say who the supplier is just yet. 02 Sep 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsCrown's Cook Strait ferry-buying company has $11m shopping listThe ferry-buying firm sets sail with an $11m purse for staff, contractors and consultants.28 Aug 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Failed to respond': Mayday call mystery deepens in Cook StraitPolice suspended the Cook Strait boat search after hours of effort.26 Aug 03:22 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing boat in Cook Strait pausedA mayday call was received last night, but no vessel has been found.25 Aug 11:20 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy Transpower's rapid project increase is crucial for NZ's futureTranspower CEO James Kilty says project throughput increased 75% this year.24 Aug 05:00 PM
Wellington'The two of us will go together': Ship master's sadness on troubled ferry's final voyageThere were mixed emotions on board, with some staff losing their jobs.18 Aug 03:59 AM
New ZealandAratere makes last voyage after three decadesIn 2011, it was extended to increase passenger capacity to 650.17 Aug 09:58 PM
TravelBluebridge's 'race against the clock' to reunite toy monkey with Aussie familyGeorge became an 'honorary crew member' during his overnight sailing to Picton. 13 Aug 05:44 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail confirms final sailing date for retiring ferryThe Aratere's final Cook Strait sailing departs Picton at 11am on August 18.07 Aug 01:06 AM
New ZealandBluebridge’s new Cook Strait ferry Livia arrives in WellingtonBluebridge’s new ferry the Livia received a “tug spray welcome” as it sailed into the capital this morning. Video / Mark MitchellWatch03 Jul 12:58 AM
WellingtonWatch: New Cook Strait ferry sails into Wellington, greeted with a 'tug spray'Chocolate fish and coffee was on offer for those watching the arrival.02 Jul 09:06 PM
New Zealand'On autopilot': Peters criticises Treasury's ferry adviceWinston Peters disagreed with Treasury, citing higher economic value.24 Jun 11:46 PM
New ZealandNZ Media Council upholds complaint over inaccurate NZ Herald ferry bullet pointsThe council ruled the Herald was responsible for correcting material added to the story.16 Jun 09:03 PM
New ZealandFrosts for Auckland? MetService predicts sub-zero temps for next couple of daysTemperatures are set to fall as low as -7C in some parts of the country.07 Jun 07:36 AM
New ZealandInter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snapBoth the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.05 Jun 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt considered using Bluebridge to replace ageing Interislander ferriesThe first new ship to service Cook Strait is expected to arrive in February 2029.05 Jun 05:00 PM
EnergyMajor power cables linking North, South Islands near end of life, $1.4b replacement mootedTranspower is proposing several upgrades to be done at the same time.07 May 01:41 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Tree just tried to take me out' - Woman barely escapes being crushed by branchThe branch also brought down a powerline, increasing the danger.01 May 06:30 AM
New ZealandTrampoline shatters windows as 'destructive' winds wreak havoc in HuttA woman was at home when she heard a loud bang and glass shattering.01 May 04:19 AM
New Zealand'Take this one seriously': Destructive winds peak in WellingtonWREMO is telling people to stay away from windows and doors.01 May 01:17 AM
