New ZealandAnchor drop almost certainly prevented casualty in 2023 ferry emergencyThe ship's crew raced against the clock to prevent a maritime disaster.07 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandTransport leader says ferry fuel surcharge 'bad timing' for farmersDerek Foley says the Interislander surcharge could cost farmers an extra $500 per sailing.06 May 09:08 PM
BusinessInterislander almost doubles fuel surcharge for commercial vehicles'I absolutely think it's going to keep going up': Truck fuel surcharge doubles to 54.4%.04 May 10:37 PM
New ZealandGreens warn of 'perfect storm' as Cook Strait ferry failures hit travellers, freight14 Mar 01:56 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail hopes to have stricken Kaiārahi ferry sailing by next week after technical fault12 Mar 06:55 PM
WellingtonSupply chain issues expected as ferry fault takes Interislander down to one vessel11 Mar 03:47 AM
New Zealand'Call 111': Diesel spills into harbour after Wellington tanker crash, authorities monitoring 05 Jan 06:50 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 ZealandNew Interislander ferries revealedThe Government has unveiled designs and specifications of new Cook Strait ferries set to sail in 2029.Watch19 Nov 02:30 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Winston Peters' Interislander ferries announcementWinston Peters' Interislander ferries announcement.Watch19 Nov 01:46 AM
New Zealand'We want the best deal': Peters announces shipbuilder for new Interislander ferriesThe ferries are due to enter service in 2029, replacing the ageing fleet.14 Oct 03:34 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
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
PremiumPremiumWellingtonMocked in life, unwanted in death? Cook Strait ferry Aratere may be unsellableKiwiRail says it's considering selling it, but documents show there is little interest.23 Aug 04:00 AM
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
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
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters opens door to part-privatisation of ferries, but doesn't want to walk through itCabinet has agreed to explore part-privatisation once the ferries arrive. 30 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'On autopilot': Peters criticises Treasury's ferry adviceWinston Peters disagreed with Treasury, citing higher economic value.24 Jun 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTreasury 'got it wrong' predicting KiwiRail to fall short of financial target, Winston Peters says'Treasury were cautious given the economic conditions, but the company delivered.'23 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Special visas policy is fraught with potholesOPINION: We must avoid a wider conflict with China at all costs.21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The ABC of boys’ education needs a reintroductionOPINION: Major strategic infrastructure projects have been politicised for too long.14 Jun 05:00 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
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Te Pāti Māori hold Parliament in contemptOPINION: The business of democracy only works if everyone abides by the rules.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail to retire Aratere ferry in $120m cost-saving decisionThe Aratere will be retired this year to allow for new port construction.30 Apr 06:37 AM
New ZealandInterislander ferry sailings cancelled after electrical faultAffected passengers are being moved to the next available sailings.22 Apr 06:09 AM
Personal FinanceComCom pushes KiwiRail to compensate customers for cancelled ferry sailings Interisland contacting customers affected by string of cancellations in early 2023.16 Apr 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOmbudsman changes mind, asks KiwiRail to release ‘excessive’ consultant spendIt's a complete turnaround from the Ombudsman's decision two months ago.28 Mar 12:01 AM
New ZealandNew planning laws causing concern and New Zealand's meth use | NZ Herald News UpdateConcerns over new planning laws' effect on the environment and annual wastewater review reveals a spike in New Zealand's methamphetamine use. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Mar 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellNicola Willis had ferry paper ready to take to Cabinet before the power shiftedIt never made it to the table as scheduled due to 'ongoing discussions with ministers'.12 Mar 10:45 PM
New ZealandFerry sailings cancelled due to large swells in Cook StraitA southerly swell is expected to rise to 4m. 12 Mar 01:20 AM
