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
PremiumPoliticsPeters 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
PremiumPoliticsTreasury 'got it wrong' predicting KiwiRail to fall short of financial target, Winston Peters says23 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The ABC of boys’ education needs a reintroduction14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPoliticsGovt considered using Bluebridge to replace ageing Interislander ferries05 Jun 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceComCom pushes KiwiRail to compensate customers for cancelled ferry sailings 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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPorts ‘reluctant’ to work with KiwiRail after mega-ferry fallout It was hoped a new company would provide a pathway for a trusted approach to negotiations.10 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellWillis told to renegotiate with shipbuilder three months after cancelling mega-ferriesHyundai Mipo Dockyard is back at the table after a 'charming' meeting with Winston Peters.04 Mar 04:58 AM
New Zealand Government’s iRex ferry cancellation costed at $300 million - for nowWinston Peters aims to have new rail-enabled ferries running by 2029.04 Mar 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialWarships and ferries leave troubled waters for Peters to calm in Asia - EditorialOPINION: Time is ticking for a solution on Cook Strait ferries as warships sail nearby.01 Mar 08:00 PM
PoliticsHyundai back in contention for Cook Strait ferries after Peters talksThe Government last year cancelled an order with Hyundai to build two mega ferries, 28 Feb 08:39 PM
New ZealandMan walking off Cook Strait ferry caught with suitcase full of vacuum-packed cannabisPolice also recovered more than $12,000 in cash and a BB gun resembling a Glock pistol.28 Feb 03:15 AM
New ZealandTreasury receives ‘encouraging’ private-sector response for Cook Strait ferry ideasThe deadline for proposals is 6pm tonight. 27 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOmbudsman reconsiders KiwiRail’s bid to keep ‘excessive’ consultant spend secretFinance Minister Nicola Willis has said the cost is 'excessive and not justifiable'. 18 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters reveals who’s in charge of new Cook Strait ferry companyThe company will negotiate procurement contracts for two new inter-island ferries. 17 Feb 03:45 AM
New ZealandCar teeters over harbour after driver moves cones at ferry terminalA driver moved cones and drove onto an Interislander loading ramp.13 Feb 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: National’s evidence-based promises unravelOPINION: Some decisions, like cancelling ferries, defy evidence.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt looks to narrow list of shipbuilders to strike a deal on new ferriesThe future of Interislander's Cook Strait ships hangs in the balance. 03 Feb 07:17 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellAnalysis: Will Cook Strait ferries be privatised? Not on Winston Peters' watchOfficials have investigated whether KiwiRail is best placed to provide a ferry service. 30 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwiRail board exodus: Resignation letters released after Govt watchdog intervenesA board exodus followed the mega-ferry fallout, the Aratere grounding and a sharp warning.29 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwiRail’s ‘excessive’ spend on consultants kept secret after Ombudsman rulingFinance Minister Nicola Willis has said the spend on McKinsey & Co was not justifiable. 22 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandCook Strait ferry passengers warned of more rough trips due to swellsTrips are going ahead but conditions will make them unpleasant, one operator says.13 Jan 03:22 AM
New ZealandBig swells axe Cook Strait ferry sailings as holidaymakers return for workBig swells and southeries cause headache for holiday-makers and those returning to work.11 Jan 07:53 PM
New ZealandSupport for new rail-enabled ferries, Kiwis don’t want privatisationSome transport sector leaders say ferries non-rail-enabled would make freight more costly.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFerry disruptions ease as weather system shifts northerlyMagician Nigel Kennedy: 'Never seen a summer like this for bad weather' on ferries.06 Jan 06:20 PM
