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'Self-serving': Cook Strait ferry uncertainty fuels tensions between ports

CentrePort's chairman says ferry terminal proposal is laughable.

Interislander ferries can run for 20 more years, claims Winston Peters

The coalition Government appeared split on what to do about the ferries.

CentrePort warns it's not a 24/7 emergency first responder to ferry breakdowns

Wellington's port has requested an urgent meeting with ministers over Cook Strait safety.

Risk of more ferry breakdowns as Govt decision on new ships drags on

Concerns ongoing over Cook Strait ferries getting into distress and needing help.

ADHD link to drug use and Interislander saga | Focus Morning Bulletin October 1, 2024

Concerns grow over the link between ADHD and drug use, shocking footage emerges of crash in Auckland, and the Prime Minister hints at a solution for Interislander’s woes.

Editorial: Slow Govt decision-making on ferries starts to make iRex look good

OPINION: Even with an eye-watering budget blowout, at least there was a plan.

Transport giant wants rail on new ferries

Mainfreight's managing director said the rail connection was vital for the network.

SPCA rehomes large number of rats from Whanganui home

Some rats travelled via ferry to Christchurch in a custom-built, air-conditioned vehicle.

KiwiRail disestablishes 61 jobs, including health and safety

It comes after ministers raised 'serious questions' about KiwiRail's safety record.

Aratere ferry damage: Ship needs new plating, port doing underwater inspections

The cause of the incident remains under investigation.

Interislander's Aratere ferry damages hull while docking

The same ferry ran aground in Picton recently and lost power last year.

Letters: Triumphant Black Ferns Sevens epitomise the best of sport

OPINION: 'Yes, it’s great to win, but how you do it is the most important.'

KiwiRail board exodus: Acting chairman named, search for new directors under way

Rob Jager's career includes more than 43 years with Shell in various executive roles.

Arena Williams: Why Cook Strait ferries must remain publicly-owned

OPINION: The Govt needs to make the right decision for NZ’s long-term interests.

How Interislander ferry business could be removed from KiwiRail

The Government is yet to announce its decision on KiwiRail's future and new ferries.

Editorial: Ferries safe to sail another five years, but should they?

OPINION: It seems the current fleet will need to see us through until 2029.