The Govt has allowed the banning of cars "cruising" down certain streets as a raft of its hardline measures today start becoming law.

Top public servants received substantial pay rises in the past year, while there was also a big jump in civil servants earning over $100,000.

Auckland drivers may face more red-light cameras - and $150 fines - if the Govt accepts a novel city council revenue-sharing proposal.

Speed is the biggest killer on New Zealand's roads - with the number of deaths at a five-year high and motorcyclists the leading casualties.

An online survey of 1200 Kiwi drug users shows one in four drove after taking cannabis in the last year.

Transport Minister Steven Joyce hints at tougher drink-driving laws, describing existing alcohol limits for drivers as "ridiculous".

A new Super City transport agency will have responsibility for roading as well as buses, rail and ferries in the Auckland region.