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MFAT warned of risk to relationship with Korea over mega ferry cancellation

Careful and deliberate communications with the Korean Government were advised.

Minister dodges questions on ferry letter, won't commit to new ships by 2026

Newstalk ZB host asks Nicola Willis: 'What the hell's going on?'

Court bars City Rail Link from closing street outside Barclay Suites

A court says pedestrian and vehicle access near the CRL site must be upheld.

How does Te Huia’s subsidy compare to roads?

Train service between Auckland and Hamilton is heavily subsidised - but roads are too.

KiwiRail blows budget for Auckland’s mega rail network rebuild

The state-owned railway company is discussing more funding to complete the rebuild.

Train schedules slashed: Auckland's Western Line faces disruption amid Kiwirail works

Some have questioned timing of the works, criticising the disruption for commuters.

'Visionary shaking up architecture worldwide': Jasmax architect Elisapeta Heta

Heta worked on the City Rail Link project, particularly Te Waihorotiu Station's design.

Property Insider: Contentious retirement village survey, who wants $500k+ from failed builder

More than 300 NZ retirement villages and 71 operators ranked according to best practice.

Simon Wilson: Light rail is dead, but Auckland still needs better transport and revenue reform

OPINION: Light rail is dead but Auckland needs a transport plan and funds to pay for it.

Property Insider: $33m Auckland block bought pre-election for scrapped light rail

'Irresponsible' said Simeon Brown of the rail business buying so close to the election.

Editorial: Cook Strait ferries - dated, dirty and desperate

OPINION: A tired trip across Cook Strait highlights the dire state of our ferries.

This is Vietnam’s first luxury train journey - try it before everyone else catches on

From Hoi An to Quy Nhon, and complete with complimentary neck massages.

$200 billion deficit: Why our 'Number 8 wire' philosophy is costing NZ

This country has a habit of failing to invest in infrastructure.

Tangiwai 70th anniversary to be marked with national memorial service

The service will be held on January 21, 2024.

Letters: Ferry decision criticism - and support

OPINION: Herald readers write about the decision not to fund the new ferries, and more.

'Inadequate': Lack of crew, safety plan made Auckland train accident more likely

The train slid 55m on its side before stopping.