Watch: Govt grilled after key questions on new ferries left unanswered
A cost blowout forced the cancellation of project started under the Labour Government.
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Trucks smash $300 worth of antiques by driving through Hikurangi detour.
D-day for Interislander, Government to reveal new Cook Strait ferries
The Government has promised the plan will be cheaper than the cancelled mega-ferries.
KiwiRail to upgrade Ava bridge, closing walkway for safety
KiwiRail to close Lower Hutt bridge walkway from February 24 for safety upgrades.
Ferry project cost drops under coalition, Luxon confirms
KiwiRail's iRex contract cancelled; new ferry details await Wednesday's announcement.
SH2 barriers a danger to staff, trucking boss says
Local businesses hit hard by SH2 median barriers as trucking firm warns of safety risks.
Labour MP Arena Williams: A second summer – and still no new ferries
OPINION: NZ still remains without a reliable Cook Strait connection.
Triple tragedy: Three dead after four motorbikes and car crash near Taihape
Emergency services also rushing to second motorbike crash at Tihoi, Bay of Plenty.
'I'm worried about getting home': Whangārei taxi waits stretch for hours
One woman waited more than four hours for a taxi but drivers say the market is tough.
'Doesn't seem to be logical': Improving notorious intersection shelved – again
The Hill St junction is often described as the worst intersection in NZ.
NZTA says new revenue needed and is discussing structure of debts
The transport agency will have a $6b annual deficit by the end of the decade.
Fresh concerns about completion date of Auckland’s $5.5b City Rail Link
Alarm bells have already rung about cost and time blowouts.
Letters: Beach contamination shameful; what Kiwi cities are lacking
OPINION: 'Nothing but Third-World standards, and an absolute disgrace.'
'Surgical change': Transport Minister, mayor wield knife to reform Auckland Transport
Local Boards, not AT, will decide projects in their communities.
Council to 'take back control' of Auckland Transport's policy functions
The two Browns have announced a major shake-up to Auckland Transport's functions.
Simon Wilson: There's a job for Luxon if they make Kiwi version of The Office
OPINION: The Government celebrates getting things done but is that really what it's doing?
Govt wants users of new infrastructure squeezed before it opens its wallet
Minister also creates new pathway for private sector to pitch projects.
'Can’t have police on every bus': Two assaults on Auckland bus drivers in one hour
Attacks started during Covid-19 and getting worse, says union leader.
'Death spiral' warning for public transport in Hawke’s Bay as NZTA issues new targets
'The problem with dramatically increasing fares is that fewer people will take the bus.'
Better Be Home Soon: $134 for 10-minute taxi ride after Crowded House gig
Turner said her taxi driver overcharged, swore at other drivers and drove dangerously.
SH1 project moves to Desert Rd with 50km detours for two months
Total road closures are being used in blocks to speed up the works.
'Prepare for delays': Auckland commuters warned to plan for Black Friday traffic
Auckland Transport has urged people to consider taking public transport.
Bus and train fares set to soar with new NZTA targets
NZTA has asked council authorities to hit high revenue targets.
Rogue Auckland taxi driver charges customer twice during 3km journey
The tourist was charged a 'card activation fee' of almost $200 before the 3km ride began.
Whangārei Heads residents sick of slow pace want quick change
Should local speed limits be relaxed during school holidays?
Looming 3G shutoff weighs on Eroad result - but full-year guidance on track
Firm sees potential in new AI products, expansion of road user charges to petrol vehicles.
Everything you need to know ahead of the Auckland Santa Parade
From where to get the best view to when the roads will close.
Gisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gears
Gisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.
Plan to renationalise UK railways gets green light
Labour has promised to fix the country’s ailing transport services.
'He begged me': Auckland taxi driver's emotional plea after being busted price-gouging tourist
A director of an Auckland taxi service has addressed concerns from multiple passengers.
Napier Port says earnings rebound will continue in 2025
The port bounces back after Cyclone Gabrielle sabotaged its post-Covid recovery.
Desert Road shutting for nearly two months
'We need a minimum ground temperature of 13C to carry out pavement works.'
Troubling new analysis: Why NZ needs tougher laws for serial speedsters
Study investigating speeding in NZ reveals a worrying link between tickets and crashes.
Act calls for Auckland Transport to stop 'free rides' on buses due to violence risk
AT introduced a de facto travel-free policy in 2020, says Act MP Parmjeet Parmar.