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The Northland Rescue Helicopter drops a paramedic onto PatriotX in rough seas 240km off the Bay of Islands. Video / NEST
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UK free trade fast-tracked, Ed Sheeran wins case & King's Coronation nears | Focus Morning Bulletin: 5 May, 2023
NZ's Free Trade Agreement with the United Kingdom fast-tracked, Ed Sheeran victorious in copyright case and London all set for Coronation weekend in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Eleven dead, nine still missing after boat sinks in west Indonesia
Rescuers searching for nine people still missing in the rough seas near Indonesia.
Six months in a catamaran: Couple's 'big adventure' sailing around NZ
“You felt like you were the only one on the planet," Linda Hay said of her favourite spot.
Some Interislander sailings cancelled due to sickness, uptick in crew shortages
Interislander says illness and recruitment issues both affect crew availability.
Immigration changes announced for beleaguered ferry services
Four out of five key occupations now have a work-to-residence pathway.
Three rescued after boat sinks in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf
A Coast Guard vessel located the people in the water just after 3pm today.
Dire Strait: The five jobs Interislander wants on the immigration Green List
National says Interislander cannot access the critical staff it needs.
Focus: Transport Minister on unreliable Cook Strait ferries
Transport Minister Michael Wood is asked about the state of Cook Strait ferries. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus Live: Wood and Hipkins give second Harbour crossing announcement
Transport Minister Michael Wood and PM Chris Hipkins reveal five combinations of tunnels and bridges for a second Waitematā harbour crossing. Video / NZ Herald
Stuart Nash scrutinised, second Akl harbour crossing & why are Fullers ferries failing | Focus Morning Bulletin: 30 March, 2023
Stuart Nash cooperates with review, could a second Waitemata Harbour crossing be fast-tracked? And how the Cyclone Gabrielle disaster funds are being spent in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
'Very annoying': Travellers still dealing with ferry cancellations
Frustrated people trying to cross Cook Strait still dealing with cancellations, delays.
New emergency shipping route a ‘lifeline’ for Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne
New route a lifeline for hard-hit economies.
Focus: Government launches port safety action plan
Transport Minister Michael Wood announces an industry-wide change to health and safety at the ports after two workers died within less than a week of one another in April last year. Video / Mark Mitchell
Dire Strait: Call for Govt to step in as KiwiRail stuck with ageing Interisland fleet
New Zealand's $25 billion freight and logistics sector feeling pain of ferry failures too.
Focus: Interislander ferries reaching the end of their working life
The Interislander Cook Strait ferries are reaching the end of their working life, and two new ferries are being built to replace them. Video / Mark Mitchell
Stranded Cook Strait ferry passengers have ‘strong case’ for payout
Ferry passengers who forked out money over the delays could get it back, Consumer NZ says.
Aussie tourist shares terrifying experience in Bali
"Things got hairy" on a ferry journey between a popular tourist spot and the mainland.
Ferry that had travellers waiting for two hours suffers mechanical issue
It's a waiting game to get to the island today.
Watch: Tense moment as boat & trailer almost flip on Auckland motorway
The swaying boat & trailer was spotted on Auckland's State Highway 20. Video / Supplied
Shipping rates soften, but there could be a catch
We're still not seeing the shipping improvements Australia is enjoying.
Northport holds key to unlock supply chain - Port of Tauranga CEO
Northport's container volumes up 42 per cent due to diverting ships.
Editorial: Manukau port - dream or vision?
EDITORIAL: Why is the Govt taking another look at a new port in the southwest of Auckland?
'Incredible opportunity': Community warming to new Picton ferry terminal plans
A public session to learn more about the Picton ferry terminal upgrade was held this week.
Robertson says Wellington Water situation ‘ridiculous’ while Board Chair refuses to step down
Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson says the Wellington fluoridation situation is ‘ridiculous’ while Wellington Water Board Chair Lynda Carroll flatly refuses to step down. Video / Newstalk ZB
Interislander ferry passenger services cancelled after Covid crew cases
Interislander ferries can still sail carrying freight, and Bluebridge services operating.
New coastal cargo shipper promises more services to come
Company intends to use secondary ports such as Nelson, Whanganui and New Plymouth.
Auckland, Cook Strait electric ferries moving closer to reality
Funding, testing, prototypes and ferry operator support coming together.
Ports boss facing call to go after damning health and safety report
The Maritime Union has no confidence in Tony Gibson and wants him gone.
Ports of Auckland review: Mayor's grim message to management
"If the board doesn't carry out its role then they will be replaced," Phil Goff says.
Bay of Islands boat destroyed by fire
Emergency services responded to reports of a fire at about 1pm yesterday. Video / Supplied
Live animal export ban lifts but SAFE wants total ban on livestock shipments
The number of animals which can be loaded on a ship will be capped.
Out of control boat goes airborne after smashing into dock
An unmanned out of control boat goes airborne after smashing into a concrete dock. Video / Martin County Sheriff's Office
Get excited commuters, Harbour Bridge repairs set for tomorrow night
Work teams will attach a new permanent strut on Saturday night, weather permitting.