Wood hits back at National for underfunding transport
The Transport Minister has hit back at criticism from National for underfunding transport.
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The Government has announced its biggest ever transport package.
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Five people were in car that rolled on SH1 with one thrown out and one trapped in wreck.
Work resumes on Transmission Gully, NZTA assesses lockdown fallout
It's expected the road's opening will be delayed after two weeks at alert level 4.
Let's Get Wellington Moving loses director after less than four months
The $6.4 billion transport plan's board is working to fill the role as soon as possible.
Transport Minister says lockdown will likely delay Transmission Gully opening
It's the latest blow to the already delayed $1.25 billion motorway out of Wellington.
Fixing the ferries: Ambitious plans for harbour transport
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Race to finish Transmission Gully: Experts, independent chair brought in
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PM: Back to drawing board on cycle bridge
PM says Govt will look at other options after cycle bridge gets the voters' thumbs down.
Govt comms spending increases 50% in four years
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WorkSafe probes truckers' poor pay in safety investigation
The study done for WorkSafe recommends improving health and safety laws.
Robinson helicopters' safety record in NZ: Are they safe to fly?
Wedding party crash puts 'Robbies' back under scrutiny.
City Rail Link delays hitting businesses around Auckland's K Rd
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Editorial: Harbour Bridge plan a long-term bet
EDITORIAL: The bridge would be a valuable tourism asset for New Zealand's biggest city.
Bikes could take over one lane on Auckland Harbour Bridge
An existing lane may be dedicated to cyclists and pedestrians ahead of separate bridge.
'Disgraceful': SH2 road project u-turn slammed
MP 'furious' and community has 'immense anger' after highway funding axed.
Govt reveals options for climate change policies in transport
The Government says it wants a "national conversation" about transport changes.
Auckland congestion charge could hit poor hardest, councillors warn
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AT to chase road campaigner to pay over penis pothole vandalism
Road campaigner says he's only drawing on the part of the road that needs fixing anyway.
Feedback sought on speed limit changes, roundabout for SH3
Transport agency Waka Kotahi seeking public feedback for highway proposals.
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'Falling on deaf ears': Laser strike concerns going unheard
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Transport Minister weighs in on Auckland port issues
Michael Wood supports call for port to build better relationships with workforce.
The town where the train stops, but you can't get on or off
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Holiday traffic: Delays expected as people head off for their Easter breaks early
Roads busy in Wellington as people get an early start on the long weekend.
Government puts Auckland light rail back on track
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Auckland light rail: A story of big promises and slow progress
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Transport safety at 'point of madness'
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Kiwi shipping customers not helping in freight logjam, finding shows
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Skypath design set to be scrapped - National calls for funds to be redirected
Converting traffic lanes on the bridge to cycle lanes is "a bit nutty", says National.
Wellington bus drivers could see base rate bumped up
The proposed deal would see the drivers' base rate rise from $19.40 up to $22.10 per hour.
Wellington pedestrian, cyclist deaths and injuries disproportionate
Council data shows nearly half of serious injuries involve someone on foot or on a bike.