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Covid blows $350m hole in transport fund, fears infrastructure projects might be cut
Transport funding has been suffering under Covid because people are driving less.
Half-price public transport fares a big hit in Auckland
However, AT says main driver of patronage will be easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
The Front Page: Why Govt's fuel bailout was a mistake never to be repeated
Simon Wilson on the impact of climate change and why we need to act now.
'Perfect storm': Auckland on brink of running out of money for public transport
We are going into the new year on a bit of a wobble, says the AT deputy chairman.
AT plans changes to Mt Albert cycleway four years after it was built
"It's consultation by ideology," said one Mt Albert businesswoman.
Missing 13-year-old: Police appeal to Albany residents, bus passengers
Police: 'Our priority is to locate Aria so that we can ensure that she is safe and well.'
Thomas Coughlan: Forget poor, 'squeezed middle' what it's all about
National has quietly changed the goalposts of the "cost-of-living crisis".
Police called as 'shameless' AT staffer parks on footpath to get takeaways
The AT staffer was shameless and showed no remorse, said a witness.
'We are not going to back down': AT to push ahead with removing parking spaces
Taking away parking is taking away my bread and butter, says a butcher.
'Distracting behaviour': Air traffic controller had sex while directing planes
"I have reached that conclusion despite my finding that he did undertake risky behaviour."
AT put on notice by mayoral candidates over parking plans
New mayoral candidate promises to replace the board of Auckland Transport.
Get off the road: Auckland Transport's plan to remove parking for cycleways and bus lanes
These changes are desperately needed, says councillor Chris Darby.
Scrapping of $785m cycling bridge delays plans for harbour park
There are plans to hold walking and cycling events over the harbour bridge.
Chlöe Swarbrick: Not too late to get transport dream back on track
We could have had an enviable public transport network - instead, we got car-dependency.
Reducing Covid restriction, not half price fares, will best boost public transport - AT
Pandemic has had a huge impact on public transport numbers.
Cheaper public transport fares could soon be made permanent
Measures to ease cost of living could be a sign of further announcements in the Budget.
Focus: Aucklanders react to half-price public transport
As fuel prices remain high Aucklanders voice their opinions to the Government's move to halve the price of public transport. Video / NZ Herald
Liam Dann: How the Govt can afford fuel tax cuts - and what it will do to inflation
ANZ economists say the moves will likely mean a lower peak for inflation.
South Auckland leaders fuming over $35m cycleway for the rich
The $35m cycleway is built to a gold standard, while South Auckland just gets green paint.
Barney Irvine: Five priorities for the next Auckland Mayor
OPINION: Auckland Business Forum writes of the handful of pressing matters for the city.
Auckland Transport under pressure as Omicron causes staff shortages
AT has confirmed it is cancelling about 2,000 services a day due to staff shortages.
Govt's Auckland light rail project could cost $29b, Treasury says
Route planned from the central city to the airport.
Interislander ferry passenger services cancelled after Covid crew cases
Interislander ferries can still sail carrying freight, and Bluebridge services operating.
Watch: 'Here's what bus drivers get up to on their breaks'
Music to the ears: Viewers described it as "a joy to see" especially amid difficult times.
Wellington Parliament protests: Card spending down 50%, level of protest pollution unknown
Wellington businesses have been hit twice as hard by Omicron as the other main centres.
Builder launches new $120m apartment business
Construction chief launches new Auckland train station-oriented apartment business.
Andrew Barnes: Light rail is a bad idea. Where the billions should go instead
Light rail plans are catered to an Auckland that existed before the pandemic.
Despite protest, Wellington still moving
Traffic isn't as shut down by the protest at Parliament as you think.
Michael Wood: Light rail should have come years ago
OPINION: Transport Minister hopes objectors will get onboard as the project is rolled out.
Transport Minister admits a 'little' surprise over bike bridge backlash
Michael Wood also spoke about congestion charges and public transport in the regions.
Tim Hazledine: Throwing light on rail plans
OPINION: Emeritus economics professor asks why the choice has to be rail or roads?
Help! Should my toddler wear a mask on a plane?
Travelling with a toddler is hard enough but should we be getting them to mask up?
'Really unfair': Mother says light rail tax would put stress on family budget
There is excitement in Māngere for light rail, says Jo Latif.