Wellingtonians split on proposals to densify city housing
'We might lose a few old houses along the way but there's so much more to be gained.'
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A North Shore wharf has been closed for safety reasons a week after it re-opened.
No airport bus to Hutt City a 'slap in the face'
The future of the Airport Flyer bus is up for debate at a transport meeting this morning.
Wellington's airport bus off the road until mid-2022
The regional council is now taking control of securing the Airport Flyer's future.
30,000 fare dodgers caught on Auckland's public transport
Most people do the right thing, but those who don't are potentially costing AT thousands.
Queen Street conundrum: Has the Golden Mile lost its lustre?
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Mongrel Mob bikers warned by ferry bosses: Be good
Mighty Mongrel Mob Barbarian MC came from around NZ to gather in Christchurch.
Barney Irvine: Five must-dos to get northwest Auckland moving
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Unmasked: The Auckland bus drivers not wearing face coverings
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Bus leaves two teenagers stranded in 'the middle of nowhere'
"We lost it when we then saw the bus drive away with all our stuff."
'A nightmare': Cars set to be banned from Queen St
Two large sections of Queen St will be bus-only by mid-2021.
Back to School: Walking to schools helps body, brain and the planet
Despite the health and traffic benefits of walking, most Kiwi kids get a lift to school.
Cyclists want Tamaki Drive's bumpy cycleway replaced with concrete
Cyclist: 'It's like going mountain biking on a road bike'.
City Rail Link taking shape below Auckland CBD
Deep below Karangahape Rd is one of two underground stations.
Troubled waters: Yacht wedged under car ramp after colliding with ferry
Residents heard the ferry horn blaring before a loud crash echoed throughout the area.
Why West Auckland traffic is driving residents mad
Over 30 years Northwest is expected to grow by more than 100,000 people and 40,000 homes.
AT unveils fleet of electric buses for new AirportLink service
New electric buses will run between Manukau and the Auckland International Airport.
$46.3m: AT fine revenue rises 60 per cent in two years
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NZ's $4.4b railway still on track despite Covid threat
The mana of Dame Whina Cooper bodes well for the City Rail Link.
Government told not to repeat Harbour Bridge blunder
Whangaparaoa residents cannot understand why Penlink is a two-lane highway.
Fix on the horizon: New $400m road for Auckland a step closer
The 7km road is due to begin construction next year and open in 2025.
Public toilets: Going where many fear to tread
Opinion: High quality, inclusive, public toilets should be a basic human right.
Wellington rates hike: Regional council indicates 13% rise
Action on climate change, lower bus patronage, and reforms are behind the increase.
'Just insane': Hundreds queue for ferry to Waiheke as line snake down Queen St
Passengers waiting for a ferry to Waiheke are facing long delays this afternoon.
SkyPath design being reviewed after Harbour Bridge crash
SkyPath has faced years of controversy, delays and rising costs.
Auckland rate increase of 5% approved for public consultation
Aucklanders will get to have a say on rates in the New Year.
E-scooter rider critically injured in crash
The woman was taken to Christchurch Hospital by ambulance.
Ready to rumble: City Rail Link's giant boring machine unveiled
The boring machine will start rumbling underground in April.
Simon Wilson: How to cut Auckland transport emissions by 70% in a decade
Cutting transport emissions won't be as hard as you might think – if we commit to it.
'A very good start': Hopes climate change declaration will speed up local action
The council hopes the declaration signals closer partnership with central government.
The state of Christchurch's roads 10 years after the quakes - and what about light rail?
As new highway opens today, Herald investigates Christchurch's transport past and future.
Auckland in dark about light rail, city's transport boss says
Auckland Transport feels shut out of light rail by the Government.
Wellington bus-goers snap up new iPhone app
iPhone users have downloaded the app 10,000 times since its release on Wednesday.