Commercial bus operators are enjoying a free ride at ratepayers' expense on the slopes of an Auckland tourist magnet.

Overcoming public perceptions is the first step, but planner promises economic benefits will be tangible.

Smart roads and clever apps could hold the key to solving Auckland's congestion problems, writes Steve Hart.

At 9am on Saturday, the first gleaming carnation-red electric tram will begin carrying passengers at the Wynyard Quarter development on the Auckland waterfront.

Auckland Tramways leader says narrow pedestrian passageway poses security risk.

Auckland Central MP Nikki Kaye denies trying to hitch an electioneering ride back to Parliament on an ambitious tramway proposal, saying she started work on it last year.