A bus passenger was taken to hospital after she was hit in the head by an object thrown through the bus window.

Aucklanders aren't too fussed where their trains are built - 100 years on, they just want a service.

Kiwirail train drivers have been disciplined for seven serious safety breaches in the past two years, including failing drug or alcohol tests and falling asleep on the job.

Auckland commuters will be among the first to be called on to pay more for KiwiRail services under a 10-year turnaround plan.