TravelHow the super-rich travel in Asia - 9 extravagant train journeys you never knew existedWelcome to a world of onboard massage rooms, Champagne on tap and claw baths.09 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandMFAT warned of risk to relationship with Korea over mega ferry cancellationCareful and deliberate communications with the Korean Government were advised.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinister dodges questions on ferry letter, won't commit to new ships by 2026Newstalk ZB host asks Nicola Willis: 'What the hell's going on?'04 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCourt bars City Rail Link from closing street outside Barclay SuitesA court says pedestrian and vehicle access near the CRL site must be upheld.02 Apr 07:26 PM
New ZealandHow does Te Huia’s subsidy compare to roads?Train service between Auckland and Hamilton is heavily subsidised - but roads are too.25 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail blows budget for Auckland’s mega rail network rebuildThe state-owned railway company is discussing more funding to complete the rebuild.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTrain schedules slashed: Auckland's Western Line faces disruption amid Kiwirail worksSome have questioned timing of the works, criticising the disruption for commuters.04 Mar 05:04 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Visionary shaking up architecture worldwide': Jasmax architect Elisapeta HetaHeta worked on the City Rail Link project, particularly Te Waihorotiu Station's design.04 Mar 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumAged careProperty Insider: Contentious retirement village survey, who wants $500k+ from failed builderMore than 300 NZ retirement villages and 71 operators ranked according to best practice.26 Feb 10:23 PM
New ZealandTotal signal failure behind widespread Auckland train disruptionTrains were halted for at least 23 minutes while the 'technical issue' was resolved.21 Feb 11:48 PM
New Zealand'Bloody good bollocking': Mayor prepares for showdown as train debacle continuesCommuters have been warned trains will be cancelled due to the 'heat' until March.13 Feb 07:15 PM
New ZealandWeeks of chaos: Up to one in three Auckland train services cancelled from todayFrom 3pm today, 19 services will be cancelled on the rail network.13 Feb 12:39 AM
New ZealandAT blames KiwiRail over track ‘heat’ train cancellationsTrains on all lines were being affected between 1pm and 8pm.12 Feb 06:39 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeProperty Insider: Kāinga Ora under fire; Chinese developers ‘shrivel’; why mega-projects are late and costlyInvestigation findings on the state housing agency will be reported to ministers in March.29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe political risk facing the Government over the Interislander ferriesThe uncertainty comes a year on from when Kaitaki lost power in the middle of Cook Strait.28 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelThe many benefits of travelling around Japan by trainYou'll uncover more of Japan’s hidden treasures by rail.24 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail charged after Interislander ferry loses power in Cook StraitThe Kaitaki lost power and came close to running aground in January last year.17 Jan 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The Auckland transport project that never got past the 'Stop' signOPINION: Scrapping Auckland's light rail was the only decision possible.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: $33m Auckland block bought pre-election for scrapped light rail'Irresponsible' said Simeon Brown of the rail business buying so close to the election.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Light rail is dead, but Auckland still needs better transport and revenue reformOPINION: Light rail is dead but Auckland needs a transport plan and funds to pay for it.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Cook Strait ferries - dated, dirty and desperateOPINION: A tired trip across Cook Strait highlights the dire state of our ferries.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelThis is Vietnam’s first luxury train journey - try it before everyone else catches onFrom Hoi An to Quy Nhon, and complete with complimentary neck massages.11 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand$200 billion deficit: Why our 'Number 8 wire' philosophy is costing NZThis country has a habit of failing to invest in infrastructure.19 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandTangiwai 70th anniversary to be marked with national memorial serviceThe service will be held on January 21, 2024.19 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Ferry decision criticism - and supportOPINION: Herald readers write about the decision not to fund the new ferries, and more.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Inadequate': Lack of crew, safety plan made Auckland train accident more likelyThe train slid 55m on its side before stopping.13 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Parking panic and the oddly obstructive Heart of the CityOPINION: Why is there such a desperate campaign to save the underused Downtown car park?04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProposal to return trams to Whanganui streetsThe options were created to include the community and pressure the district council.19 Nov 07:20 PM
TravelJourney through the heart of New South Wales by private trainTravel in historical luxury across NSW with Vintage Rail Journeys.10 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandBluebridge Cook Strait ferry forced to turn back after hitting wharfThe hull has been damaged and there is a small hole above the water line.07 Nov 10:39 PM
TravelThis disused Singapore-Malaysia railway is now the world’s coolest bike rideSingapore celebrates 120 years of the Kranji railway with a revived cycling route.02 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldIndian passenger trains collide, killing 13 and injuring 25The incoming train slammed into a stationary train in Vizianagaram, in Andhra Pradesh.30 Oct 05:44 AM
New ZealandInterislander changes refund process as passengers wait six weeks to get money backA Commerce Commission investigation into the Cook Strait ferry company is ongoing.28 Oct 01:42 AM
TravelTrain travel in Europe is set to change – what travellers need to knowA new way to get to Paris has been announced, which is bad news for Eurostar.12 Oct 09:11 PM
