Latest from Transport Accident Investigation Commission

Train hits container blown on to railway

A shipping container weighing about 2.3 tonnes was hit by a midnight train after it was blown onto the main trunk railway at Otahuhu in the storm at the weekend.

Slippery tracks factor in train crashes

The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has released its findings on two Wellington commuter train crashes.

Safety plea would serve bar victims

The police yesterday called off the search for Taulagi Afamasaga.

Interim finding on fatal chopper crash

A helicopter crash which killed two Northland forestry workers doesn't appear to have been caused by an issue that's prompted red

Skipper was 'accident waiting to happen'

A fellow boatie said he had laid complaints about skipper Bill McNatty's competence.

Kaipara search for final victim

The search for the last victim of the Kaipara charter boat tragedy is under way this morning.

Beheaded fisherman: Rules not followed

An investigation into a horrific accident in which a young fisherman was decapitated has found key safety rules weren't followed.

Chopper wreckage lifted from bush

The wreckage of a helicopter in which two men died this week is removed from the Northland bush.

Enviro Canty, DoC suspend Robinson helicopter use

Environment Canterbury and Department of Conservation move follows this week's double fatality in Northland.

Aviation businesses face financial losses

Aviation businesses face an uncertain wait and the prospect of financial losses after the grounding of the type of helicopter involved in a fatal crash last week.

Damaged Kea ferry moved to repair yard

Devonport’s veteran Kea ferry was yesterday moved to a repair yard after crashing into a wharf on Tuesday, injuring 17 people, but remains under detention by investigators.

Four commissioners appointed for Rena wreck decision

Four commissioners have been appointed to decide whether a resource consent should be granted allowing part of the Rena wreck to remain on Astrolabe Reef.

Balloon crash, MH370 inspire 'Watch List'

Tragedies such as the Carterton balloon crash and MH370 have influenced the creation of a "Watch List" designed to highlight air, sea and rail safety concerns.

Changes follow Antarctica plane drama

Air Force has changed its procedures following a difficult landing in near white-out conditions in Antarctica with a plane low on fuel and carrying 130 people.

Rena probe reveals catalogue of issues

New Zealand's maritime authority is investigating how shipping around our coasts can be made safer, after a high-level report into the Rena grounding.

Kiwi dies on commercial fishing trawler

A Nelson man has died after being struck by a wire on a commercial fishing vessel on the Pacific Ocean.

Pilot put 134 people at risk - watchdog

An Air New Zealand pilot put the safety of six crew and 128 passengers at risk while landing in foggy conditions, a transport watchdog has confirmed.

Murphy: Test tourist drivers

Tourists should be tested before being allowed to drive in New Zealand, says motorsport legend Greg Murphy.