AucklandHundreds ordered to resit driving tests after VTNZ officers allegedly took money to pass applicantsNZTA and police have both launched investigations into 'potentially fraudulent activity'.06 Oct 10:01 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, gusts up to 120km/h set to hit as wild front sweeps northWind gusts of up to 120km/h are expected to batter the Canterbury High Country.06 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ complains of soaring costs as watchdog rejects calls for inquiry into airportsAirports, minister react after Air NZ argued consumers would benefit from more scrutiny.06 Oct 03:40 AM
CrimeCriminal charge filed against bus driver accused of hitting 83yo pedestrianPamela Marion Biggs, 83, died a day after being struck in Onehunga.05 Oct 09:16 PM
WorldE-backlash: Europe is saying no to electric scootersE-scooters may be too maligned. A new study suggests they are safer than electric bikes.02 Oct 09:18 PM
AirlinesAirports, exporters welcome freight action plan after investments at Christchurch and Auckland Ambitious aircraft projects should link up with road and rail, airports say.01 Oct 11:42 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The 'war on cars', the CRL and the battle for Queen St in local electionsOPINION: Because of Queen St, the race for the Waitematā ward has citywide significance. 30 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New expressway extension welcome newsOPINION: Other major roading projects will also benefit thousands of road users.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We know nothing’: Wayne Brown claims the Govt is working on Auckland tunnel plans in secretThe NZ Transport Agency has kept his council in the dark, the mayor claims. 28 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGrumpy outsider no more? Wayne Brown sits down for first in-depth interview of electionSimon Wilson talks transport, housing, floods and the city's future with Auckland Mayor.27 Sep 04:30 AM
ManufacturingRich-listers' Ubco rescue: Sale price revealedReceivers say the electric motorcycle maker will stay in Mount Maunganui.24 Sep 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomEnergy bosses call for stable energy rulesCEOs say 87% of firms lack confidence NZ has invested enough in energy.24 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandWill the 'net zero' target include shipping and aviation emissions?Minister Simon Watts is expected to decide on their inclusion in the target by November.24 Sep 03:52 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The parable of ‘Chrissie’s little train set’ OPINION: Why are leafy suburbs like Mt Eden opposed to density even when it's done well?23 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Driving is worse now': Greg Murphy blasts 'inept' politicians on road safety 'failings'The motorsport icon says it's 'embarrassingly easy' to get a driver’s licence in NZ. 22 Sep 12:28 AM
WellingtonMan charged after laser aimed at planes near Wellington AirportTwo planes reported being targeted by a laser within five minutes.20 Sep 07:52 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'We argued about it for years': Transmission Gully delivers $79m in benefitsThe $1.25b motorway, opened in 2022, is technically still not finished.19 Sep 01:18 AM
WellingtonPassengers stuck on Wellington train given bags to use as a toiletOne passenger said the train slowly lost power after an overhead wire snapped.18 Sep 11:32 PM
New Zealand'Bottom line': Regional deal must benefit Western Bay, says mayorDenyer backs a Katikati bypass, a project locals have sought for more than 100 years.18 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldMajor disruption hits France on day of anti-Macron 'anger'With unions calling for strikes, commuters faced severe disruption on the Paris Metro.18 Sep 09:32 AM
Auckland'Working day and night': Speed camera trailers descend on AucklandThey are fitted with CCTV cameras and alarm systems to protect the equipment.16 Sep 12:23 AM
WorldResidents force suspension of Machu Picchu rail serviceThe citadel receives about 4500 visitors daily, many from overseas.15 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAviation Action Plan released: Changes for Ōhakea, regional airlines, aim to speed up new drone rulesDrones, Ōhakea, a pilot shortage and regional airlines all get attention in the new plan.15 Sep 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNew Civil Aviation Authority boss to address aviation industry after tensionsNew chief gets to meet leaders of multibillion-dollar sector after tensions, slow rebound.15 Sep 02:09 AM
PoliticsChris Bishop flags Northland housing crisis, expressway progressNorthland housing deprivation was a key issue for the minister "of nearly everything". 12 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson Love this City: Election news and Brown's latest 'drongo'OPINION: "Brain tests", who wants what Wayne wants, Kerrin Leoni on housing, and more.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWarning as Uber drivers to strike over pay and conditionsProtests will target airports in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.12 Sep 04:27 AM
WorldGas tanker blast injures dozens in Mexico CityThe truck was carrying 49,500 litres of gas when it overturned and exploded.11 Sep 12:33 AM
WorldCanadians keeping up their boycott of USReturn trips by vehicles were down by 33.9% and 25.4% by air compared to August last year.10 Sep 10:44 PM
AirlinesJetstar in massive push for more NZ domestic flights and trips to AustraliaIn its biggest-ever NZ expansion, it is ramping up services with 660,000 more seats.10 Sep 03:00 AM
WorldLondon commuters face travel chaos as Tube strike hits hardThe strike could cost the economy $525m, Centre for Economics and Business Research said.08 Sep 10:39 PM
WorldAustralia plans compensation scheme for flight delays, cancellationsPassengers facing delays could get refunds under a new protection scheme.07 Sep 11:05 PM
WorldMillions brace for London Underground workers' strikeThe RMT trade union is battling to secure better pay and conditions, with reduced hours.07 Sep 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonIt drives me crazy: Five questions that Auckland’s new transport setup doesn’t answerOpinion: Local decision-making good, Government over-reach bad: the new transport plan.05 Sep 04:45 AM
