New ZealandWoF changes to start in OctoberThe New Zealand Transport Agency plans to phase in a 12-month warrant of fitness from October, nine months earlier than originally planned.23 Apr 05:18 AM
New ZealandNew parking fees boost council coffersMotorists are paying more money to park in downtown Auckland under a new scheme which allows them to stay longer - if they are prepared to pay extra.22 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandMayor hot and cold on tramsAuckland Mayor Len Brown has been a key player in withdrawing - and reinstating - funding for the two historic trams in Wynyard Quarter, official papers show.22 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandAsk Phoebe: Park contaminated with asbestos covered overAt the end of Hugo Johnson Drive, just about opposite the old Southdown Freezing Works site and the co-gen facility, there is an odd little "park".22 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandShore bias sends fare plan back for rethinkAuckland Transport is taking a "simplified" fares system for buses and trains back to the drawing board after public concern that it favoured the North Shore over other areas.21 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandMajor rail delays in Auckland this morningRail commuters are facing major delays in Auckland this morning after two separate signal failures.16 Apr 08:32 PM
OpinionMatt McCarten: Ministers without a clueIt takes a lot to get Aucklanders riled, writes Matt McCarten. "When they do, governments fall."13 Apr 05:30 PM
KahuGrass-roots protest gains momentum in RotoruaA grass-roots protest against a planned Rotorua Eastern Arterial (REA) route is gaining momentum with hundreds of people taking to the internet to voice their opposition.09 Apr 05:10 AM
New ZealandFailures put off commuterDarrell Preston would rather hobble 5km a day on a bad knee than take his chances with the new train ticketing machines.08 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: End in sight for bus fiascoIt's taken 10 years, but finally the penny has dropped in the dark recesses of Auckland Transport's brain box, writes Brian Rudman.07 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandWorkers inconvenienced by school kidsSchoolkids are causing chaos on peak time Auckland buses, although officials say nothing can be done because refusing to take them would infringe students' rights.06 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandWaioeka Gorge officially reopenedThe Waioeka Gorge between Opotiki and Gisborne has been officially reopened to traffic.05 Apr 01:43 AM
ConstructionFulton Hogan denies report of being put on marketNew Zealand's biggest civil engineering, roading and resources business has denied a report it is being put up for sale.04 Apr 04:30 PM
New ZealandCut drinking limit - cop's parting shotThe blood-alcohol limit for drivers should be lowered to prevent more unnecessary road deaths, says one of New Zealand's most experienced police officers.03 Apr 04:30 PM
New ZealandDisabled rider 'humiliated' by bus driverA partially-sighted Tauranga woman was reduced to pushing aside her fringe to reveal an empty eye socket before a bus driver agreed to issue her a concession fare.03 Apr 02:47 AM
KahuMaori, Pacific kids at risk on roads: studyMaori and Pacific Island children are more likely to be injured in a crash on Auckland roads than anyone else, research reveals.02 Apr 08:52 PM
OpinionMarilyn Johnson: Why so many cyclists fail to see redYou've probably seen it happen, writes Marillyn Johnson. You're mindful of traffic infringement fines and public safety, then someone on a bike rides past you, straight through the red lights.02 Apr 04:30 PM
New ZealandFat passengers hit in the pocketThe world's first airline to charge passengers by weight - rather than a normal fare structure - says the policy helps raise obesity awareness and improve public health.02 Apr 04:30 PM
TechnologyTech Universe: Tuesday 2 AprilInTehran RTS Labs is developing a ship-based quadcopter designed to rescue people at risk of drowning.01 Apr 07:45 PM
New ZealandAsk Phoebe: Backing into angle parking has risksCould you clarify the parking situation whereby one has to drive into an angle park or parking space at right angles to the kerb on a public road.01 Apr 04:30 PM
ConstructionCanberra road a first for FultonCanberra's $358 million Majura Parkway contract is one of the largest won by Fulton Hogan.01 Apr 04:30 PM
New ZealandEaster holiday traffic slows to a crawlMain roads out of major centres were clogged with traffic today as holidaymakers hit the roads for the Easter weekend, but so far drivers were being patient police say.29 Mar 01:54 AM
New ZealandPacific Blue pilot's job in the balanceThe Pacific Blue pilot convicted of a careless Queenstown takeoff is to meet his employer next week to discuss his flying future.28 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandHopes for another fatality-free EasterThe country's top traffic cop is urging drivers to make history with another fatality-free Easter weekend.28 Mar 03:00 AM
OpinionEditorial: Trust in pilots warranted only if they obey the rulesEditorial: All airlines should dwell on Judge Phillips' concerns about the pressure on pilots. Safety rules are not there to be bent at a whim. Trust in airline pilots will soon dwindle if they are.27 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandAll-day congestion tipped for AucklandAucklanders are being warned to expect all-day traffic congestion - even if enough money can be raised for pressure-relieving transport schemes.27 Mar 04:30 PM
