Michael Wood

Put June 24 in your diary for next year.. it will mark the first Matariki public holiday. The arrival of the star cluster also known as Pleides or Subaru marks the start of the Maori New Year The… Audio

Parliament has given the Government a float. Not a raft in the deluge, but cash to be ‘going on with’ while they all continue debating the new budget, which applies from next week.   Audio

The Government's open to bringing buses and associated infrastructure back into public ownership. That comes as the Wellington Regional Council has slammed the current bus contracting model, saying… Audio

The government's clean car package is touted to help slash greenhouse gases by providing rebates for electric vehicles and charging those buying high-emission cars.

The National Party is already… Audio

Parliament's question times have been littered with a recurring question about whether the Prime Minister stands by their statements. Audio

Transport Minister Michael Wood explains how the government's commitment to cutting emissions prompted a rethink.

He says an announcement on an EV feebate scheme will be made in "the next couple of… Video, Audio

The Transport Minister has confirmed the government will build a second Auckland harbour bridge exclusively for cyclists and walkers.

Michael Wood says the standalone structure will be built as part… Audio

Progress has been made on a bill to increase employer funded sick leave from five to ten days Audio

A review into Wellington's billion dollar highway Transmission Gully has found the project was flawed from the start.

An interim review into the 27-kilometre highway has found serious flaws at the… Audio

The penalty for using a mobile phone will nearly double at the end of the month as the government tries to curb the high number of injuries and deaths caused by phone use. Transport Minister Michael… Audio

It's not credible Auckland port bosses were oblivious to the extent of safety problems at the company, according to the Workplace Relations Minister.

An independent report has found systemic failings… Video, Audio

Visiting seafarers will have better access to internet, toll calls and support services thanks to a funding boost from the government.

A law change will see part of the maritime levy go towards… Audio

Ports of Auckland is being warned it must accept all findings and recommendations of a review into health and safety.

Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Michael Wood is warning the port is on… Video, Audio

Workers will be eligible for a day's sick leave from day one on the job under changes to the Holidays Act.

The revamp will axe the current six-month waiting period for sick days. It's one of a swathe… Audio

The government is considering creating a new public agency to deliver Auckland Light Rail. RNZ revealed last year transport officials were warning the major project was too big and too complex for any… Audio