Transport
Flights diverted, ferries delayed, as strong winds hit lower North Island
MetService was forecasting three-metre swells and winds of up to 74 km/h in the Strait.
Bus driver says justice system failing hate victims
A bus driver whose teeth were smashed out says the justice system is failing victims of hate incidents. Lucy Xia reports. Audio
Duo biking around world say NZ drivers the most aggro
The pair copped abuse daily, including getting the finger from drivers and an aggressive approach.
Authorities under fire for failure to deal with illegally parked car for a year
A Wellington business owner is accusing authorities of failing to do their jobs and allowing the owner of an illegally parked car to do so on a semi-permanent basis.
Engineers say NZTA's bridge update will have only 'minor positive' impact
It comes as trucking groups express worry about missed opportunity to make more highway bridges able to carry heavier vehicles in future.
Strong winds disrupt Cook Strait passenger services
BlueBridge has cancelled two ferry sailings for passengers, and KiwiRail warns some Interislander services could be delayed .
Thousands of flights disrupted as military strikes continue in Middle East
Thousands of flights have been disrupted as military strikes continue in the Middle East. Flights in and out of airports in Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha and other international hubs in the region have been… Audio
Strikes on Iran disrupting global shipping and air travel
The US President has warned combat operations will continue in Iran until all of Washington's objective have been achieved. US and Israeli strikes and Iranian retaliation have already cost dozens of… Audio
Should third-party vehicle insurance be compulsory?
An Automobile Association road safety spokesperson says the costs could outweigh the benefits. Audio
Truckers surprised by update of NZ's 50-year-old manual on bridges
Bridges built recently in Auckland Waikato are off limits to the heaviest haulers. Audio
Kiwis stuck in Dubai as airports close due to conflict
Airlines continue to cancel and divert flights around the Middle East. RNZ board member Brent Impey is stuck in Dubai and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Middle East conflict likely to increase petrol prices
Experts warn that the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East will be felt by New Zealanders at the petrol pump. AA's principal policy adviser Terry Collins spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
New bridges off limits to heavy vehicles
Truckers are worried the government is embarking on building Roads of National Significance and putting in bridges they won't be allowed to drive over. Phil Pennington reports. Audio
How March Madness may make your Monday morning commute longer
Explainer - If your Monday morning commute feels a little madder than usual this week, it's not just you. Audio
Country's lightest electric double-decker bus to hit Christchurch's roads
Canterbury Regional Council chair Deon Swiggs said the bus was light enough to not need a weight permit, meaning less wear and tear on road surfaces.
Samoa PM says airport levy necessary for airbridge operation
Samoa's prime minister, La'aulialemalietoa Polataivao Schmidt, has sought to reassure the public that a new airport levy and departure tax hike are necessary for the running of the country's… Audio
Proposed road rule change would endanger pedestrians, advocacy group says
Living Streets Aotearoa is pushing back against the government's proposed changes to cycling on the footpath. Audio
Pedestrian advocacy group pushes back on proposed changes to bike rules
A pedestrian advocacy group is pushing back against the Government's proposed changes to cycling on the footpath - saying only children aged 5 or younger should be allowed. Living Streets Aotearoa… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 27 February 2026
While New Zealand First and ACT scrap over selling Air New Zealand, the government's other transport company, KiwiRail, is back on track and in the black. Does this mean state owned assets can… Audio
Kiwi Rail CEO speaks to Guyon Espiner after profit announcement
CEO of Kiwi Rail, Peter Reidy spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
