Transport
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
Wellington public transport fares set to increase from May
Discounts for off-peak fares on buses and trains will also decrease by 10 percent.
Aucklander creates sticker for cars being driven by seniors
A West Auckland man has created a bumper sticker that alerts drivers to cars being driven by seniors. Boyd Steel spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Support for government's proposed road rule changes
The Automobile Association says the government's proposal to bring in a number of new road rules will clarify the situation for road users to make sure that everyone is on the same page. Audio
Air NZ carrying out review in face of falling profits
Air New Zealand could be in for a hard landing, as the CEO carries out a strategic review in the face of rising costs and falling profits. The national carrier posted a $40 million loss for the six… Audio
Bike group praises proposal to let children cycle on footpaths
The idea has been floated by Transport Minister Chris Bishop, along with others including allowing E-scooters in cycle lanes and requiring drivers to leave at least a one metre gap when passing… Audio
New changes to road rules proposed
Kids up to the age of 12 will be allowed to ride their bikes on the footpath under proposed changes to road rules being floated by Transport Minister Chris Bishop. Bike Auckland co-chair Karen Hormann… Audio
Should e-scooters belong in cycle lanes?
The change us a fleet of 'common sense' transport policies being proposed by the government, Audio
Four injured in crash after car 'turned on a red arrow'
Three ambulances and a rapid response unit were sent to the crash in the Auckland suburb of Grafton.
Should e-scooters be allowed in cycle lanes? Minister proposes rule change
Ministers say they want to "fix the basics", proposing a raft of changes, including allowing kids to bike on footpaths.
Delays, cancellations expected for Auckland trains after trespass incident
Passengers should check live departures and on platform information displays for more information, AT says.
Golden Bay Air to receive $1.1m government loan
It will be the first airline to receive a loan from the government's $30 million package supporting struggling regional routes.
Early morning traffic incidents close State Highway 1 lanes at Kaiapoi
A crash and a stopped vehicle forced the closure of one northbound and one southbound lane.
Companies could favour road as KiwiRail assets face decline
KiwiRail has to meet budget cuts of $200 million over the next three years. Audio
Police seeking two cyclists chased by dogs involved in Kaihu attack
Police want to speak to two cyclists who were chased by dogs in a small Northland town where a woman was fatally attacked. 62 year old Mihiata Te Rore died after suffering what police have described… Audio
