Transport
Fallen tree blocks major road in Auckland
Police responded on Monday to reports of the tree blocking Manukau Road, between the intersections of Symonds Street and Lombardy Green.
Mill Road construction could start within two years - councillor
An Auckland councillor says the fast-tracking of an alternative route to SH1 could mean construction starting within two years.
'Essentially been allocated nothing': Road funding snub frustrates mayor
"Rotorua seems to keep missing out," Tania Tapsell mayor says.
Ticketed in 47 seconds: Even mobility passes not enough
Drop offs are meant to be allowed, but locals say even mobility pass-holding residents are getting pinged for stopping a few minutes.
Residents stung with parking fines on Auckland CBD street
Businesses and residents on a central Auckland street with few options for parking are being stung by fines after new CCTV cameras were installed - and mobility pass holders are being particularly… Audio
Council questions traffic count figures behind toll proposal
The plan to charge motorists $4.30 and trucks $8.60 a trip on the Manawatū-Tararua highway has come under heavy criticism. Audio
Defence Minister Judith Collins on sinking of HMNZS Manawanui
The Defence Minister says she wants to know why the Navy's dedicated seabed mapping ship the HMNZS Manawanui, hit a reef and sank off Samoa's main island Upolu. Minister of Defence Judith Collins… Audio
Investigation will look into why the HMNZS Manawanui sunk
A Court of Inquiry will investigate why the naval vessel, HMNZS Manawanui, struck a reef, capsized, and sank in Samoa at the weekend. Labour's defence spokesperson Peeni Henare spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Battling to toll new road between Manawatu, Tararua
Manawatu locals are revolting - they're not happy with a proposal to toll the new highway between Manawatu and Tararua - reporter Jimmy Ellingham has this update Audio
The Panel with Mike Williams & Ali Jones (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Mike Williams & Ali Jones discuss the kerbside soft plastic collection trial in Nelson & the panel speak to an engineer who makes E bikes designed… Audio
All aboard for Wellington's multi-use port?
Greater Wellington Regional Council wants to refloat plans for all Cook Strait ferries to work out of the same port.
Waka Kotahi on latest road conditions for Otago
Transport agency Waka Kotahi is urging drivers to plan ahead and check the latest road conditions as waters rise and rain continues to fall across the lower South Island. Waka Kotahi journey manager… Audio
Wellington warned of cuts if airport shares not sold
Wellington City Council has some tough choices to make it does not sell its airport shares, staff have told councillors.
Whangārei hopes for cruise ship numbers to keep floating higher
The number of vessels calling in to the northern city is going from zero last year to four next season - and possibly as many as 30 by 2044. Audio
Fewer regional flights mean less money circulating - mayor
Queenstown Lakes District's mayor is disappointed that Air NZ is making cuts to regional routes. Audio
Antarctica says goodbye to Fat Albert
This month marks the end of an era for some of the Royal New Zealand Airforce's trusty old work horses. Audio
Air NZ defends cuts to flight routes and capacity
It is blaming less public servant travel and mechanical issues for the loss of seats, among other issues. Audio
Parking penalties jump 70% - so can you get out of them?
Parking penalties have jumped 70 percent around Aotearoa - but is it fair, and can you get out of them? Audio
Mobility parking spot fines increase to $750
The fine for parking in a mobility parking spot has just gone up from $150 to $750. IHC Director of Advocacy Tania Thomas spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Waka Kotahi warns drivers to take care amid heavy rain
Transport agency Waka Kotahi is warning school holiday travellers to take care as heavy rain and snow settles in from Wednesday. Waka Kotahi journey manager Tresca Forrester spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
