Transport
Councils face funding cuts for using too many road cones
The Minister of Transport says too many councils still use an outdated guide to traffic management.
'Mr Wave they call him': Roadworker labelled coastal community hero
Coastal commuters in Eastbourne are forgetting about the sea of constant construction activity thanks to local legend Ciaran Hogben.
Women can soon request a female Uber driver in these US cities
It marks the first time the popular ride share app is bringing this option to its service in the United States.
School bus driver slowing down speeding cars with DIY signs
A school bus driver worried speeding cars might one day seriously hurt or even kill his pasengers, says his DIY slow down signs are working. His route is mostly rural Dunedin and when he stops to pick… Audio
Waving roadworker brings joy to Wellington locals
A roadworker waving to every single car in a Wellington coastal suburb is bringing joy to its residents. Since a major seawall upgrade kicked off in 2022, Eastbourne locals have been navigating an… Audio
Bus driver installs own road sign to slow speedsters
After a year of asking officials, Ken Schumacher decided to do it himself.
'Reckless': Man fined after crashing unsafe plane with no licence
The man has been ordered to pay $14,475 for multiple serious breaches of aviation safety rules.
Auckland councillors on banning private helicopters in Auckland
Auckland councillors have kicked for touch on the issue of helicopters in residential areas. Councillors Mike Lee and Richard Hills spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Push to ban helicopters in Auckland suburbs caught in web of bureaucracy
A push to stop helicopters from landing or taking off in Auckland suburbs has become ensnared in a web of bureaucracy. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Auckland councillors ask for guidance from Environment Court on helicopter ban
After hours of discussion, Auckland Councillors have not voted on banning helicopters in residential areas, and instead supported an amendment that asks for guidance from the Environment Court. The… Audio
Auckland cafe owner worried for business after road shut off
Boarded up and blocked off - an Auckland city cafe owner is worried for his business after the road it sits on was effectively turned into a cul-de-sac. Hoardings have been placed around the former… Audio
Icy roads causing crashes
Sub-zero temperatures in southern parts of the country are a reminder to take care on the roads, Fire and Emergency said on Thursday.
Auckland councillors debate private use of helicopters in city
Councillors will today debate the private use of helicopters in residential areas, following an Environment Court challenge to Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams' approval to build a helipad at their… Audio
Crash blocks road between Petone and Wellington
Police say commuters heading to Wellington City on Thursday morning will be impacted by a serious crash in Petone.
Average-speed cameras to be installed on deadly stretch of road
Once operational, it would be one of the first average-speed camera systems in New Zealand.
South Island Minister on Sounds Air cutting flights
The future of regional air travel is at serious risk because some smaller players are being crippled by a huge blow out in costs. South Island Minister and Associate Transport Minister James Meager… Audio
The price of flying: 'Everywhere you look, costs are increasing'
Regional aviation will become increasingly unsustainable and ticket prices will continue to rise until the government takes action on aviation system costs, say airlines. Audio
'Out of control' costs force airline to close services
In September the airline will stop flying between Blenheim and Christchurch, and Christchurch and Wanaka. Audio
Around the motu: Tom Hunt in Wellington
Tom discusses a new mayoral candidate and defections from Ray Chung's Independent Together group, plus what are the chances of a second Mt Victoria tunnel getting underway during this government's… Audio
Can the national ticketing project get back on track?
The long awaited $1.4 billion project needs to get back on track, says the transport minister, with Waka Kotahi advice earlier this year seen as "overly optimistic" about the project's viability. Audio
