Transport
Cook Strait ferry that lost power back in Wellington Harbour
The Bluebridge ferry Connemara is this morning safely tied up at Pipitea wharf in Wellington after losing power last night in the middle of Cook Strait and having to be towed back to port by two tugs… Audio
Govt unveils data collection vans to help eradicate potholes
Transport Minister Simeon Brown has unveiled the "Consistent Condition Data Collection survey vans" which will roam across the country inspecting the roads. Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Tugs rescue Bluebridge ferry that lost power in Cook Strait
The Bluebridge ferry Connemara with 88 people on board, lost all power at out around ten-thirty last night, not long into its freight sailing bound for Picton. Reporter Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Bluebridge ferry drifts in Cook Strait after losing power
The Bluebridge ferry Connemara lost all power out around ten-thirty, not long into its freight sailing bound for Picton and drifted for two hours. Reporter Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Harbourmaster on ferry that lost power in Cook Strait
A ferry carrying 88 passengers lost power heading into the Cook Strait overnight. Harbourmaster Grant Nalder spoke to Morning Report. Audio
Bluebridge ferry loses power in Cook Strait
The Bluebridge ferry Connemara has made it back to Wellington after losing power and drifting for more than two hours in Cook Strait on Thursday night. Reporter Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Bluebridge ferry loses power, drifts in Cook Strait
The ferry has 88 people on board, but there is no immediate risk to safety, Harbourmaster says.
Out-of-towners stranded in Wellington overnight due to cancelled trains
Some people stayed with friends after their trains didn't show, while others forked out to sleep in hotels. Audio
Nearly a fifth of all Wellington train services replaced by buses in July
16.8 percent of the bus replacements were planned, while one percent were unplanned.
Govt enlists vans for pothole patrols
The data collection vans will replace on-the-ground inspections across Aotearoa.
Wellington train so full commuter 'almost just passed out'
More train services have been cancelled and delayed in the capital as rail staff continue their industrial action.
Workers on ferries to Waiheke, Great Barrier set to strike
First Union organiser Justin Wallace says about 50 SeaLink workers will stage rolling strikes for a week from 24 September.
More train disruption for Wellington commuters
Another day of potential disruption for commuters looms on the Wellington train network. Contract talks between Transdev and the Rail and Maritime Transport Union have now been brought forward to… Audio
Locals disheartened over proposed toll road
Tararua Mayor Tracey Collis says locals are feeling 'incredibly disheartened' over a proposed road toll on their new Te Ahu a Turanga highway. Corin Dann spoke to Tracey Collis. Audio
Manawatu's new gorge road is about to be tolled
Manawatu residents might have to pay to use the new road through the gorge - and many aren't happy at the prospect, Jimmy Ellingham has the update Audio
Parking charges to be introduced at Christchurch's Botanic Gardens
The fees would apply seven days a week and are expected to generate almost $2.1 million in annual revenue.
Wellington train service cancellations: Talks between Transdev and union brought forward
Contract talks between Transdev and the Rail and Maritime Transport Union have been brought forward after industrial action has caused major disruption to the Wellington train network.
Why the case for higher speed limits is fatally flawed
Analysis - Proponents argue even marginal time savings for some drivers justify the changes, Timothy Welch writes, but at what cost?
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday18 September 2024
On today's episode, employees of Oji Fibre Solutions' mill in Penrose will lose their jobs when the mill closes in December; new NIWA data shows New Zealand is likely to be hotter in the coming… Audio
The boat that floats, coming to Auckland
Auckland based company Vessev have just launched a brand new, electric, passenger hydrofoil. The boat, which seats just 10 people is already set to join the Fullers fleet. Jesse talks to its designer… Audio
