Transport
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 16th September 2025
In today's episode, more than 100 more staff are in line to go in Tokoroa at the local plywood manufacturing plant; The latest RNZ Reid Research poll has the election on a razor's edge with the right… Audio
Government wants to reduce pilot-training time
It takes 18-20 months for pilots and engineers to qualify in New Zealand, compared to just over a year for programmes in the United States.
The world's most unusual airport runways
When it comes to airport runways, once the safety side is taken care of, in a few parts of the world, things get a little inventive.
Another arrest in Rotorua police's two-wheel crackdown
A 21-year-old has been charged with reckless driving.
Originair to take over vital South Island flight route
A regional airline is spreading it's wings, taking over a vital South Island route that was soon to be abandoned. Originair will start flying Blenheim to Christchurch from late October after Sounds… Audio
Originair picks up route between Blenheim and Christchurch
Sounds Air cancelled its flights on the same route from the end of September because of "out of control costs".
'Significant disruption' expected on Harbour Bridge amid protest
The 'March for Humanity' will start at Northcote and finish at Victoria Park.
Qantas and Jetstar increasing domestic and trans-Tasman flights
Qantas and Jetstar are boosting their domestic and trans-tasman flights. Christchurch Airport chief executive Justin Watson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Bluff Highway closed after serious crash
The Bluff Highway in central Invercargill is closed following a serious crash.
Residents demand action on clogged rail crossing left off upgrade list
The crossing that brings a West Auckland suburb to a halt every time a train comes through is now an election issue.
Jetstar announces new domestic, trans-Tasman flights
The airline says it is the single-biggest expansion ever of its New Zealand and trans-Tasman network.
Some train services canned during rush hour in Wellington
A signal fault has led to trains between Wellington and the Hutt Valley being canned during rush hour.
'Overly ambitious': Nationwide $1.4b ticketing system delayed by a year
The nationwide ticketing solution will enable commuters to tag onto buses, trains and ferries using contactless payments.
Crash closes State Highway 25 between Whangamatā and Whiritoa
State Highway 25 is closed between Whangamatā and Whiritoa due to a fatal crash, NZTA says.
'This is a game-changer' - New trains on way for lower North Island
Train services in the region are on track to double peak-time services within five years. Video
Two-dollar public transport fares in Otago drives increase in usage
It costs just $2 a ride to get a bus in Otago, and despite a 50 cent increase coming into effect in the next few weeks, it's still a cheap way to get around. Councillor Andrew Noone spoke to Ingrid… Audio
How much does the morning public transport commute cost around the country?
Paying for public transport can be a big cost for commuters depending on where you live. In a cost of living crisis, some people are choosing to work more from home to avoid paying to get from A to B… Audio
AUTSA launches petition calling for cheaper public transport
University students in Auckland are feeling the pinch when it comes to the cost of public transport. Auckland University of Technology Students Association president Alicia Lemmer spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Humps and high speeds with motoring correspondent Dean Evans
Motoring journalist Dean Evans discusses speed hump design, the best speed for comfortable and safe travel, and why the speed limit on motorways is sometimes restricted. Audio
