Transport
Australian airlines ban use of portable power banks after string of fires
Australian airlines will ban the use of portable power banks from next month following a string of international incidents.
Gridlock-causing roadworks pushed to 2026, MP says Rotorua was let down
Patients, students, and businesses were hit as a Rotorua road closure caused major disruption.
How the government plans to save $2b on new Cook Strait ferries
The costings have been revealed for the project which will see two new ships sail into New Zealand. Audio
Minister promises ferry overhaul will cost less than $2 billion
Winston Peters has announced he's secured a fixed price deal for two new ferries, which will come into service in 2029. Audio
Winston Peters reveals new Cook Strait ferry details
The Rail Minister has lifted the lid on how the government plans to save cash on the new Cook Strait ferries. Nick James reports. Audio
New Cook Strait ferry project to be under $2 billion - Peters
Rail Minister Winston Peters said the budget for the new Cook Strait ferry project is less than half the cost of the previous Government's ill-fated mega ferry plan, even though the new ferries cost a… Audio
Passengers stuck on ferry due to ramp issue
Staff had been working for hours to free the ramp on the Bluebridge ferry Connemara.
Is your Uber about to get more expensive?
Uber contracts 11,000 drivers in New Zealand - it is our biggest ride-sharing app and yesterday, a long-running court case involving Uber came to a close. Audio
'Pāpāmoa now, Bethlehem next': Residents confront council over roading
Asphalt costs about five times more than the proposed chipseal.
Air NZ cabin crew may walk off job in strike action
Air New Zealand cabin crews could walk off the job next month over stalled pay negotiations, threatening summer travel plans. While the union has ruled out any action the week before Christmas, it… Audio
Canterbury likely to get country's first rubber road
Canterbury looks likely to get the country's first rubber road. The Selwyn Council confirmed it considering a trial of the technology on State Highway 77 at Glentunnel early in the new year. The… Audio
PM backs 'pragmatic' call to spend Kāinga Ora money on local bridge
Chris Bishop is rejecting criticism over a decision to reallocate funds to a walking and cycling bridge in his electorate.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 18 November 2025
Air New Zealand cabin crew have voted to strike, but it's not clear when or for how long; Parents who have the potentially contaminated asbestos sand in their homes want more guidelines as to how to… Audio
Air New Zealand cabin crew vote to strike
Air New Zealand cabin crew have voted to strike, but it's not clear when or for how long. E Tu Union spokesperson Michael Wood spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 18 November 2025
The Government is slashing the Clean Vehicle Standard by more than 80 percent, saying it could make buying a car more affordable; Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Stephanie… Audio
Car retailer calls for more industry rules
A car retailer in Auckland says the car-sales industry needs clearer rules and stability. The owner of Simon Lucas Mitsubishi spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Political parties clash over proposed Wellington roading plans
Opposition parties are slamming the Transport Agency's proposed solution to Wellington's traffic problems. Mary Argue reports. Audio
Government slashes clean vehicle standard by 80 percent
The Government is slashing the Clean Vehicle Standard by more than 80 percent, saying it could make buying a car more affordable. Transport Minister, Chris Bishop spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Government changes clean car standard rules
The government is being warned New Zealand will become a dumping ground for high-emission vehicles, after it slashed the Clean Car Standard. Anneke Smith reports from parliament. Audio
Tauranga Airport cancels flights due to Whakaari White Island ash
The volcano is currently at Alert Level 3.
