Transport
NZTA 'disorganisation' leaves driving instructor out of pocket
A Kapiti Coast driving school instructor says NZTA's disorganisation in training up extra testing officers has left her thousands of dollars out of pocket. First Up producer Mahvash Ikram reports Audio
NZTA driver tester recruitment a costly mess - instructors
Disorganised recruitment of driver testing officers by NZTA has left one driving instructor thousands of dollars out of pocket and another at a loose end, the instructors say. Audio
NZTA driver testing training in disarray
A Kapiti Coast driving instructor is calling out the NZTA over delays in driver testing officer training, Mahvash Ikram has this report. Audio
No congestion charging for Nelson, yet
Regional leaders don't currently see a place for time-of-use charging in Nelson Tasman, but add that it shouldn't be ruled out in the face of future population growth.
Auckland Transport welcomes new transport officers
From January to June, 120 incidents of violence, threats and aggression were reported by bus operators across the network. Audio
AT welcomes 9 new transport officers to improve safety
Auckland Transport is welcoming 9 new transport officers, bolstering numbers across the network as it tries to improve commuter safety. It's been a hot button issue in the super city, with a number of… Audio
Do our driver licence restrictions need to change?
Visual journalist Marika Khabazi asked people in Auckland's Onehunga if they think our licence rules need to change. Audio
Changes needed to driver's licence rules to save lives - association
The Automobile Association has research showing New Zealand has lax requirements compared to other countries - and revving up the rules is desperately needed for under-25 year-olds. Nearly a third of… Audio
Simeon Brown on high power prices and AA's proposed driver licensing changes
Power prices are being blamed for the loss of more than 200 jobs, as Winstone Pulp International closes two mills. And, the AA says the country's driver licensing system urgently needs to be changed… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 21 August
On today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken aim at the government in firey comments at Turangawaewae Marae while there to mark the anniversary of the coronation of Kiingi Tuheitia… Audio
AA calls for changes to licencing system
The Automobile Association says New Zealand's driver licencing system desperately needs changing to stop young people dying behind the wheel. AA road safety spokesperson Dylan Thomsen spoke to Corin… Audio
83yo 'dumped' by Intercity bus driver after falling during pit stop
Bex Gardiner says the way the driver treated her father-in-law was "absolutely shocking" and she would not wish it on anyone. Audio
Family calls out Intercity for treatment of 83 year old
A family is calling out Intercity for its treatment of their 83-year-old dad - who they say was dumped on the side of the road - half way through his bus journey from Christchurch to Nelson.When the… Audio
Counting the cost of Harbour Bridge closures
Closures and detours over gusty conditions cause people and businesses "real delays, real costs and real challenges", an economist says. Audio
Auckland to Wellington sleeper train could return
An overnight Wellington to Auckland train could be making a return, 20 years after it was disestablished. Wellington Regional Council's transport committee chair Thomas Nash spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
'Hoons' driving dangerously ruining Hamilton - councillor
A Hamilton City councillor says growing reckless and violent behaviour at illegal street racing events is putting people in danger. Audio
AA backs breath-testing boost
The AA says the government's plan for more breath tests should make people think twice about drink-driving. Audio
Police cars rammed by boy racers near Hamilton
Police have described a gathering of boy racers near Hamilton over the weekend as 'hostile and violent'. Hamilton Councillor Maxine Van Oosten spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Motorists trapped in Arthur's Pass due to snow
Returning to our earlier story about a group of motorists trapped on Arthur's Pass on Sunday night. Chris Stewart has been helping coordinate the local Civil Defence response and he spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Cars stranded in Arthur's Pass after heavy snow
About 50 people were stranded in Arthur's Pass Village after the road either side was closed because of heavy snow. NZTA Central South Island System Manager Mark Pinner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
