Transport
Airbus issues major A320 recall after flight-control incident
Sources say some jets may need hardware changes, during one of the busiest travel weeks internationally.
NZTA stands firm on braking system linked to six deaths
The transport agency has assured the minister that the braking system is not unsafe, going against findings in the 2018 death of Graeme Rabbits. Audio
'Outdated, dangerous': MP leads e-scooter rules revamp
E-scooter injuries have reportedly cost ACC almost $14 million in 2025. Audio
NZTA doubles down that breaks that caused deaths are not unsafe
The New Zealand Transport Agency has doubled down on its stance that a braking system linked to six deaths is not inherently unsafe. The Coroner determined that these brakes, found in about 70,000… Audio
IKEA expected to cause major traffic delays
The gigantic home retail store IKEA throws open its door next week in Mount Wellington, just off the city's southern motorway and a stone's throw from the Sylvia Park Mall. It's anticipated there will… Audio
Christchurch to allow pets on off-peak public transport
Small pets will need to be in a carrier that fits on passengers' laps or under the seat in front of them, while small dogs can be on a lead with a basket-type muzzle.
E-scooter rules 'outdated and dangerous' - National MP
E-scooters could be on the move into the bike lane if the government has its way. At the moment low powered e-scooters can be ridden on the footpath and also on the road, but not in dedicated cycle… Audio
Tauranga residents call asphalt fix a “cheap seal”
Tauranga City Council have agreed to use chipseal - or cheap seal as some residents call it - to resurface roads. But it's providing an option for residents who prefer to keep their existing asphalt… Audio
How airfares are affecting tourism spend in regions
Tourism operators are preparing for what they hope will be a strong summer season, with early signs looking good. Tourism Holdings CEO Grant Webster spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Major Wellington highway to close southbound over weekend
NZTA is closing the southbound side of Transmission Gully from Friday until the early hours of Monday.
Dunedin Railway Station voted one of world’s most spectacular
Dunedin rail commuters may be some of the luckiest in the country with Dunedin Railway Station ranked 18th most spectacular in the world. Alison Breese, a heritage assessment advisor, spoke to Lauren… Audio
NZ is full of paper roads, but what are they?
There are 55,000 kilometres of paper roads across New Zealand, which can be accessed by the public. Audio
NZ is full of paper roads - but what are they exactly?
We have 55 thousand kilometres of paper roads across New Zealand. But in our team meeting we discovered that there was confusion about what paper roads are, and why they are important. To help give us… Audio
Insurance companies see fewer collision claims
AMI Insurance has launched a new Motor Report which shows a decline in collision related claims Audio
Union warns of further strike by Air NZ flight attendants
Air New Zealand cabin crew will walk off the job on 8 December. Audio
Bill for new Taranaki bypass nearly doubles to almost $600 million
The budget for the Mt Messenger Bypass has climbed up in costs from $365 million to nearly $600m.
Police tried to take licence off trucker twice before roadworker was killed
Ashik Ali faulty truck killed Johnathon Walters in May 2024, when the brakes failed and ran him over in Remuera.
Angst over EVs blows up in headlines
EV uptake boomed with incentives in place, but this week, the government made traditional cars cheaper instead. Video
NZTA postpones Transmission Gully roadworks after major congestion
NZTA has roadworks planned this summer which will cause disruption and delays, but says it wants to minimise that as much as possible.
Air NZ cabin crew to strike in December
Crew say they are unhappy with the airline's latest offer.
