Transport
Air NZ unveils plans for new Koru Lounge at Auckland Airport
Air New Zealand has unveiled its plan for its new flagship Koru Lounge at Auckland International Airport. Air New Zealand customer general manager Alisha Armstrong spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Kaikōura cruise visits expected to halve this summer
Kaikōura tourism leaders are expecting to see fewer cruise ships this summer.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 28th July 2025
In today's episode, a school bus driver and a child are in hospital after the bus hit black ice and skidded into a line of trees in Hawke's Bay on Monday morning; A constitutional lawyer says the… Audio
Child and driver in hospital after bus hits black ice in Hawke's Bay
A school bus driver and a child are in hospital after the bus hit black ice and skidded into a line of trees in Hawke's Bay on Monday morning. Hawke's Bay reporter Alexa Cook spoke to Charlotte Cook.
…NZTA secretly using cameras in city billboards
The Transport Agency has been secretly using cameras in billboards at city intersections to track cars and trucks. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZTA has not developed national tolling plan
It had been working on them for several months.
'Is three minutes worth your safety?' Drivers urged to slow down this winter
Driving at 105km/h instead of 100km/h for one hour only saves you three minutes and 4 seconds, the Rental Vehicle Association says.
Councils face funding cuts for using too many road cones
The Minister of Transport says too many councils still use an outdated guide to traffic management.
'Mr Wave they call him': Roadworker labelled coastal community hero
Coastal commuters in Eastbourne are forgetting about the sea of constant construction activity thanks to local legend Ciaran Hogben.
Women can soon request a female Uber driver in these US cities
It marks the first time the popular ride share app is bringing this option to its service in the United States.
School bus driver slowing down speeding cars with DIY signs
A school bus driver worried speeding cars might one day seriously hurt or even kill his pasengers, says his DIY slow down signs are working. His route is mostly rural Dunedin and when he stops to pick… Audio
Waving roadworker brings joy to Wellington locals
A roadworker waving to every single car in a Wellington coastal suburb is bringing joy to its residents. Since a major seawall upgrade kicked off in 2022, Eastbourne locals have been navigating an… Audio
Bus driver installs own road sign to slow speedsters
After a year of asking officials, Ken Schumacher decided to do it himself.
'Reckless': Man fined after crashing unsafe plane with no licence
The man has been ordered to pay $14,475 for multiple serious breaches of aviation safety rules.
Auckland councillors on banning private helicopters in Auckland
Auckland councillors have kicked for touch on the issue of helicopters in residential areas. Councillors Mike Lee and Richard Hills spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Push to ban helicopters in Auckland suburbs caught in web of bureaucracy
A push to stop helicopters from landing or taking off in Auckland suburbs has become ensnared in a web of bureaucracy. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Auckland councillors ask for guidance from Environment Court on helicopter ban
After hours of discussion, Auckland Councillors have not voted on banning helicopters in residential areas, and instead supported an amendment that asks for guidance from the Environment Court. The… Audio
Auckland cafe owner worried for business after road shut off
Boarded up and blocked off - an Auckland city cafe owner is worried for his business after the road it sits on was effectively turned into a cul-de-sac. Hoardings have been placed around the former… Audio
Icy roads causing crashes
Sub-zero temperatures in southern parts of the country are a reminder to take care on the roads, Fire and Emergency said on Thursday.
Auckland councillors debate private use of helicopters in city
Councillors will today debate the private use of helicopters in residential areas, following an Environment Court challenge to Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams' approval to build a helipad at their… Audio
