The Interislander ferry, Kaiārahi

'Perfect storm': Ferry breakdowns disrupt travel and freight

The Interislander's Kaiārahi has been out of service since Tuesday night because of a technical fault.

9:04am

Price boards were blacked out at multiple Gull petrol stations.

Aucklanders report some Gull petrol stations run dry on discount day

One person said there was "confusion" as people were able to pre-pay, but couldn't get the gas they wanted.

Friday 12:04pm

The horror crash comes after a Queensland parliamentary inquiry recommended a ban on children under 16 riding compliant e-bikes and e-scooters.

Teenage boy and girl die in horror e-bike crash near Brisbane

Two teenagers have been killed in an electric bike crash in a state that's considering a blanket rider ban for children under 16.

Friday 10:50am

Some countries, such as Vietnam and Thailand, have urged people to work from home to save fuel.

Calls to let workers stay home to beat fuel prices

Petrol prices have increased rapidly in recent weeks as war in the Middle East put pressure on oil supplies.

Friday 10:33am

Oil tankers and cargo ships line up in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates

Ships ID themselves as Chinese around Strait of Hormuz to avoid attacks

At least eight vessels in or near the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman changed their declared destination signals to short messages such as "CHINA OWNER" or "CHINA OWNER&CREW".

Friday 8:40am

The price of jet fuel had more than doubled in the past week with prices in Asia and Oceania up 77%, according to the International Air Transport Association.

Flight cancellations: Mayor says Air NZ has taken 'fair' approach

Flight disruptions will affect Marlborough Airport from next week due to volatile jet fuel prices, prompting the mayor to urge patience.

Friday 8:14am

3:07

Traffic on Auckland's motorway (file image).

Auckland's most congested roads and peak travel times

Central Auckland is arguable the worst spot, but the outskirts of the city, from the North Shore to Manukau, are not spared.

Thu, Mar 12

Possibly permanent raised clumps of bitumen, originally thought to be tar, on a road in Palmerston North after reports of the substance appearing late last month. (Source: Supplied / Adele Rycroft)

'Tar' chunks on highways identified – source remains a mystery

The substance, littered on highways from Southern Waikato to Wellington, first appeared on February 25.

Thu, Mar 12

The Interislander ferry Kaiārahi

Cook Strait ferry out of action with fault

Interislander is operating with just one ferry till Sunday due to a fault on the Kaiārahi.

Thu, Mar 12

A flight is listed as cancelled on a display at San Diego International Airport.

What are your rights if your flight is cancelled?

Air NZ is warning 44,000 passengers will be affected by cancellations over the coming months - what can you do if you're one of them?

Thu, Mar 12

Two vehicles parked on the cycle lane on Orly Avenue near Māngere town centre.

Cyclists frustrated by drivers illegally parking on Auckland's bike lanes

"It's forcing people riding bikes, expecting the protection of a cycleway, to be forced out into the traffic. It's actually really unsafe."

Wed, Mar 11

Govt planned to overturn a ban on livestock exports but this is no longer a priority in election year. 

'Will be disappointment': Live export ban won't be overturned this term

The Government had promised to overturn a ban on the controversial live cattle export trade this term but now says the legislation is not progressing.

Tue, Mar 10

No, you can’t have the licence plate ‘PCOOK’ – here’s the ones NZTA banned

No, you can’t have the licence plate ‘PCOOK’ – here’s the ones NZTA banned

NZTA rejected a number of custom plate applications, with drug references among the reasons to decline.

Sun, Mar 8

Officers were notified shortly after 10am on Friday.

Human remains found on SH3, traffic disrupted in Waikato

Police say motorists travelling between Te Awamutu and Ōtorohanga should expect delays as officers make inquiries.

Fri, Mar 6

State Highway 57 south of Levin.

NZTA considers U-turn on 100km/h speed limits for highways near Levin

Last year, State Highway 1 and State Highway 57 south of the Horowhenua town had speed limits increased from 80 kilometres per hour.

Fri, Mar 6

Aries Chen told 1News her family's cars were both smashed while parked on the street in Bayswater two months ago.

Woman's long wait for payout over crash driver's insurance

Car insurance is not compulsory in New Zealand, which can leave you out of pocket if your car is damaged by another motorist.

Fri, Mar 6

Construction is seen for the Music City Loop, an underground tunnel by Elon Musk's The Boring Company, Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Musk's planned Tesla tunnel loop met by Nashville council opposition

"Colleagues, public land needs to be for public good and public infrastructure decisions must prioritise the welfare, safety and express needs of Nashville residents," said council member Delishia Porterfield.

Thu, Mar 5

Transport Minister Chris Bishop said the government is carrying out a first principles review, so "obviously" an option to scrap the standard is on the table.

Government considering scrapping entire clean car standard

The Motor Industry Association said it wants to keep the standard, but it needs "recalibration" to make sure it works for importers, car distributors, and consumers.

Thu, Mar 5

Senior Sergeant Gerard Peoples urged the whole country to “just chill out” after several weeks of concerning incidents. 

Watch: Drivers filmed speeding through roadworks in Christchurch

While 1News was out with police, it was only a matter of minutes before several cars were stopped and issued infringement notices.

Wed, Mar 4

Travelers check departure times as many flights are cancelled at Beirut Rafik Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon.

How do airlines judge when and where it's safe to fly near a conflict zone?

A UK-based aviation expert said it was very much dependant on the government and safety agencies.

Wed, Mar 4

Mobility parking spaces in Hawke's Bay

Fewer mobility park flouters in Hawke's Bay after 400% fine increase

A 400% increase in the fine was introduced by Central Government in October 2024 - taking it from $150 to $750.

Tue, Mar 3

One silver lining for Rajnish Trehan are the hand-drawn cards from children at his daughter's primary school wishing him well for his recovery. Photo: RNZ / Lucy Xia

South Asians most targeted by racial abuse, police hate crime data reveals

It has been one and a half years since Auckland bus driver Rajnish Trehan was told by a violent and angry passenger he was a servant in Aotearoa before the man smashed out four of his teeth

Tue, Mar 3

The works have already drawn the ire of local residents.

Major through road in Lower Hutt closes for next nine months

From March 2 until December 2026, the intersection between Queens Dr and High St will be closed while the existing roundabout is converted.

Mon, Mar 2

Firefighters used extrication equipment to free the trapped person.

Person injured in two-vehicle crash on Auckland motorway

Fire and Emergency said crews found one person trapped and used extrication equipment to free them.

Sun, Mar 1

February 2026
There are overtaking lanes on State Highway 29 outside Kaimai School.

'Unsafe': Cars stop in passing lanes to turn right on major BoP highway

A 100km/h passing lane ending just past a primary school is another safety concern on State Highway 29 near Tauranga that locals and MPs are calling on NZTA to address.

Sat, Feb 28