Regulation Minister David Seymour signalled changes which would allow New Zealand to "stay in phase one for as long as possible".
Business
Monday 1:00pm
Research from the University of Auckland shows about two thirds of ute trips are happening in cities.
New Zealand
Sat, Apr 25
Air New Zealand said Flight NZ81 from Auckland to Hong Kong experienced a technical issue with the braking system when positioning for take-off.
The crash happened near the Woolworths supermarket and the driver sped off, police said.
Crime and Justice
Thu, Apr 23
A new report says two rail workers escaped serious injury after unsecured wagons rolled back during a late‑night shunting job.
The $5.5 billion project was meant to be completed by 2021 but there's still no confirmation of when the new train stations would open.
Wed, Apr 22
Wellington Free Ambulance said one patient was taken to Wellington Hospital in a moderate condition, and train services have since resumed.
As at 11.59pm on Wednesday, there were 54.0 days' cover of petrol, 44.8 of diesel, and 51.4 of jet fuel either in-country or on its way.
Mon, Apr 20
When Scott O'Donnell was appointed to KiwiRail's board in July last year, a substantial conflict of interest plan was required.
The Transport Minister has told officials to hurry up and give him a full briefing on an independent analysis of police breath testing data.
Politics
Sat, Apr 18
Drivers were forced to brake for workers... and drones, perhaps even a queen.
World
Explainer
With the first batch of reforms taking effect later this year, many motorists will need to start thinking about when their vehicle is due for its next check.
Fri, Apr 17
US forces in other areas of responsibility "will actively pursue any Iranian-flagged vessel or any vessel attempting to provide material support to Iran".
The changes, which would mean less frequent inspections for some vehicles, will kick in on November 1.
Thu, Apr 16
The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including why fuel price issues could stick around, and Katy Perry under investigation.
The property, opposite the Karāpiro Cafe, had been in Geoff Fletcher’s family since 1920 but is set to be demolished to make way for the Waikato Expressway extension.
Wed, Apr 15
World-first lie-flat SkyNest sleep pods for economy and premium economy travellers would be available onboard new Air New Zealand's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft from later this year.
A principal of an Auckland school is frustrated that nothing has been done to fix the traffic chaos at one of the country’s fastest-growing suburbs.
Tue, Apr 14
The group wants to complete a 13km cycling and walking pathway, linking the Manukau and Waitematā Harbours.
New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi said the feature reduced the opportunity for fraud.
Mon, Apr 13
It means adult bus and train fares will be the same whether using Snapper or a debit or credit card.
Thu, Apr 9
Motorcyclists are putting their bike registrations on hold in protest at what they say are unfair increases to ACC levies.
Air New Zealand's chief executive said the airline "may have to make some more impactful decisions" as the conflict in the Middle East continues.
Wed, Apr 8
The rise was not driven by more enforcement, instead the result of higher fines set by central government, alongside a shift in how tickets were issued.
Interest in electric vehicles and home solar power has been piqued by rising oil prices sparked by the war in Iran.
