Policy & Regulation
Government, regulators and the rules that shape the transport sector.
Govt eyes private sector to operate toll roads
The Government will begin market discussions with international and local toll road investors next week as it explores using private sector concessions to fund, build and…
Public consultation opens on draft National Infrastructure Plan
New Zealanders are being invited to have their say on the draft National Infrastructure Plan, released by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission. “Improving the way we…
Lower speed limits retained for most urban state highway connectors, NZTA confirms
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has confirmed that lower speed limits will remain in place on 13 of 16 reviewed urban connector sections of state…
Fletcher and NZTA reach settlement over Puhoi to Warkworth motorway dispute
Fletcher Building has confirmed a settlement has been reached over a long-running dispute with the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) and the Northern Express Group (NX2)…
Industry backs ‘bold reform’ of land transport rules
The Government’s wide-ranging transport rule reform is being welcomed by the new vehicle industry, with the Motor Industry Association (MIA) calling for urgency and a comprehensive…
Govt shifts gear on ‘outdated’ land transport rules
The Government is launching a sweeping reform of New Zealand’s land transport rules, aiming to cut red tape, modernise outdated regulations, and lift national productivity.
New national livestock transport council aims to drive sector progress
A major step forward has been taken for New Zealand’s livestock transport sector with the establishment of the National Livestock Transport & Safety Council (NLT&SC).
Mid-term transport scorecard: Govt passes, but ‘must try harder’
Road freight body Transporting New Zealand has delivered a mid-term scorecard on the Coalition Government’s performance in the transport portfolio, giving it a pass mark –…
$4.1m funding boost for Ruakura transport link project
A key freight and transport route in Hamilton has taken a major step forward, with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) board endorsing the detailed business case…
Parliamentary inquiry launched into ports and maritime sector
New Zealand’s Transport and Infrastructure Committee has launched a formal inquiry into the nation’s ports and maritime sector, aiming to explore current challenges and unlock future…