Policy & Regulation
Government, regulators and the rules that shape the transport sector.
Former NZTA boss to lead Australia’s National Heavy Vehicle Regulator
Australia's National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has appointed former NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) chief executive Nicole Rosie as its new CEO.
Govt proposes driver licence overhaul
The Government has unveiled plans to overhaul New Zealand’s driver licensing system, proposing to scrap the requirement for a second practical driving test to obtain a…
Govt increases diesel reserve requirements
New Zealand’s minimum diesel stockholding requirements will rise from 21 to 28 days from mid-2028, a move the Government says will strengthen the country’s resilience against fuel supply disruptions.
Calls for caution as Govt moves to ease CoF rules for motorhomes
A government proposal to reduce the frequency of Certificate of Fitness (CoF) checks for private heavy motorhomes has drawn a mixed response from industry stakeholders. Under…
Govt pushes ahead with driver licensing reform and RUCs in Q2 action plan
The Government will begin public consultation on reforms to New Zealand’s driver licensing system and make key decisions on the future of a fleetwide Road User…
Second Ashburton bridge gets green light
Work on a long-awaited second bridge over the Ashburton River is officially underway, with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) board signing off on the business case…
Trump slaps 25% tariff on imported vehicles
US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on imported vehicles and automotive parts, citing a growing threat to US national security. In a proclamation…
Global trade expected to accelerate despite US tariffs – DHL report
Global trade is set to grow at a faster pace over the next five years, even as the US signals a return to protectionist policies under…
Govt lays out next steps for Auckland harbour crossing
The Government has outlined the next steps toward constructing a long-awaited second crossing for Waitematā Harbour, with geotechnical and environmental investigations set to begin in the…
Govt opens Northland Expressway procurement process
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXMta7eMYIU&t=147s The Government will open registrations of interest for the first stage of the Northland Expressway at this week’s NZ Infrastructure Investment Summit –– a project…