Policy & Regulation
Government, regulators and the rules that shape the transport sector.
Govt orders detailed business case for Waitematā Harbour crossing
The Government has ordered a detailed business case for an additional Waitematā Harbour crossing before deciding what form the major Auckland transport project will take. The…
Transporting NZ questions benefits of 50MAX permit reform
The removal of 50MAX permits is failing to deliver the promised reduction in administration for heavy vehicle operators, according to Transporting New Zealand policy specialist Mark Stockdale.
NZTA launches new heavy vehicle certifier training programme
NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has launched a new training programme for Heavy Vehicle Specialist Certifiers – Manufacturers (HVSC-M). The programme is aimed at people responsible for…
Transport Minister takes aim at high cost of major projects
The Government is launching an independent investigation into the cost of major transport projects as it looks to overhaul how New Zealand’s road network is funded…
Civil contractors head to Wellington for election-year conference
More than 600 contractors, suppliers, industry leaders and policymakers will gather in Wellington this week to tackle major challenges and discuss the future of New Zealand's…
New appointments to NZTA board
Transport Minister Chris Bishop has announced the reappointment of David Smol and the appointments of Lana Stockman, Steve Haszard and Murdo Beattie to the New Zealand…
Fletcher Building, Government strike $60m deal to keep cement production onshore
The Government will provide up to $60 million to Fletcher Building's Golden Bay Cement to secure New Zealand's only domestic cement manufacturing operation, with Fletcher Building…
Public consultation opens on digital driver licences
The Government has launched public consultation on the design of digital driver licences, bringing New Zealand a step closer to allowing motorists to carry their licence…
NZTA suspends 16 driver testing officers after investigation
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has suspended 16 driver testing officers and stood down a further seven from conducting practical driving tests following an investigation into…
Billy Clemens: Transporting New Zealand’s policy priorities
At our annual conference, I had the pleasure of setting out Transporting New Zealand’s policy priorities as we approach Election 2026. These priorities come from our…