Policy & Regulation
Government, regulators and the rules that shape the transport sector.
Wood resigns, new transport minister announced
Michael Wood Prime minister Chris Hipkins says newly unveiled additional shareholdings held by a trust in which Michael Wood is a trustee and beneficiary raise concerns…
Dom Kalasih: Government’s vital role in transport
Dom Kalasih Over recent months it’s been hard not to be made even more aware of the challenges in remuneration in the nursing and education sector…
Trucking industry welcomes fuel resiliency bill
A fuel industry bill which will put in place minimum stockholding regulations is being welcomed by members of the road freight sector. The Fuel Industry…
Transport minister Wood stood down from portfolio
Michael Wood has been relieved of his transport portfolio duties for failing to correctly declare his Auckland Airport shares. The decision was made by Prime Minister…
Industry full of praise for Operation Muster
A Hawke’s Bay livestock transport firm is praising the efforts of government agencies in helping the animal rescue efforts following the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle…
South Waikato gets $3m freight hub funding
South Waikato District Council (SWDC) says a $3 million Government grant towards the $20 million Maraetai Rd Intermodal Business Park development in Tokoroa will help the…
Dom Kalasih: New cost model tool to help transport businesses
Dom Kalasih Last week, it was revealed that many of the $8.7 billion NZ Upgrade Programme projects face “red” ratings for their potential to go over budget. As a…
Budget focus on resilience right but roading deficit remains: NRC
The transport industry says this year’s Budget has missed the mark when it comes to long-term funding in the country’s roading network.
Budget 2023: $60.7m transport top up for remote communities
A funding top up of $60.7 million for emergency roading repairs has been announced in Budget 2023. The money will be allocated for 2023/24 and will…
MOT opens consultation on Euro 6 emission standards
The Ministry of Transport has opened consultation on Euro 6 vehicle emissions standards, which will close on June 22. The proposed changes to the Land Transport…