Policy & Regulation
Government, regulators and the rules that shape the transport sector.
Freight sector backs Govt moves to lift productivity and cut diesel use
Transporting New Zealand has welcomed Government work to remove regulatory barriers aimed at improving freight productivity and reducing diesel use, saying urgent action is needed to support the economy and protect jobs.
Auckland transport reforms pass final reading
Legislation overhauling Auckland’s transport governance has passed its third reading, returning greater control to Auckland Council and reshaping how decisions are made. Transport Minister Chris Bishop…
Govt considers heavier truck loads, EV rule changes to boost fuel resilience
The Government is looking to allow heavier truck loads, ease restrictions on over-dimension vehicles and align licence rules for electric vehicles with diesel equivalents, as it…
NZTA proposes restructure impacting more than 250 roles
More than 250 roles at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi are under review as part of a proposed restructure, with union representatives warning job losses and service impacts…
Council moves to repair Tiniroto Rd after safety concerns raised
Gisborne District Council says work will begin this week to address deteriorating conditions on Tiniroto Road, after safety concerns were raised by the transport industry and…
Port Nelson opens $29m marine facility
A new marine haul-out and maintenance facility at Port Nelson has officially opened, with industry and government leaders saying it will strengthen the region’s marine sector…
Labour says Govt ‘asleep at the wheel’ on fuel crisis, minister hits back
The Labour Party says the Government “is looking increasingly unprepared” as fuel stocks fall and prices at the pump keep rising.
NZTA adds anti-fraud feature to driver licences
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has introduced a new security feature to driver licences, embossing the driver's date of birth over their photo to reduce…
NZTA seeks feedback on updated truck loading code
The NZ Transport Agency is consulting on proposed changes to the official New Zealand truck loading code, with feedback set to inform a revised version due…
Transport portfolio unchanged in ministerial reshuffle
The transport portfolio remains unchanged following a ministerial reshuffle announced by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, with Chris Bishop continuing in the role alongside his infrastructure responsibilities.