Policy & Regulation
Government, regulators and the rules that shape the transport sector.
NZTA adds work-time breach screening at vehicle safety centres
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has begun screening for potential driver work-time breaches in real time at commercial vehicle safety centres, with the new assessments coming…
NZTA issues safety alert over trailer coupling failures
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has issued an industry alert warning of the risk of drawbar trailers disconnecting due to incorrect coupling and damaged towing equipment, following recent incidents.
Planning rule changes fast-track mines, quarries and coastal projects
The Government says changes to planning rules aimed at making it easier to consent mines, quarries and certain coastal activities have now come into force. RMA…
Consultation opens on intersection speed zones for Waikato, Bay of Plenty
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is seeking public feedback on seven proposed Intersection Speed Zones at state highway intersections across Waikato and Bay of Plenty…
Mega-ministry risks stalling transport and vehicle policy, VIA says
Plans to merge housing, transport, environment and parts of local government into a single “mega-ministry” risk slowing delivery and undermining specialist policy work, the Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (VIA) says.
NZTA warns of Christmas traffic delays on key routes
The New Zealand Transport Agency is warning motorists to expect significant delays on major highways as Christmas holiday traffic builds across the country, with the Southern…
Govt to merge four agencies into new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport
The Government has confirmed it will establish a new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT), bringing together four departments in what ministers describe as a major structural change to support wide-ranging reforms in housing, transport, planning and environmental management.
Govt funds Ngaruroro bridge strengthening and commits to new Pekatahi bridge
Funding has been approved to strengthen the State Highway 50 Ngaruroro River bridge in Hawke’s Bay, with Transport Minister Chris Bishop saying the move will finally…
Govt rejects foreign cement ship exemption, protecting Kiwi maritime jobs
The Government has declined an application to use a foreign-flagged cement vessel on the New Zealand coast, a move the Maritime Union says is a clear win for local jobs and domestic shipping capability.
ComCom files court action against Mobil over wholesale fuel pricing
The Commerce Commission has filed High Court proceedings against Mobil New Zealand’s head office, alleging its wholesale fuel pricing methods breach transparency rules under the Fuel…