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Mainfreight profit jumps 66% on stronger trading in Australia and NZ
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AT ordered to pay $240 after improperly sending disputed tickets to Baycorp
The court faulted Auckland Transport for sending Paul Ryan's tickets to debt collectors.
Labour to require NZTA to potentially give up spare land for petrol stations
It's part of a policy aimed at improving competition in the sector.
Green Party promises free travel for children, $2 adult fares, light rail for key cities
The party's bus and light rail plans cover Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Green Party transport policy sees free travel for children, light rail for key cities and more
The Green Party launched its “fast, frequent and affordable public transport” policy package at a co-leader stand-up outside the Maungawhau Station. Video / NZ Herald
Editorial: Thinking big has given Auckland an asset generations will use
OPINION: The CRL creates a sense of pride and value beyond dollar assessments.
Think petrol prices on mainland Auckland are bad? One island just hit $5 a litre
Auckland's island motorists are bearing the brunt of higher fuel prices.
AT CEO Stacey Van Der Putten gives update on CRL's performance
Auckland Transport CEO Stacey Van Der Putton gives an update on the CRL's performance after its first proper morning rush. Video / NZ Herald
Former Auckland Mayor Len Brown speaks on the opening of the CRL
Former Auckland Mayor Len Brown speaks on the opening of the CRL. Video / NZ Herald
'First time in my adult life': Dave Letele joins the CRL rush | Ryan Bridge TODAY
BBM Motivation founder Dave Letele shares his experience on the first commuter day for the CRL, his first train ride since he was a kid. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
'We can have beautiful things!' Why Auckland's City Rail Link is about much more than trains
OPINION: Auckland's City Rail Link is sparking debate over cost and civic pride.
Sand Safaris liquidated as linked Ruapehu firm enters administration
Companies Office records show the linked firms entering insolvency processes
Govt drains emergency fund to extend fuel tax hike delay
The next expected increase will take place in 2028.
Cabinet expected to make fuel tax decision as key deadline passes
The Government has previously said a fuel tax decision must be made by Monday.
Gisborne roads deteriorate as council seeks heavy traffic data
Gisborne council is seeking funding to track heavy traffic across the region.
The $1m bill on my Meola Reef bridge study is mysterious, but you're a fool to dismiss it
OPINION: Opponents say it's been looked at before and rejected. That's not actually true.
'Shocking waste of money': Peters says Nats wrong on second harbour crossing, wants tender
The NZ First leader said he disagreed with the proposal presented to Cabinet.
Editorial: E-scooter helmets a no-brainer
OPINION: Traumatic brain injuries from e-scooter accidents are increasing.
$5.4b City Rail Link: Aucklanders get first look at new Mt Eden station
People came flocking in for the first of three station open days — Karanga-a-Hape station follows on August 15 and inner city Te Waihorotiu on August 22. Video / NZ Herald
Winston Peters marks the official opening of Drury and Paerātā railway stations
Winston Peters marked the official opening of the Drury and Paerātā stations this afternoon. Video / NZ Herald
Oil shocks revive debate over NZ's energy independence
Finance Minister Nicola Willis will take advice to Cabinet next week.
Who's being hit hardest by rising living costs?
The cost of living for the average household had the largest jump in more than four years.
Exporters face toughest year yet as costs soar, geopolitical tensions bite
Only 7% of firms reported no supply chain disruption in the past year, down from 15%.
Services sector back in growth, but barely
'It's trending in the right direction, it's just not trending there very quickly.'