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Slip-affected Whangārei community has convoy changes, as work drags on
The convoy distance will be cut by 3.5km from today to ease pressure.
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How soaring fuel costs are accelerating the shift to electric vehicles
Petrol prices jumped 18.6% in March, while diesel prices soared 42.6%.
NZTA receives 800 submissions on dropping highway speed near Levin
Speldhurst village's 720 residents fear near misses at their highway entrance.
'Betrayed': Electric vehicle user shocked after Meridian hikes his overnight power prices by 60%
John Crook feels he's being 'beaten over the head' for trying to save on energy costs.
Is the Red Sea the world's next major trade chokepoint?
The Front Page: Iran's threat to choke key shipping lanes could cripple Saudi oil exports.
Fewer WoF inspections: What Govt changes mean for you and your car
The changes will come into effect in two phases.
To hike early or not to hike? The OCR debate
Economists are at odds as to how soon the Reserve Bank should lift the OCR.
SH29 traffic switch later this week
The SH29 upgrade will ultimately create four lanes and is due for completion in 2027.
'Increased materially': Analysts reveal how much Air NZ has raised its fares
Analysts say Air NZ is likely to lose more than $200 million this year, before recovering.
Wayne Scott: We need 1kg of crushed rock every hour to maintain our roads
OPINION: Each Kiwi uses about 1kg of quarry aggregate every hour to live and work.
About three weeks of diesel in country as total supply dips
The update shows the level of supply following the long Easter weekend.
'Significant rise': Auckland ferry operators reduce services due to fuel costs
Auckland's biggest ferry company says fuel costs jumped 92% in just two weeks.
'The fuel bill is our biggest hurt': Transport companies warn of price pain ahead
'This is always going to revert back to the person going to the supermarket.'
Welcome Bay slip worsens after heavy rain as Kaitemako Rd cut to 30km/h
The council is considering retaining walls and drainage for a long‑term fix.
'Most New Zealanders would understand': Luxon on Government's limited fuel support
The Prime Minister wouldn't commit to widening support.
Brad Tiller: KiwiSaver and infrastructure prosperity
OPINION: By 2030 KiwiSaver, ACC and the NZ Super Fund will hold over $300b in savings.
Race to rescue downed US airman; shrapnel from intercepted drones injures four in Bahrain
Iran says the US A-10 aircraft was downed near the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump says US forces yet to start 'destroying what's left' in Iran
The US President warned there would be further destruction unless Iran came to the table.
NZ to join international meeting on reopening Strait of Hormuz
The meeting will assess measures to restore freedom of navigation.
Cost of living to rise 50% more than expected this year
ASB economists warn weekly living costs could jump by about $55 this year.
Fuel crisis: Govt strikes deal to secure eight days’ of diesel storage space at Marsden Point
Channel Infrastructure expected to tanks refurbished in two months' time.
Robotaxi glitch strands passengers on motorway as cars race past
At least 100 Baidu robotaxis stopped on a high-speed ring road in Wuhan, China.
Fuel price pressure increasing some council costs by up to 25%
Roading and transporting solid waste are among the hardest-hit services.
Anthony Albanese warns months ahead 'may not be easy' in national address
The Australian PM spoke to his nation amid Middle East war and fuel crisis.
Middle East war forcing a rethink on aviation fuel resilience
The world's airlines make moves around war; what might replace today's jet fuel carriers?
Trucking firm's fuel bill up 110% due to Middle East conflict
'A nightmare': Diesel now averages $3.51 a litre, overtaking unleaded 91 at $3.43.
Business confidence dives as war shock and fuel costs hit firms' outlook
ANZ's Business Outlook survey captures the reaction to the March oil shock.
Business owners warn of potential price hikes for customers as fuel costs bite
The Middle East conflict continues to impact fuel pricing and supply.
Property Insider: From Drury to Southland - the quiet giant betting billions on wind power and future freight
Calder Stewart has built 750,000sq m of new buildings for $1.5b-plus in last three years.
What Govt is doing to avoid 'mad, frenzied rush' on fuel stocks
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said the Government would be 'more assertive'.