It means adult bus and train fares will be the same whether using Snapper or a debit or credit card.
New Zealand
Thu, Apr 9
Motorcyclists are putting their bike registrations on hold in protest at what they say are unfair increases to ACC levies.
Air New Zealand's chief executive said the airline "may have to make some more impactful decisions" as the conflict in the Middle East continues.
Business
Wed, Apr 8
The rise was not driven by more enforcement, instead the result of higher fines set by central government, alongside a shift in how tickets were issued.
Crime and Justice
Interest in electric vehicles and home solar power has been piqued by rising oil prices sparked by the war in Iran.
The crew member remains unaccounted for after being struck by fishing equipment during a late‑night operation hundreds of kilometres south of New Zealand.
Tue, Apr 7
Polly Wenlock asked Kiwis to share their craziest commute stories online — the responses varied from adrenaline-seeking to mind-numbing.
An update on New Zealand's current fuel stocks was released at 1pm today.
Mon, Apr 6
NZTA says the programme was aimed at reducing deaths and serious injuries, not raising revenue.
Sat, Apr 4
So far this year, 86 people have died on our roads – the highest figure at this point in the year since 2022.
Thu, Apr 2
"Plans have commenced to restore train operations to timetabled schedules in preparation for an increase in services for the afternoon peak," Auckland Transport said.
Analysis: As fuel prices spike, many Australians are understandably anxious. But what can the govt actually do to help?
A report into the incident has highlighted how the "system is not providing a reliable safety backstop".
Bay of Plenty MP Tom Rutherford posted on Facebook, saying he had heard from hundreds of residents concerned about the new toll taking effect in late 2026.
Wed, Apr 1
"It's not through lack of telling people that the speed limit is 80km/h, because it's blatantly there in front of them, so whether it’s just old habits die hard, I don’t know."
Connemara – which usually sailed four times daily - had not crossed the Cook Strait since March 21, with cancelled sailings leaving passengers frustrated and scrambling to find alternative travel.
Tue, Mar 31
Bluebridge has extended cancellations with its Connemara ferry no longer expected to resume services until at least Tuesday evening.
Mon, Mar 30
Transport Minister also hinted at scrapping the increases last week.
Politics
In all, 24 departing and 24 arriving domestic flights were cancelled. Ferry and alternative commuters were also affected.
Sun, Mar 29
A flat tyre or breakdown can quickly bring your holiday plans and good vibes to a sputtering halt – here's how to avoid that.
New Zealand’s latest quarterly energy report shows the pattern of our electricity production.
Fri, Mar 27
Dealers say electric vehicles are being snapped up as Kiwis look for ways to cut fuel costs.
Environment
Thu, Mar 26
Details of the Air Canada jet that killed its pilots and flung a flight attendant from her seat are emerging as investigations into the disaster continue.
World
Wed, Mar 25
The airline had made some "temporary changes" to its schedule, with 12% of flights affected.
Defence Minister Pedro Sánchez said the "tragic accident" occurred in Puerto Leguizamo, a remote municipality in the Amazonian province of Putumayo.
Tue, Mar 24
