Wellington Airport Road Needs to Remain Accessible
Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown says she wants Stewart Duff Drive – which runs through Wellington Airport – to remain open to ‘through’ traffic.
Transport
Transport Press Releases, New Zealand
Never Miss a Bus in Christchurch Again Via Free Online Service!
If you’re a keen bus traveller in christchurch and have found that you’ve arrived at the bus stop too late or too early, now you can check when the bus is expected to arrive online. A free online service by an independent developer is now available. Accessing the expected bus times via an online google map has made this easy to achieve through metromate.coomsie.
New Zealand 2010 Road Toll
Steven Joyce, Transport Minister of NZ releases the 2010 provisional road toll for New Zealand.
Drivers fail to drive to conditions
Following a large number of crashes on Waikato roads, New Zealand Policy say drivers are failing to drive to conditions.
Air New Zealand launch Boeing 777-300ER
Air New Zealand’s first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft has been delivered in Seattle, USA and will touched down in Auckland on Christmas Eve morning, bringing the Kiwi designed economy Skycouch to New Zealand for the first time.
Pedestrian and Bus Safety in Manners Mall
Wellington City Council and local bus companies are to keep a close watch on pedestrian safety along the new two-way section of the Golden Mile – mainly in Manners Street – via a joint ‘taskforce’ of representatives from the organisations.
Wellington Terrace Tunnel Closure
From Monday (6 December) until September next year, the Terrace Tunnel will be closed most nights between 8.00pm and 6.00am. The New Zealand Transport Agency is upgrading the tunnel’s operating systems to the latest standards, and will work overnight to minimise disruption to traffic.
Give Way Rules to Change in 2012
The Government has confirmed plans to change the give ways rules at intersections in New Zealand. Currently if you are turning left you have to give way to right turning traffic coming towards you. This change would reverse this so the left turning vehicle would have right of way in this situation. Changes are also planned to the rule for T-intersections.
Car Rental Tips
Car rental services have brought about a revolution in the car business and mobility industry.
Truck Rental Tips
If you want to transport things from one place to another safely and at an affordable price then we recommend hiring a truck. There are different sizes and types of trucks available for hire, from the smallest pickup truck to the biggest road truck.
Renting a Car in Auckland Tips
Whether you are visiting Auckland for business, holidays, or another purpose you can enjoy the Rental Car Auckland Airport services. Before hiring a car consider the tips in this article.
Air New Zealand Investor Update
Air New Zealand releases its monthly investor update along with July market conditions and latest company news.
Government Makes Taxis Safer
The government is introducing measure to make taxis safer. From 2011 it will be mandatory for taxis in larger towns and cities to be fitted with security cameras.
ACC Motorbike Safety Programme
ACC has introduced a motorbike safety programme and teamed up with representatives from key motorcycle, scooter and moped groups.
SmartGate Passenger Clearance System a Success
The SmartGate passenger clearance system which has been installed at Auckland and Wellington International Airports for trans-Tasman passengers has been declared a success after processing its 250,000th passenger.
Early Opening of Newmarket Viaduct Replacement
The southern half of the Newmarket Viaduct replacement project is due to be opened early; six months ahead of schedule. The early delivery will be a relief for the 160,000 motorists who travel over that stretch of motorway.
Toyota Plug-in Hybrid Technology
Toyota is teaming with Massey University to trial its Plug-in Hybrid technology in New Zealand as part of a two-year global field trial of the Plug-in Hybrid Prius.
Christchurch Tram Extension Commences
Work on the Christchurch Tram extension has commenced.
Drugged Driving Law Success
Figures show 101 drivers have been charged under the new drugged driving laws, making the new law a success.
Air NZ Inflight Mobile Text and Email Services
Air NZ is enabling its new Boeing 777-300 aircraft with mobile text and email service capability.