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Road freight association backs Time of Use Charging Bill, but flags cost concerns

News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand

National road freight association Transporting New Zealand has backed congestion charging legislation, but says that amendments are necessary to maximise savings for consumers and businesses.

National survey finds sector gloomy about economy

News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand

The 2025 National Road Freight Industry Survey, a major survey of 194 respondents across 128 road freight businesses paints a gloomy picture for business, with only a minority expecting their financial situation to improve over the coming year.

Ending ACC discount for safe truck drivers is a backwards move

News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand

Transporting New Zealand is calling on the Government to reverse its decision to end an ACC levy discount for truck drivers.

Driver licence changes will benefit road transport industry

News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand

Transporting New Zealand is welcoming proposed changes to driver licensing rules.

Transporting New Zealand welcomes roadside drug testing legislation passing third reading

News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed roadside drug testing legislation passing its third reading today. Transporting New Zealand Policy and Advocacy Lead Billy Clemens says the final legislation has been a long time coming, after legislation from the previous government couldn’t be implemented by Police due to the lack…

Transporting New Zealand backs freight-focussed Greater Manawatu City and Regional Deal Proposal

News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand

National road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is backing the Greater Manawatū City and Regional Deal Proposal, saying the Deal’s five priority projects would support the region’s role as a vital centre for freight and distribution, and support strong economic growth. The Manawatū region is the lower North Island’s key transportation hub,…
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