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Proposed congestion charges for trucks will hit freight customers and consumers
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
A Ministry of Transport proposal to set congestion charges for trucks at four times the rate of cars will increase costs for businesses and consumers, while being out of step with comparable overseas schemes.
Freight access protected during critical Tiniroto Road repairs
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
Improved access arrangements for urgent Tiniroto Road repairs are a positive step after initial closure plans threatened major disruption to freight and the local community.
Freight productivity measures will support jobs and economic growth
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The road freight sector and wider economy will benefit from the Government removing barriers to improve freight productivity and minimise diesel use.
Transporting New Zealand calls for urgent repairs on Tiniroto Road, Gisborne
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The deteriorating condition of Tiniroto Road in Gisborne is creating serious safety risks and costs for freight operators and other road users.
Transporting New Zealand calls for payload increases to mitigate diesel price hikes
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
Transporting New Zealand says transport regulations should be urgently amended to allow certain trucks to carry higher payloads, as diesel prices continue to hit record highs.
Transport groups unite in call for driver licensing support
News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
A coalition of transport groups is calling for increased access to driver education and training to help address the growing number of New Zealanders without a full driver’s licence.
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