Advocating for you
Practical support. Real savings. A stronger voice for road freight.
Transporting New Zealand supports owner-operators, fleet operators, and businesses that service the road freight industry across the country with advocacy, commercial benefits, and practical, day-to-day support. Our membership is designed to save you time, reduce costs, and ensure your voice is heard on the issues that matter to your business.
Real savings on everyday costs
Membership unlocks practical benefits that deliver real savings and day-to-day support for your business, including fuel, tyres, insurance, compliance tools, professional services, and business support. Many benefits can also be extended to staff, supporting retention and wellbeing.
Practical support when you need it
Members can access guidance and support on compliance, health and safety, employment matters, and key operational processes, including transport service licences (TSLs), permitting, weigh station requirements, and running costs, backed by experienced people who understand the transport sector.
Stay informed and connected
Access member-only updates, industry insights, events, seminars, and resources that help you stay ahead of change and make informed decisions.
Advocacy that works for you
Your membership helps shape national advocacy and policy positions that reflect real-world operating conditions. We represent and advocate for the industry at local, regional, and national levels, engaging directly with government, regulators, and key stakeholders on safety, compliance, costs, workforce, and infrastructure.
Through this work, we promote the vital role road freight plays in New Zealand’s economy and ensure member voices are heard where decisions are made.
Membership fees are structured to reflect different business types, including transport operators and businesses that service the road freight industry.
Fees are based on business size and membership category, ensuring they are fair, appropriate, and aligned to the value and support provided through advocacy, commercial benefits, and practical industry support.
As a not for profit, member organisation, membership fees are reinvested into advocacy, services, and activities that benefit members and the wider road freight industry.
Membership operates on an annual basis from 1 July to 30 June. Businesses joining part-way through the year will have their fee adjusted for the remainder of the membership period.
Submitting an application does not commit you to membership. Fees are discussed and confirmed before anything is finalised.
Transporting New Zealand is a not-for-profit, member-based organisation. We exist to represent and support our members and the wider industry, not to generate profit.
Our constitution sets out how the organisation is governed, including:
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Our purpose and objectives
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Membership categories and rights
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How the Board is appointed and operates
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How decisions are made on behalf of members
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Financial oversight and accountability
As a member organisation, our direction and priorities are guided by members through our governance structure, including the Board and Annual General Meeting.
The constitution helps ensure Transporting New Zealand operates transparently, fairly, and in the best interests of the industry.
👉 View the constitution
Our secure Member Portal, designed to help members and their team stay informed, access trusted industry information, and get the most from their membership.
The Member Portal brings together member-only news, resources, tools, and benefits in one place, supporting better decision-making and day-to-day operations for transport businesses.
Through the Member Portal, members and their teams can:
- Stay up to date with industry news, alerts, and advocacy updates
- Access member-only resources and reports, including the Grant Thornton Cost Index, cost models, and fuel reports
- Explore member benefits and how to redeem them.
- Register for industry seminars, conferences, and events
- Use practical tools such as the Journey Planner and accommodation directory
- Access key membership information and support contacts
Access for your whole business
Portal access is not limited to business owners or managers. we allow members to provide portal access to staff, enabling teams to use relevant tools, resources, and updates as part of their day-to-day work.
Access anywhere
The Member Portal is available on desktop, mobile, and tablet, making it easy to stay connected whether you’re in the office or on the road.
Transporting New Zealand negotiates a wide range of commercial offers and benefits on behalf of members, focused on reducing operating costs and supporting the day-to-day needs of transport businesses.
These benefits span fuel, finance, insurance, compliance, health and safety, professional services, technology, and business support. Discounts and benefits vary by supplier and may include preferential pricing, exclusive packages, added services, or member-only access.
Our partnerships are reviewed regularly to ensure members continue to receive practical, relevant benefits that support their businesses as the industry evolves.