January 16, 2026
Promising start to new year, but won’t be plain sailing
Business confidence is on the up, with NZIER reporting the highest optimism since 2014 as lower interest rates fuel recovery.
January 12, 2026
Political crossroads: The choices that will shape New Zealand’s future
Who will be in Government after the 2026 election? And what is the probability of bipartisanship on key issues? When will the economy…
September 26, 2025
Global insights from the HVTT
Over the last 25 years or so, I’ve been involved in the International Forum for Heavy Vehicle Transport and Technology (HVTT), presenting…
September 19, 2025
The threat to the infrastructure pipeline
Political polling released this week suggests that next year’s election could come down to the wire. What does this mean for transport and…
September 12, 2025
A smarter approach to regulation
WorkSafe’s latest ACOP demonstrates a changed approach, and it would be great to see more of this.
September 5, 2025
Business conditions could get even tougher. We can do more to help ourselves
With universal RUC, tolling and regulatory reform all on the horizon, our three industry associations can either strengthen the voice of…
August 29, 2025
Wide range of issues demonstrates transport complexity
This week, New Zealand and international media covered a variety of transport related issues, from overloaded tractors to the carbon…
August 26, 2025
Rail crossing upgrades must accommodate freight growth
Replacing eight level crossings with three road bridges will take some adjustment. Transporting New Zealand urges Auckland Council to…
August 22, 2025
Big week for industry engagement
It's been a big week for industry engagement, from hosting the Petroleum Industry Transport Safety Forum to meeting with Minister for ACC…
August 15, 2025
Tolls, hard hats and high-viz
This week, public interest in road funding has continued as NZTA announced that it may toll Canterbury's new Belfast to Pegasus Motorway…