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…
January 9, 2026
Road freight industry warns tolling existing roads will undermine public support
The Government has proposed that existing roads could be tolled and that heavy vehicles could be forced onto toll roads.
January 8, 2026
Transporting New Zealand’s year in review
In 2025 we grew our membership and participation, increased media activity, and submitted on multiple central and local government…
December 18, 2025
Road freight sector sees reasons for optimism heading into 2026
Many trucking operators will be relieved to see the end of 2025, but there are emerging signs that conditions are beginning to improve in…
December 16, 2025
Transporting New Zealand cautiously welcoming new super-ministry announcement
The new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT) must be adequately resourced to deliver the Government’s ambitious…
December 12, 2025
Fernhill Bridge strengthening a huge win for freight
Transporting New Zealand is welcoming an announcement from the Transport Minister confirming SH50’s Fernhill Bridge will be strengthened.
December 11, 2025
Transporting New Zealand hails two-lane Pekatahi Bridge replacement
A new two-lane bridge will be built on SH2 in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, replacing the existing, decrepit one-lane Pekatahi Bridge.
December 11, 2025
Truckie rest zones support driver wellbeing on the road
The Truckie Rest Zone in Rakaia was well received by drivers, though a couple were pinged for non-compliance by the CVST.
November 19, 2025
Transporting New Zealand says timely delivery of port infrastructure essential for Cook Strait connection
National road freight association Transporting New Zealand has welcomed the certainty provided by Minister Peter’s announcement on the Cook…
November 11, 2025
Transporting New Zealand calls for review of international licence conversion processes
Transporting New Zealand is calling on NZTA to review its international truck licence conversion processes, as the Agency announced…