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…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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.

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.

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.

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…

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…