Who can reach everyday services and jobs without a car, who cannot, and what would change that.

A year on from speed limit reversals on the highway between Nelson and Blenheim, NZTA say its hard to draw conclusions but a transport expert says crashes are on the rise.

“The council should not be jeopardising millions of dollars of government funding on the basis of such a flawed review,” says councillor Geordie Rogers.

Budget 2026 increases road spending – while offering limited support for public transport, emissions cuts and climate resilience.

Budget 2026 increases road spending – while offering limited support for public transport, emissions cuts and climate resilience.

One global crisis killed off public transport use in Auckland. Another has brought it roaring back. The question now is: what next?

Comment: Begging and rough sleeping aren’t crimes of disorder. They’re symptoms of an under-resourced, under-performing security net.

Kevin O’Leary wants to cover 40,000 acres. Residents say, ‘Not in my backyard.’

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