24 November, 2009
Govt announces $500m for Auckland's electric trains
The electrification of Auckland's rail system is one step closer today, with Cabinet approving funding of $500 million for the purchase of electric trains.
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Associated Ministers
- Steven Joyce - Minister
- Nathan Guy - Associate Minister
19 November, 2009
Summary of road safety submissions released
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today released a summary of the more than 1,500 submissions received as part of a wide-ranging review of road safety.
Read full release >>13 November, 2009
Focus on young drivers
Transport Minister Steven Joyce says introducing measures designed to reduce the number of fatal and serious vehicle crashes involving young drivers is a priority for the government.
Read full release >>13 November, 2009
Speech to Motor Trade Association Annual Conference
Good afternoon and thank you for the opportunity to make this opening address. I would like to acknowledge Motor Trade Association CEO Stephen Matthews, President David O’Kane and all MTA members here for this conference.
Read full speech >>12 November, 2009
Investment delivers for Waikato rail
The Waikato rail network is set to be the first to benefit from new track maintenance equipment coming into service, Transport Minister Steven Joyce has announced.
Read full release >>9 November, 2009
Construction on first Road of National Significance begins
Construction on the first of seven initial Roads of National Significance is underway, with physical works beginning today on the Victoria Park project in Auckland - more than a year earlier than originally planned.
Read full release >>3 November, 2009
Australian airlines to contribute to domestic aviation safety
The government has moved to correct an anomaly in civil aviation law which has meant that Australian-licensed airlines operating in the New Zealand domestic market have not paid the passenger safety levy.
Read full release >>30 October, 2009
Work starts early on Hawke's Bay Expressway southern extension
The second major Hawke's Bay roading project to start this month got underway today as construction began earlier than anticipated on the Hawke's Bay Expressway's southern extension.
Read full release >>28 October, 2009
Land Transport Management Act to be reviewed
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has asked for a review of the Land Transport Management Act (LTMA) to ensure compliance costs are minimised and planning processes simplified.
Read full release >>27 October, 2009
New rule to ensure safer winter tyre use
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has signed a new rule setting safety standards for winter tyres.
Read full release >>27 October, 2009
Expanded NZ-South Africa air services
Expanded opportunities for New Zealand and South African airlines were announced today by Associate Minister of Transport Nathan Guy.
Read full release >>23 October, 2009
Drive safe this Labour Day weekend
Transport Minister Steven Joyce is urging motorists to take care on the roads this Labour Day weekend.
Read full release >>20 October, 2009
Drugged driving law now includes benzodiazepines
Parliament has tonight voted to widen the scope of new drugged driving legislation to include benzodiazepines - a class of prescription drugs that can lead to severe impairment in driving ability.
Read full release >>20 October, 2009
Illegal street racing Bill passes third reading
The Land Transport (Enforcement Powers) Amendment Bill that tackles illegal street racing passed its Third Reading in Parliament tonight.
Read full release >>16 October, 2009
Address at the NZ Airports Association conference
Today I want to talk about the important role airports play in the New Zealand economy and local communities. I will also discuss some of the issues I see for airports, along with government initiatives in the aviation sector.
Read full speech >>14 October, 2009
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Annual Awards Dinner
Good evening, I would like to acknowledge the theme of your forum, The Next Decade – Challenges and Solutions – Innovation Meets Experience. Your organisation represents a wealth of experience in areas such as road transport, shipping and ports, public transport, airports, transport engineering, and central and local government.
Read full speech >>6 October, 2009
Drugged driving law brought forward, benzodiazepines added
The government has brought forward the start date of legislation aimed at tackling drugged driving to 1 November, a month earlier than previously planned.
Read full release >>6 October, 2009
Speech at SH1 Newmarket to Greenlane Auxiliary Lane Project Start of Construction
The Hon John Banks, Mayor of Auckland; Wayne McDonald, NZTA Regional Director Auckland and Northland; Steve Killeen, Northern General Manager Downer EDI Works, members of the construction team, other special guests, ladies and gentlemen: Once again it gives me great pleasure to be able to celebrate the start of construction of another vital segment of Auckland’s motorway network as we move towards providing a world class transport system for the citizens of this dynamic and progressive city.
Read full speech >>5 October, 2009
New Metro Rail Operating Plan Released
The Government has today released the new ownership and operating model for metro commuter rail services in Auckland and Wellington.
Read full release >>2 October, 2009
$30m roading project starts 9 months early
Work towards the realignment of the Matahorua Gorge between Napier and Gisborne has commenced today - nine months earlier than originally scheduled - thanks to an additional $142.5 million in funding announced in February as part of the government's Jobs and Growth plan.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Fuel tax changes tomorrow
Transport Minister Steven Joyce says increases in fuel excise duty (FED) and Road User Charges (RUC) which come into force tomorrow will bring benefits to all New Zealanders through better roading and public transport networks.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Road safety consultation closes Friday
Transport Minister Steven Joyce is urging road users to have their say on what actions should be taken to make New Zealand's roads safer.
Read full release >>26 September, 2009
Central Area Road Transport Seminar
Some of you may have been at the Roading New Zealand conference, and I know you have been watching the developments in the portfolio over recent months, but I would like to outline the Government’s transport priorities.
Read full speech >>24 September, 2009
Address at the NZ Marine Transport Association Annual Conference
Good morning everyone. It's a pleasure to be here today at the NZ Marine Transport Association's annual conference.
Read full speech >>17 September, 2009
Speech to Aviation Industry Association
As you know, I took up the role of Associate Minister of Transport about three months ago. I can tell you that I am really enjoying the role. There is a lot going on in the transport sector and I am finding it very exciting.
Read full speech >>16 September, 2009
Minister welcomes further progress on Western Ring Route
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today welcomed further progress towards the completion of Auckland’s Western Ring Route – which was earlier this year identified as a Road of National Significance.
Read full release >>15 September, 2009
Govt moves on electronic RUC
The government confirmed today that it will allow electronic distance recording and electronic display of road user charges (RUC) licences as it moves towards a simplified, more modern RUC system.
Read full release >>11 September, 2009
Minister welcomes progress on Western Ring Route
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has welcomed progress on Auckland's Western Ring Route, with confirmation of the alignment the route will take.
Read full release >>11 September, 2009
Agency asked to consult on “Option Three” for Kapiti
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has asked the New Zealand Transport Agency to add a third option in its consultation for the State highway One alignment through the Kapiti Coast.
Read full release >>10 September, 2009
Speech at TRAFINZ (NZ Local Authority Traffic Institute) Annual Conference
It is a pleasure to be here this evening to present the Road Safety Innovation Achievement Awards. As many of you know, I took up the role of Associate Minister of Transport about three months ago. I can tell you that I am really enjoying the role. There is a lot going on in the transport sector and I am finding it very interesting.
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