4 September, 2008
New Rule for collection of fuel consumption information
Rule provides for accurate and reliable information on vehicle fuel consumption before certification for entry into New Zealand
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Associated Ministers
- Harry Duynhoven - Minister
4 September, 2008
Cellphone rule released for consultation
Public encouraged to convey their views on a ban on the use of hand-held mobile phones while driving
Read full release >>8 August, 2008
Further restrictions on noisy vehicles proposed
Proposed amendments to the Vehicle Equipment Rule have been released today for public consultation by Harry Duynhoven, Minister for Transport Safety.
Read full release >>6 August, 2008
Automatic identification System (AIS) network launch
Maritime AIS network going live across New Zealand’s coastal waters
Read full speech >>24 July, 2008
Tracks are for trains
It is unrealistic to expect a train to give way - trains must be treated with respect.
Read full speech >>22 July, 2008
Minister calls for greater rail safety awareness
Rail Safety Awareness week launched today
Read full release >>21 July, 2008
Speech to the Aviation Industry Annual Conference
Sustainability will define the future of the aviation industry
Read full speech >>18 June, 2008
Comment sought on compulsory third party vehicle insurance
Compulsory third party insurance will be a major incentive in getting people to take greater responsibility for their driving behaviour
Read full release >>11 June, 2008
Hand-held phone ban for vehicle drivers considered
Government considers banning the use of hand-held mobile phones while driving a vehicle
Read full release >>4 June, 2008
Address to the Ports Forum - Rail and Maritime Transport Union
Current developments in the rail and maritime sectors will benefit New Zealanders by reducing greenhouse gases, taking pressure off our roads and better linking our regions
Read full speech >>1 June, 2008
Noisy vehicles under scrutiny
Vehicles with modified exhaust systems now subject to more stringent testing criteria
Read full release >>30 May, 2008
New radar to enhance weather forecasting
A newly installed MetService radar at New Plymouth airport will greatly enhance weather forecasting in the region, says Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven.
Read full release >>30 May, 2008
Metservice Taranaki weather radar installation
As a Taranaki resident I am particularly pleased this radar is being installed as it will make a huge difference to the region as a whole.
Read full speech >>28 March, 2008
Motorcycle safety package aims to cut high crash rate
Government keen to ensure novice motorcyclists are well equipped for the responsibility of motorcycle ownership.
Read full release >>28 March, 2008
Speech to NZ Automobile Association National Conference
The Government has a key role to play in road safety but the community must also play its part. There’s a need to educate people to recognise the limits of their experience, and to know that not all roads are equal and that they need to drive to the conditions.
Read full speech >>25 February, 2008
Next steps for noisy vehicles announced
Further clamps on noisy exhausts
Read full release >>3 January, 2008
Rise in road toll worrying
the rise in the 2007 road toll is a tragic way to end the year on New Zealand roads
Read full release >>21 December, 2007
Tougher penalties focus of road safety package
A bid to reduce the high number of young drivers dying unnecessarily on New Zealand roads is a central focus of a package of road safety initiatives announced today.
Read full release >>18 December, 2007
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Aviation Network
Launch of NZ's largest aviation training network
Read full speech >>14 December, 2007
Tired drivers in the spotlight
A new inter-agency strategy to combat the issue of driver fatigue was announced today by Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven.
Read full release >>12 December, 2007
Rule to target noisy cars gets the green light
Changes to the vehicle equipment rule to target excessively noisy vehicles will come into effect next year, Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven announced today.
Read full release >>7 December, 2007
New Zealanders support road safety messages
Most New Zealanders agree that speed and alcohol are major causes of road crashes and support police efforts to enforce road safety laws, according to the latest Public Attitudes to Road Safety survey released by the Ministry of Transport.
Read full release >>3 December, 2007
Highway Heroes Award 2007
Sponsored by Beaurepaires, the New Zealand Police, Land Transport New Zealand and the New Zealand trucking magazine, this award recognises professional truck, bus and coach drivers who perform heroic or humanitarian acts in the course of their work.
Read full speech >>28 November, 2007
New Zealand strengthens international maritime role
Pacific nations will have a stronger voice on global maritime issues, thanks to New Zealand’s election to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven announced today.
Read full release >>23 November, 2007
Launch of the Future Fleet Roadshow
Future Fleet is a series of roadshows which aim to highlight safety and sustainability and the part fleet owners can play in promoting vehicle safety and reducing the impact of cars on the environment.
Read full speech >>21 November, 2007
Increase to aviation security charges
The need to maintain a high level of aviation security is behind an increase in international and domestic aviation passenger security charges, Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven said today.
Read full release >>6 November, 2007
Launch of the "Rightcar" website
A new consumer website for Kiwi car buyers was launched at Parliament today, aimed at helping New Zealand motorists find safe, clean and fuel-efficient vehicles.
Read full speech >>19 October, 2007
The Guild Contribution
Address to the Annual Dinner of the Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators
Read full speech >>19 October, 2007
Drive carefully over Labour weekend
Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven has urged motorists to take particular care over the Labour holiday weekend.
Read full release >>12 October, 2007
Airports - where to from here?
Address to the Airports Association Annual Conference 2007
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