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 >>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 >>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 >>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 >>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 >>28 August, 2009
Govt won’t proceed with fuel economy standard
The government will not progress the development of a regulated vehicle fuel economy standard, as proposed by the previous Labour government.
Read full release >>28 August, 2009
No delay to vehicle emissions standards
Transport Minister Steven Joyce today announced that after careful consideration, the government has decided the requirements for used diesel vehicles to meet minimum emissions standards set out in the 2007 Vehicle Exhaust Emissions Rule (Emissions Rule) will not be delayed.
Read full release >>27 August, 2009
$8.7 billion plan for transport investment unveiled
An $8.7 billion programme of investment in New Zealand’s transport system has been detailed today with the launch of the National Land Transport Programme (NLTP).
Read full release >>25 August, 2009
New agency to improve Auckland transport
The government has confirmed that a new agency will be established to focus on delivering transport projects and services across Auckland.
Read full release >>20 August, 2009
Govt wants strategic plan for Kapiti highway
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has asked the New Zealand Transport Agency to develop a strategic roading plan for the Kapiti Coast, clearly identifying the long-term corridor for State Highway 1 through the district.
Read full release >>19 August, 2009
Govt confirms 1 October fuel tax changes
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today confirmed that the previously announced increases in fuel excise duty (FED) on petrol and road user charges (RUC) will take effect as scheduled from 1 October.
Read full release >>18 August, 2009
NZ helping Tongan inquiry into Ashika tragedy
New Zealand's Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) is formally supporting the Tongan Royal Commission's inquiry into the sinking of the MV Princess Ashika, says Associate Minister of Transport Nathan Guy.
Read full release >>18 August, 2009
Government seeks views on road safety
Transport Minister Steven Joyce today launched a discussion document containing possible government actions that could help to make New Zealand’s roads safer.
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