How to judge the right moment to wind up, and who actually gets paid when you do. Most owners know the number before they say it out loud. There’s a point where a business stops being a going concern and starts being a hope, and the person closest to it is usually the last one […]
National Road Carriers has begun its 90th year representing New Zealand’s road freight industry, with a year of events and stories planned to mark the milestone. The anniversary programme started on 5 October 2026. From 29 owner-carriers to a national voice The association was founded in 1936 by 29 Auckland owner-carriers who wanted a united […]
The Government’s proposal to loosen heavy vehicle rules as part of its fuel resilience strategy has been generally welcomed, but some critics say the answer is rail. The reforms include allowing some trucks to carry heavier loads per trip, easing restrictions on oversized vehicles, and aligning licensing rules so heavier electric trucks are not […]
About 98% of potholes on state highways are fixed within 24 hours, according to the New Zealand Transport Agency. This exceeds government targets set in July, which ordered NZTA to repair 95% of potholes on main state highways and 85% of those on regional state highways within 24 hours of discovery. Transport Minister Chris Bishop […]
The Government’s Roads of National Significance (RoNS) programme is moving into the next phase of its development, but Transporting NZ wants bipartisan commitment to avoid future speed bumps. Combined funding of nearly $1.2 billion will advance key projects across the country. “The Government is committed to building a long-term pipeline of transport infrastructure investments to […]
A new NTA initiative aims to amplify and celebrate the expertise of women across the sector. As part of the Transport Women campaign, the social media spotlight showcases the inspiring stories of women across the industry. “What stands out about the women in our industry is their professionalism and resilience,” NZ Trucking Association Carol McGeady […]
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