Transport
Noncompliant car seats recalled from Panda Mart
The Commerce Commission has ordered retailer PD Mart (formerly Panda Mart) to halt the sale of car seats over safety concerns. Audio
Tree blocks Karapiro's SH1
Police say the highway is expected to stay closed for some time.
Ross locals on West Coast cut off from popular Great Ride
A small West Coast community is facing another summer cut off from a popular Great Ride due to a bridge closure. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
Self-driving cars now a step closer in NZ thanks to AI
Last month Tesla introduced what it calls 'self-driving, supervised' software to New Zealand and Australia. New Zealander Alex Kendall is chief executive and co-founder of Wayve AI, and he spoke to… Audio
Midday Essentials for Thursday 2nd October 2025
In today's episode, the Global Sumud Flotilla that has been trying to get aid into Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy, and some New Zealanders taking part are now on an Israeli vessel; The… Audio
Young navigators using sun and stars to reach Samoa
Seven young navigators are eight days into a journey to Samoa using only the sun and stars to find their way. Lead navigator for the first leg of the journey Toiora Hawira spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Auckland Airport in midst of multi-billion-dollar transformation
Auckland Airport is in the midst of a multi-billion-dollar transformation it says will set New Zealand up for the future. Auckland Airport CEO Carrie Hurihanganui spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Regional school bus funding stalemate continues in Manawatu
In Manawatu, regional reporter Jimmy Ellingham tells Nathan the latest on school bus funding, and also heads to Hawke's Bay where he tries to figure out the story of the two Woolworths supermarkets… Audio
What a US federal government shutdown might mean for travellers
A federal government shutdown could lead to longer airport lines, muddled itineraries and US National Park closures, including one of the nation's most popular public tourist sites.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 1st October 2025
In today's episode, the Labour party has slammed changes to the electricity sector announced on Wednesday as "weak and short-sighted"; Psychologist, author and television presenter, Nigel Latta, has… Audio
Chatham Islands to get new supply vessel
A new supply vessel for the Chatham Islands, replacing the ageing Southern Tiare, will be on the water by late 2027. Chathams mayor Monique Croon spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
New ship for Chatham Islands sails closer
A new 78-metre vessel that will serve the Chatham Islands from 2027 will be supplied by a company confirmed by the government today.
Traffic management costs skyrocket
Event organisers are being forced to go in a completely different direction to cut traffic management costs. The safety measures to avoid possible accidents and injuries like bright orange cones… Audio
Digital driver licences are coming - how will they work?
Explainer - The government aims to introduce digital driver licences by the end of the year. But are they safe - and will everyone have to use them? Video
Wellington airport taxis refusing short rides
If you're catching a cab from Wellington's airport, you might find the driver is unwilling to take you. Krystal Gibbens reports. Audio
Horse riders lodge human rights complaint over road access
Horse riders say they're being systemically discriminated against when it comes to safe road access and have lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission. New Zealand Equestrian Advocacy… Audio
Repairs yet to start on country's most-struck rail bridge
Work to fix the damaged beam on the Tinwald Viaduct is yet to start, 10-weeks after the road was closed.
Sounds Air flies out of Christchurch for last time
The airline has cut the Blenheim to Christchurch and Christchurch to Wānaka saying it was facing out of control costs despite strong bookings.
Five bendy buses ordered for Wellington's busiest route
Wellington will soon have articulated buses, with five ordered for Metlink's Route 2.
