Transport

Bothamley Park Wastewater Upgrade Finished April 2, 2025 More than 3km of old wastewater pipes in Bothamley Park have been replaced with larger, more resilient infrastructure, in a project aimed at protecting the… ...
Parking Changes and New Road Rule Improve Access in Tawa March 27, 2025 Shoppers will have more time to browse and relax thanks to changes to parking restrictions along Main Road, approved by Wellington City Council. Nine previously… ...
CubaDupa Returns, set to Transform Pōneke Streets with Vibrant Festivities March 27, 2025 Autumn’s arrival won’t dim the excitement as CubaDupa returns to Wellington this weekend, turning Cuba Street and its surrounds into a buzzing hub of music,… ...
Driver killed in late-night Wellington motorway crash March 23, 2025 One person died and two others were injured in a two-car collision on the Wellington motorway late Saturday night. Emergency services were called to the… ...
Bluebridge Welcomes New Ferry Aboard March 21, 2025 Bluebridge has announced plans to replace its 28-year-old Cook Strait ferry, Strait Feronia, with the more modern Stena Livia, offering more capacity and comfort for… ...
Porirua’s Bothamley Park Reopens After Major Upgrade March 18, 2025 Bothamley Park in Porirua has fully reopened following a two-year closure for a significant wastewater pipe upgrade. The project, part of the Government’s $1 billion… ...
Metlink Suggests Passengers Plan Ahead During Union Meeting March 18, 2025 Wellington commuters may face disruptions on Wednesday, 19 March, as some bus services operated by Mana Newlands Coaches could be affected by a Tramways Union… ...
Porirua City to Consult on Rates Increase March 13, 2025 Porirua residents will soon have their say on a proposed 6.75 per cent rates increase as part of the Porirua City Council’s Annual Plan 2025/26… ...
Porirua Grand Traverse Celebrates 20 Years of Adventure March 5, 2025 One of the region’s most beloved multisport events, the Porirua Grand Traverse (PGT), is marking its 20th anniversary with record participation expected for this year’s… ...
Taxpayers Face $300M Bill After Interislander Ferry Contract Axed (March 4, 2025) The government has set aside $300 million to cover contract break-fees and infrastructure costs after cancelling Hyundai’s contract to build two new Interislander ferries, newly… ...
Porirua’s Postgate Park to Get Exciting New Bike Track (March 4, 2025) A new bike 'pump' track is set to transform an under-utilised section of Postgate Park in Whitby, providing a dynamic space for riders of all… ...
Train Breakdown in Plimmerton Causes Delays (March 4, 2025) A train has broken down in Plimmerton this morning, causing delays for passengers travelling through the area. Commuters heading into Wellington and other destinations are… ...
More Price Hikes for Porirua Public Transport Users (February 25, 2025) A potential fare increase as well as increases to off-peak prices for Metlink services will be decided at the upcoming Greater Wellington Regional Council meeting… ...
New ‘Hail and Ride’ Bus Service Coming to Tawa (February 13, 2025) A new fixed-route ‘hail and ride’ bus service, Route 59, will launch in Tawa on Monday, 24 February, replacing the Metlink On Demand trial. The… ...
Remutaka Hill Closed Following Two-Vehicle Crash (January 4, 2025) Remutaka Hill on State Highway 2 (SH2) is closed after a two-vehicle crash this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at 11:30 am.… ...
Crash on SH58 Causes Westbound Delays Near Haywards Interchange (January 3, 2025) A crash on State Highway 58 near the Haywards Interchange has disrupted westbound traffic this morning, causing delays for motorists heading toward Porirua. The incident,… ...
Car Fire Shuts Johnsonville Northbound Offramp on SH1 (December 20, 2024) A four-wheel drive has caught fire on the Johnsonville northbound offramp on State Highway 1, prompting authorities to close the offramp until further notice. The… ...
Visible Police Presence for Gang Funeral in Hutt Valley and Porirua (December 17, 2024) Police are maintaining a visible presence in the Hutt Valley and Porirua today as they monitor the funeral of a prominent gang member, following the… ...
Rolling Car Causes Minor Collision at Porirua Station (December 16, 2024) A minor car park incident occurred at Porirua Station this morning, Monday, 16 December, at approximately 7:15 a.m. A parked vehicle, left without the handbrake… ...
Crash at Paremata Road Intersection Prompts Warnings (December 15, 2024) A crash occurred today on Paremata Road at the Bayview and Seaview Road intersection. Authorities have urged drivers to avoid the area if possible. Details… ...
Porirua City Drives Sustainability with Electric Vehicles (December 12, 2024) Porirua City Council has taken a significant step towards reducing costs and emissions by integrating nine electric vehicles (EVs) into its fleet. Introduced in early… ...
Another Fee Hike for Public Transport Users (November 26, 2024) Public transport users are set to face additional costs, with Metlink announcing a new 1.5 percent card processing fee for Snapper card top-ups made via… ...
Traffic disruptions likely for Gang related funeral – Porirua (November 13, 2024) Kāpiti Mana Area Commander, Inspector Renée Perkins says Police are aware of a gang related funeral in the Porirua area today. “The procession is expected… ...
No Bikes on Buses – Metlink Follows Ban by NZTA (November 8, 2024) Bike racks on Metlink buses will be temporarily disabled from Saturday, 9 November, until further notice, following an advisory from the New Zealand Transport Agency… ...
Road Closures for Infrastructure Work in Porirua (October 4, 2024) Major infrastructure upgrades are set to begin in early November in eastern Porirua, causing temporary road closures. The work, led by Porirua City Council, Wellington… ...
Three Drivers Face Court After Speeding Over 150km/h (October 1, 2024) Wellington Police are urging drivers to slow down following an alarming increase in motorists exceeding speed limits, particularly over the last week. Among these drivers,… ...
Titahi Bay Road Project Stalls, Amid Funding Cuts (September 27, 2024) A major infrastructure project aimed at improving coastal resilience and providing a shared walking and cycling path in Porirua has come to an abrupt halt… ...
Porirua Projects at Risk Amid $134 Million Transport Funding Shortfall (September 12, 2024) Porirua faces significant cuts to its transport services and infrastructure projects following a $134 million funding shortfall in the Greater Wellington Region. The shortfall comes… ...
KiwiRail Fined After Ferry Incident (September 11, 2024) KiwiRail has been fined $432,500 after the Kaitaki Interislander ferry lost power with over 880 passengers on board. The incident occurred on January 28, 2023,… ...