Free Christchurch bus fares examined in new review
Transport

Free Christchurch bus fares examined in new review

Greater Christchurch ratepayers would likely have to pay up to $110 extra a year to cover the cost of fare-free public transport.

Oliver Lewis 10 Aug 2021
Transport minister to weigh up Harbour Bridge options
Editor's Picks

Transport minister to weigh up Harbour Bridge options

Opinion polling showing a $785m 'clip-on' bike lane for the Auckland harbour bridge is hugely unpopular is coinciding with official advice reviving options for sacrificing a vehicle lane on the existing bridge for cyclists and pedestrians. 

Oliver Lewis 06 Aug 2021
Phil Goff warns worker shortage risks infrastructure projects
Infrastructure

Phil Goff warns worker shortage risks infrastructure projects

Auckland mayor suggested workers could be put in industry-run camps and a worker shortage could delay critical projects and cost millions.

Oliver Lewis 03 Aug 2021
Christchurch council's $14m developer discount
Property

Christchurch council's $14m developer discount

South Island city council's rebate scheme aims to encourage new housing in the central city, but critics say the money could be better spent elsewhere.

Oliver Lewis 30 Jul 2021