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Opinion – When I was studying at Otago University in the mid 1980's, under a NZ Railways internship scholarship, I was posted during the summer months to va

Despite a rough start to operations with low patronage, multiple cancellations, and scheduling problems, the Te Huia train service to and from Auckland has cele

An end may be in sight for Christchurch’s frustrated bus users, as the country’s largest passenger bus service operator announces hundreds of new hires, includi

Capital Connection commuters will benefit hugely as the Government invests in a fleet of 18 new trains for the lower North Island. This is a massive win for Pal

After endless cancellations every day, bus bosses say an end to public transport woes may be in sight. An “intense recruitment campaign” will deliver 559 new bu

Last week the government released their latest budget. By in large it seems to have been fairly well received and one thing that strikes me about it is there wa

The Public Transport Forum New Zealand is delighted with the free fares for under 13s and half prices fares for under 25s announced in the Budget this week. Thi

Press Release – The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) is pleased that the government recognises the value of public transport for the young, old, disabl

The topic of regional public transport is receiving a lot of commentary including nostalgic wishes and challenges on why can’t we have passenger rail, as well a