http://www.nzherald.co.nz/ Latest Public Transport headlines from nzherald.co.nz en-nz Copyright 2010 APN HOLDINGS NZ Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:00:18 +1200 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss APN RSS Generator webnews@nzherald.co.nz webmaster@nzherald.co.nz http://www.nzherald.co.nz/images/nz_little_logo.gif http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/headlines.cfm?c_id=536 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10632790&ref=rss An "aging train fleet" is the reason for cancellations and delays on Wellington's rail network this morning, KiwiRail says.Three trains experienced mechanical issues, KiwiRail spokesman Nigel Parry told NZPA.The 7.05am Taita... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:01:04 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10632695&ref=rss Public transport subsidies in Auckland went up 14 per cent last year but covered an almost 40 per cent increase in distances travelled by rail, bus and ferry passengers.Although a 7.7 per cent rise in public transport patronage... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Thu, 18 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10632620&ref=rss The National-led Government appears to have lost its way. It seems to me that Prime Minister John Key's intricate and inclusive coalition arrangement, rather than ensuring National's re-election next year, is shaping up to generate... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Thu, 18 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10632495&ref=rss Auckland's natural environment is in decline and will continue to worsen unless the new Super City council delivers a shake-up, say monitoring officers.The region's environment monitors told would-be civic leaders they would inherit... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10632425&ref=rss NEW YORK - Thousands of people ripped off in a widespread scam by New York City taxi drivers who illegally doubled the rate of their rides could get some money back, but that is less likely to happen for those who paid with cash and... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10631857&ref=rss As soon as Steven Joyce announced the Government will be looking into the travel subsidies currently enjoyed by Gold Card carrying superannuitants, you could hear the coffin creak open.If ever Winston Peters has been offered a... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Sun, 14 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10631798&ref=rss The Transport Minister admits his choice of words may have contributed to the outcry over potential cuts to SuperGold Card transport concessions.When he announced a review of the free off-peak public transport component of the... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Sat, 13 Mar 2010 10:07:06 +1200 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/public-transport/news/article.cfm?c_id=536&objectid=10631222&ref=rss Auckland's $1 billion-plus central rail tunnel project has been accorded a preferred route between Britomart and Mt Eden, although a business case has yet to be made for construction funding.A $5 million investigation study for... newsfeeds@nzherald.co.nz Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1200