Air pollution FAQs
What are the sources of air pollution?In New Zealand the sources of air pollution vary seasonally and by location but major contributors typically include:Vehicle emissionsWood burning (for home...
View ArticleWellington region maintenance programme
Information about roadworks in the Wellington-Kāpiti regionWell maintained roads are an important part of keeping people safe. While we aim to do this work with as little disruption as possible, we...
View ArticleComplaint about a specific matter
We continuously aim to improve the quality of transport services provided to New Zealanders – and we welcome your feedback to help us ensure services meet high standards. Here we explain how you can...
View ArticleBuses and taxis
Buses and taxis (including shuttles), that carry passengers for hire or reward, must meet all the vehicle standards required of them. There are added safety requirements because they provide public...
View ArticleHeavy buses
Heavy buses (sometimes called omnibuses) have a gross vehicle mass (GVM) of more than 3500kg.There are three classes of heavy bus:Omnibuses with a GVM of 3500 and 4500kg (MD3)Omnibuses with a GVM of...
View ArticleFlood and fire damaged vehicles
Flood damaged, water damaged and written off vehicles that have not been correctly repaired can compromise the safety of vehicle features such as safety belt pretensioners, airbags and certain...
View ArticleCaution advised for motorists ahead of spring southerly blast
"The weather forecast indicates we’ve got some wild weather coming our way, and this could impact roads and driving conditions. As conditions can change rapidly, we advise people to check the latest...
View ArticleSouth Island road advice: snow, sea swells, high winds
Coastal swells and high windsThe West Coast of the South Island has had coastal swells in the past day and there are also swells of up to four metres forecastfor the Kaikoura Coast. High tides are...
View ArticlePractical tests
Practical tests assess your drivingThe practical driving tests are designed to assess your ability to apply your knowledge of road rules and safe driving practices.Get lots of practise (we recommend at...
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Traffic control devices manual - Definitions
Some of the terms listed below may have different meanings depending on their context in a particular section of the manual. Contact info@nzta.govt.nz if you require clarification.A | B | C | D | E | F...
View ArticleAppendix B2
Print version:Appendix B(2) – Contributing factorsAppendix B(2)Contributing factorsFactors probably contributing to crashes (Version 06/10/2003)Driver Control100 Alcohol100 Alcohol or Drugs 101...
View ArticleAssessment
2008/09 National Land Transport ProgrammeAssessment of the NLTPLand Transport NZ has assessed how this NLTP contributes to the aim of achieving a safe, responsive, and sustainable land transport...
View ArticleExemption from paying levies (exempt Class B)
Exempt Class B vehicles are exempt from the payment of some levies and charges such as ACC levies and fuel excise and excise equivalent duty. These include some farm vehicles:motor vehicles (not...
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Cycle detection
CNG Home | Site map | Planning | Designing | Evaluating and monitoring | Trials | Case studiesSpecific cycle detection at signalised intersections is required when the following criteria are met:an...
View ArticleManawatu Whanganui
Manawatu-WhanganuiReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageContentsIntroduction —- from the Regional DirectorManawatu-Whanganui – the...
View ArticleRimutaka Hill Road re-opened
A strong wind warning is still in place, and the MetService is forecasting further snow falls up until midnight tonight.“We will be keeping an eye on the weather and road conditions, and if necessary,...
View ArticleWaikato Expressway ‘gateway’ project to be shared with wider community
The NZ Transport Agency is holding a public information evening for the Southern Interchange on the Hamilton section of the Waikato Expressway at the Tamahere Community Centre on Wednesday 14 September...
View ArticleNorthland
NorthlandReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageContentsIntroduction - from the Regional DirectorNorthland – the contextHighlights of...
View ArticleOtago
OtagoReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageContentsIntroduction - from the Regional DirectorOtago – the contextHighlights of Otago's NLTPRecent...
View ArticleMarlborough
MarlboroughReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageReturn to the NLTP Regional Programme index pageContentsIntroduction - from the Regional DirectorMarlborough – the contextHighlights of...
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