Excuses, excuses: New Police campaign no laughing matter December 8, 2023 When it comes to speeding our Highway Patrol officers have heard it all, literally. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx8RJaoVN0M From stuck jandals to stressed out dogs, lead foot motorists… ...
Bus Driver Appreciation Day: Meet Sandy November 16, 2023 This Bus Driver Appreciation Day, Metlink is celebrating the drivers who pull out all the stops for its network. Everyone needs a reason to get… ...
Steam Inc and the Semi Circle Rail Cruise October 17, 2023 This diesel hauled train will run from Wellington, heading north along the western coastline picking up passengers at Porirua, Paekakariki, Paraparaumu, Waikanae, Otaki, Levin, Palmerston… ...
Breaking: Car Ablaze on Highway South of Otaki October 2, 2023 A vehicle has erupted in flames just south of Otaki, leading to anticipated delays for motorists traveling south on the Highway. Both Police and Fire… ...
Charges following motorway protest September 8, 2023 Restore Passenger Rail protesters caused major disruption to the capital's commuter traffic today, this time atop a gantry above State Highway 1. The remaining protester… ...
Arrests made and charges laid as Police target organised crime group September 2, 2023 Wellington Police have charged 11 people for their roles in a syndicate allegedly responsible for supplying the class A controlled drug methamphetamine. Detective Senior Sergeant… ...
Police appealing for witnesses to fatal Ōtaki crash August 24, 2023 A person died in a two-vehicle crash in Ōtaki last Friday. Police are appealing for witnesses. The crash, involving two vehicles, occurred on Mill Rd,… ...
‘Bureaucratic madness’ – Te Horo waits 12 years for a bus August 22, 2023 By Ian Carson The lack of any bus service is frustrating Te Horo locals who see the 290 bus between Waikanae and Ōtaki cruising past… ...
Jail for dangerous drink-driver August 16, 2023 A 42-year-old driver with a “menacing driving history” has been jailed for drink-driving in a fashion that made him a danger and risk to all… ...Kapiti – the good old days (August 11, 2023) This photo features an A40 Devon at what was then the Paraparaumu Ramp Service Station. Locals may recognise this as the area where Boat City… ...
Ram Raids reactions (July 31, 2023) When Kapiti was hit with a series of Ram Raids late last year there was a public outcry and a call for harsher penalties as… ...
Council seeks solid commitment for construction of Ō2NL (July 27, 2023) Horowhenua District Councillors penned a letter to the new Minister of Transport Hon David Parker this week seeking assurances that funding is committed for the… ...
Buses in Kāpiti reduced during all-day industrial action (July 25, 2023) Bus passengers in Kāpiti are advised that Metlink bus services on Wednesday 26 July will be running to a Sunday timetable, with the addition of… ...
Directional lane closures SH58 (July 21, 2023) Below is some important information about upcoming directional lane closures along State Highway 58. Please plan ahead for directional lane closures on Sunday 30 July… ...
Man arrested after fleeing driver incident, Horowhenua (July 16, 2023) A man has been arrested following a fleeing driver incident in Horowhenua today. Shortly before 12.30pm Police came across a stolen vehicle in Foxton. The… ...
Nodding at the Wheel – matter of life and death (June 15, 2023) Kiwi road bosses say driver fatigue really can be a matter of life and death. “People often think that driver fatigue means falling asleep at… ...
Police advise steps to prevent vehicle theft (June 4, 2023) Police are urging the public to take extra precautions to keep their vehicles safe after a recent increase in stolen vehicles being reported. In the… ...
Crash clears on Kapiti Rd (May 9, 2023) Two cars collided this morning on Kapiti Rd and despite severe damage no injuries have been reported. Traffic backed up while the scene was attended… ...
Free Ride for Ticket Holders (May 4, 2023) Football fans in the capital can travel to and from Wellington Regional Stadium for free on Metlink public transport for matches in the FIFA Women’s… ...
Kapiti Mayor welcomes investment in rail services (April 29, 2023) Kāpiti Mayor Janet Holborow has welcomed the Government’s investment in passenger rail services announced recently. “The new trains and investment in the rail system will… ...
KiwiRail equipment failure, holds rail network hostage (April 29, 2023) A KiwiRail equipment failure in Auckland is forcing Metlink to run fewer passenger rail services across the Wellington region during May. KiwiRail’s one-and-only specialist rail… ...
KCDC Speed Management Plan (April 26, 2023) KCDC believes its proposed new 'Speed Management Plan for Kāpiti' will bring consistency to the whole transport network and make travelling around the district safer… ...
Driving in Style (April 20, 2023) Luxury transport at affordable prices is becoming increasingly popular among travellers who are looking for a comfortable and convenient way to travel without breaking the… ...
Police Update – crash, Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway (April 15, 2023) The road has now reopened and a man has been arrested after the earlier crash on the Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway, near Waikanae. About… ...
TG sees over 8million journeys in first year (April 5, 2023) It's been a year since Te Ara Nui o Te Rangihaeata – Transmission Gully opened and the benefits have been huge—it's provided significantly increased safety… ...
Bus driver wages rise -‘increase overdue’ (March 30, 2023) Metlink bus driver wages will increase to an average of $30/hour in urban areas and $28/hour in the regions, following a decision today by Greater… ...
Increased off-peak discounts among Metlink fare changes from 1 April (March 27, 2023) Off-peak discounts on Metlink bus and train services are among the fare changes being introduced on the Greater Wellington public transport network from Saturday, 1… ...
Car takes dive into Kapiti stream (March 18, 2023) The Mazengarb Stream had an unwelcome visitor this morning when a motorist lost control at the Mazengarb-Guildford roundabout, crossing the median strip then crashing into… ...
Hurricanes and Metlink announce ticketing partnership (March 16, 2023) Rugby fans can travel to and from Hurricanes home games at Sky Stadium for free this season on Metlink trains and buses, thanks to a… ...
