November 24, 2022
Government must extend fuel rebate in a recession
Most Kiwis don’t realise it, but come 31st January, the cost to fill their car will go up $10 to $15 overnight, the price of catching a bus…
November 16, 2022
Certainty needed now on fuel discount extension
Leading road transport body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is calling on the Government to provide certainty on the fuel excise…
October 13, 2022
Sharp spike in costs may hurt transport operators and consumers, industry body warns
Road transport business costs have risen almost four times higher than the general inflation rate in the last quarter – an unprecedented…
October 4, 2022
ACC Advisory – recovery at work
ACC Advisory: Stay connected to create a safe workplace
September 30, 2022
Era of ‘sugar candy economics’ has ended, Bagrie warns conference
The world has entered a new era in economics, and we all have to get used to a harsh new reality. That was the stark warning from economist…
September 28, 2022
More change inevitable for road transport sector, conference told
Change is coming to the road transport sector, and it will have a big impact on both business and the New Zealand economy in the coming…
September 27, 2022
Trucking Industry faces ongoing COVID-19 wellbeing challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the work-life and wellbeing of 60 percent of trucking company owners, who are experiencing…
August 15, 2022
Driving Change Diversity Programme welcomes 2022 nominated diversity champions
Ia Ara Transporting New Zealand has announced today the inaugural group of diversity champions who will take part in Te ara ki tua Road to…
July 25, 2022
Increased pay rates for hard-working trucking industry
At a time of economic stress and high inflation, eight out of 10 trucking companies have reported increasing pay for their drivers over the…
July 11, 2022
Surging oil prices threaten transport industry and supply chain
Surging oil prices mean road transport operators across New Zealand are facing cost pressures like never before, according to peak body…