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Bluey teams with Citymapper on kid-friendly routes

Families in 40-plus cities can now choose step-free, pram-friendly routes in Citymapper, while the app debuts in Bluey's home city of Brisbane.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

Fleet Management

EYSA acquires Joinup in push into corporate mobility

The deal deepens EYSA's reach in corporate travel software and supports its €300 million international expansion plan.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Smart Cities

Journey Alerts launches Paris rail WhatsApp updates

More than 1.2 million daily commuters on two Paris lines can now get disruption alerts on WhatsApp, as SNCF Transilien tests new passenger messaging.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Fintech

TBC Bank Uzbekistan expands Salom card with UZCARD

The move gives Uzbek customers another domestic payment option, with up to one million new cards set to offer ATTO transport discounts and cashback.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

Fintech

Bir says digital banking now reaches 5 million users

Serving more than half of Azerbaijan's population, the group is using physical terminals and app services to ease customers towards digital payments.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month

Stories from Other Regions

Public Transport stories

Small Business

How has the new CRL affected Auckland hospo? It's a mixed bag

Hospitality around Auckland's new rail stations is seeing only modest gains so far, with some cafes busier and others still waiting for a real lift.

By Serena Solomon • 5 min read • 2 days ago

Wellington Regional Council

'Bone-shaking and vomit-inducing': Rough ride ahead for Wairarapa commuters

Passengers face a month of rail disruption this summer, with only 44% of Wairarapa Line services running on time in August.

By Emily Ireland • 3 min read • 2 days ago

Risk & Compliance

Austroads issues flood management guidance for roads

The new guidance urges road agencies to plan for knock-on disruption to freight, public transport and emergency access when flooding hits.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Local Government

Canterbury's regional council continuing to support Chathams, for now

Support for the Chatham Islands' core regional services will continue during a planned transition as a 22-year arrangement winds down next June.

By David Hill • 2 min read • 5 days ago

Construction

Lincoln faces another 18 months of roadworks

Local businesses face another 18 months of disruption after Selwyn District Council awarded Fulton Hogan an around NZD $19 million contract for Lincoln upgrades.

By Jonathan Leask • 3 min read • Last week

Earthquakes

High fuel prices creating public transport challenges for Canterbury

Rising petrol costs may force Canterbury buses to cut off-peak runs and delay planned service boosts as demand keeps climbing.

By David Hill • 4 min read • Last week

New Zealand Labour Party

Near miss with train interrupts Greens' level crossing announcement

A train nearly hit a car at Morningside as the Greens unveiled a $2.5 billion plan to remove Auckland level crossings and ease congestion.

By Russell Palmer • 3 min read • Last week

Smart Cities

Robotaxis could reach Australia by 2028, but hurdles remain

Robotaxi service could be viable in Australia within 24 months if operators win approvals and prove the vehicles can handle local roads safely.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • This month

Airports

Brisbane 2032 anchors Australia's transport investment

Australia's next transport wave is expected to be driven by Olympic-linked works, with AUD $7.1 billion committed to Brisbane 2032.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last month

Opinion

Grey Lynn and Ponsonby: From working class roots to Auckland's most sought after suburbs

Long-time residents say rising house prices pushed many Pasifika families out of Grey Lynn and Ponsonby, changing the area's character.

By Luka Forman • 3 min read • Last month

Urban Planning

Community hub, larger industrial area on cards in Amberley master plan

Amberley's growing population is pushing planners to consider a community hub, bigger library and more room for businesses.

By David Hill • 3 min read • Last month

Risk & Compliance

Second Auckland harbour crossing appears feasible, review finds

A second Waitematā crossing could still go ahead, though ministers have more work to do before choosing between a tunnel, bridge or other option.

By Phil Pennington • 2 min read • Last month

Emergency services

Steam train operator 'shocked and devastated' after death at station

Passengers were left traumatised after a person died at Te Awamutu station on Sunday evening, prompting a police investigation.

By RNZ Digital reporters • 2 min read • Last month

Emergency services

Person dies after 'tragic' train incident in Te Awamutu

Police are investigating after a person died at Te Awamutu railway station, prompting a review of the heritage rail incident.

By Mary Argue and Rachel Moore • 4 min read • Last month

Customer Experience

City Rail Link boosts Auckland rail patronage to seven-year high

Passenger numbers on Auckland's network have surged back to 2019 levels as the new City Rail Link draws riders back after years of disruption.

By Morning Report • 3 min read • Last month