Advocacy Updates
See how NRC are fighting for the things that matter most to our industry.

Coroners findings relating to the use of Super Single Steer Tyres
On the 26th of August 2024 three people were killed when a truck fitted with super single steer tyres that

New business confidence signals opportunity for freight and transport sector
The latest Pulse of NZ Business survey from Forsyth Barr paints a picture that many in the road freight sector

Advocacy Update: National Road Carriers views on the Land Transport Revenue Amendment. Bill Part 1 Amendments relating to road tolling schemes.
The Land Transport Revenue Amendment Bill was introduced in December. In NRC's submission we take exception to two features of

Hydrogen powered trucks a focus for Toyota Sustainability Report
The role of hydrogen in the New Zealand transport and freight fleet was a focus as Toyota New Zealand launched

Environment Court grants consents for Northport expansion plan
The Environment Court has granted consents for Northport’s plans for expansion at Marsden Point, bringing to a conclusion more than

Overseas investors could provide an option for transport succession planning
From November 2025, overseas investors will be able to apply for residence by actively operating existing Kiwi businesses. There are

Sign up for NZTA weekly regional roadworks newsletter
NZTA has started weekly regional newsletters about roadworks on the state highway network to help you plan your travel.

NZTA interactive map shows state highway roadworks
This interactive map shows state highways NZTA is rebuilding or resealing over this summer and the next two years:

Immigration New Zealand Refugee Survey
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is inviting former refugees and their families to take part in the first-ever Refugee Survey online

Fixing the Funding Pipe – The Case for a Complete Transition to RUC
New Zealand’s road network is the lifeblood of our economy. Every day, freight operators, commuters, and communities rely on our

Road bridges must replace Takanini level crossings
NRC has called for detailed traffic modelling to support AT’s proposed replacement of railway level crossing in Takanini with road

OPINION: Business failures are leaving workers & contractors in the lurch – it’s time for change
In recent months, we’ve seen a troubling pattern emerge across New Zealand’s freight and logistics sector: business failures are increasingly

Driving towards a decarbonised future for New Zealand’s transport sector
Our sector plays a critical role in shaping New Zealand’s environmental future. With transport accounting for 17.5% of the nation’s

NRC Advocacy submission and consultation summary
The second quarter of 2024 has seen many submissions and consultations for the NRC team to work through. Local, District
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