Road Rights Need Responsibilities: Cyclists, E-Scooters and the Bus Driver’s Dilemma
October 17, 2026Industry & Current Affairs
Safety rules must remain enforceable, but riders, road designers and bus operators also need clear responsibilities. A driver-focused examination of narrow-road conflicts…
New Zealand’s Bus Give-Way Rule: Why a Few Seconds at Every Stop Matter
October 10, 2026Industry & Current Affairs,Trade news
From 1 October 2026, road users must give way to buses leaving stops on roads at 60 km/h or below. From a bus driver’s perspective…
SAME LICENCE, BIGGER PAYCHEQUE: WHY NZ DRIVERS LOOK ACROSS THE TASMAN
October 1, 2026Industry & Current Affairs
For experienced New Zealand bus and truck drivers, Australia can offer more than a higher headline wage. Weekend penalties, overtime, public-holiday rates and a larger…
After Electrification Comes Automation: What Happens to Bus Drivers?
October 1, 2026Industry & Current Affairs
Auckland’s bus fleet is rapidly electrifying, but the bigger change may come next: automation. Rather than simply eliminating bus drivers, autonomous technology could transform the…
Reaching for a Bus Steering Wheel Is Not a Joke
October 1, 2026Sudden social event
A recent Glenfield bus incident shows how quickly a passenger’s attempt to interfere with the steering wheel can become a serious public-safety threat. We look…
What High Diesel Prices Mean for New Zealand’s Bus Industry
September 27, 2026Industry & Current Affairs
Rising diesel prices do more than increase the cost of filling a bus. They can put pressure on operators’ cash flow, public transport contracts, service…
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