The activities we consult on
Projects and programmes
We undertake consultation for programmes and projects according to specific scope, process and consultation principles set out by the Land Transport Management Act 2003.
Land transport rules
We undertake consultation on behalf of the Minister of Transport for the making of land transport rules. The Minister has a statutory responsibility under the Land Transport Act 1998 to notify the intention to make the rule and to consult with interested groups on the proposed rule.
We go beyond the minimum statutory requirements by maintaining a database of interested groups and individuals and undertaking extensive consultation on each rule. Submissions received on draft rules are summarised and analysed and the rule redrafted to take into account the submissions received. If necessary, we undertake further consultation with key groups before submitting a proposed rule to government.
Policy consultation and communication
We consult and communicate with relevant organisations and individuals whenever we substantively develop, enhance or review policy. Appendix 3 of the Planning, programming and funding manual details this consultation and communication process.
What we're currently consulting on
- Christchurch Northern Arterial
We are seeking feedback on the options being considered for the Northern Arterial and improvements to a section of QEII Drive.
Submissions close on 17 September 2010.
Please note: Your submission will become publicly available information, so please indicate clearly if your comments are commercially sensitive or if there is some other reason they should not be disclosed. Any request for non-disclosure will be considered in terms of the Official Information Act 1982.
Recent consultation (now closed)
- Puhoi to Wellsford highway
Have your say on the principles for developing the new Puhoi to Wellsford highway. Submissions closed on 16 August 2010. - Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices Amendment [2010]
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA consulted over its Draft Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices Amendment [2010]. Submissions closed on 19 May 2010. - SuperGold Card review
The Ministry of Transport – in collaboration with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) - is undertaking a review of the SuperGold Card free off-peak travel scheme.
Submissions closed on 26 April 2010. - SH1 Western Belfast bypass
Proposed options for the bypass route. Submissions closed on 16 April 2010. - SH1 Russley Road/Memorial Avenue intersection improvements
Proposed design options for the intersection. Submissions closed on 26 March 2010.
- SH74 Northern Arterial and Queen Elizabeth II Drive four-laning
Community and environmental aspects of the proposed arterial road that extends the Christchurch Northern Motorway. Submissions closed on 19 March 2010. - Driver licensing and driver testing fees review
Submissions closed on 26 February 2010. - Omnibus Amendment 2009
Draft Land Transport Rule: Omnibus Amendment 2009 contains proposals to change requirements in a number of existing Land Transport Rules. Submissions closed on Friday 11 December 2009. - SH73 route security stratregic study
Managing route recurity from Springfield to Aickens. Submissions closed on 4 December 2009. - Tolling motorcycles on the Northern Gateway Toll Road
Your views on whether motorcyclists should pay a toll to use the Northern Gateway Toll Road, just like other motorists. Submissions closed on 27 November 2009. - SH1 Blenheim to Ashley River Bridge
State Highway 1 Blenheim to Ashley river bridge strategy consultation. Submissions closed on 27 November 2009. - SH6 route security strategic study
Managing route recurity - Buller Gorge to Haast Pass. Submissions closed on 27 November 2009. - Draft NZTA farebox recovery policy
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is consulting over its Draft NZTA Farebox Recovery Policy and Draft Fare Policy Decision-Making Guideline. Submissions closed on 30 November 2009. - Draft Road User Rule Amendment (No 2) 2009
Proposes a change to allow a driver to use a mobile phone, while driving, as a navigational aid or as an audio player, provided that the phone is secured in a mounting that is fixed to the vehicle and the driver manipulates the phone infrequently and briefly. Submissions closed on 28 October 2009. - Safer Journeys - a road safety strategy to 2020
The government wanted your views as part of the development of Safer Journeys, a road safety strategy to take New Zealand through to 2020. Submissions closed on 2 October 2009. - Traffic control devices manual part 3 - advertising signs
This draft volume is intended to help provide guidance and indicate best practice on the use of advertising signs to the transport industry, territorial authorities, practitioners, and private operators. In particular, it considers both the safety and environmental or urban design issues concerning territorial authorities or road controlling authorities when dealing with the effects of advertising signs. Submissions closed on 17 July 2009. - Traffic control devices manual part 2 - direction, service and general guidance signs
This draft volume is intended to help provide guidance and indicate best practice guidance on the use of traffic signs related to guiding road users around the road network. In particular, it builds upon the specifications for approved signs for use in New Zealand as set down in the Traffic control devices specifications. Submissions closed on 17 July 2009. - Draft Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Dimensions and Mass Amendment [(No 2) 2009]
This draft amendment Rule proposes Rule changes that will broaden the grounds on which a heavy motor vehicle can operate in terms of weight and, in some case, length. The amendment Rule would also introduce a third type of permit - the 'high-productivity' motor vehicle permit. Submissions closed on 24 July 2009. - SH58 Paremata Road safety improvements
The NZ Transport Agency is considering installing a raised median on SH58 east of Bayview/Seaview Roads and establishing a roundabout at Postgate Drive in order to make travelling in the Paremata Road area easier and safe. Submissions closed on 5 June 2009. - Draft Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods Amendment [2009]
This amendment makes changes to the requirements for the safe transport of dangerous goods on land in New Zealand. Submissions closed on 9 April 2009. - Draft Land Transport Rule: Tyres and Wheels Amendment [(No 2) 2009]
This amendment proposes changes to the Tyres and Wheels Rule. Submissions closed on 9 April 2009. - Waitaki River bridges replacement scheme
The NZTA invites public feedback on the proposed Waitaki River bridges replacement project. Submissions closed on 3 April 2009. - Russley Road (SH1) & Memorial Avenue intersection improvement investigation
Feedback is invited to help identify interim and long-term improvement options for the Russley Road (SH1) and Memorial Avenue intersection to address capacity and safety issues. Submissions closed on 27 February 2009. - Draft Land Transport Rule: Work Time and Logbooks Amendment [(No 2) 2009]
The draft Land Transport Rule: Work Time and Logbooks Amendment [(No 2) 2009] proposes changes to the way in which variations of work time requirements for drivers, operators and others with a responsibility to manage driving hours are dealt with in particular situations. Submissions closed on 27 February 2009. - Traffic control devices manual - General requirements for traffic signs
Guidelines being prepared for the new Manual for traffic control devices. The document is intended to help provide guidance and indicate best practice on the use of traffic signs to the transport industry and practitioners. Submissions closed on 20 February 2009. - Proposed amendment to VIN requirements in Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Standards Compliance 2002
In accordance with section 161(2) of the Land Transport Act 1998, the NZ Transport Agency, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, gives notice of the Minister's intention to make a Rule to amend Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Standards Compliance 2002 (Rule 35001/1) (the Rule). Submisisons closed on 12 February 2009. - SH1 Blenheim to Ashley River Bridge transport study
Feedback is invited to help identify route security, route reliability and safety issues that need to be managed to ensure an appropriate level of service for the next 30 years. Submissions closed on 23 January 2009. - Draft West Coast regional walking and cycling strategy
The West Coast Regional Transport Committee invites public feedback on the Draft walking and cycling strategy. Submissions closed on 19 December 2008. - Christchurch southern access transport study invited feedback on transport options south of Christchurch. Submissions closed on 24 October 2008.
- Draft Land Transport Rule: Land Transport (Road User) Amendment Rule [2009] proposes changes to the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 , which sets out requirements for the safe and efficient user of roads by road users – driver, riders, passengers, pedestrians and those leading or driving animals. Submissions closed on 16 October 2008.
- Draft New Zealand national minimum standard for urban buses aims to enhance the attractiveness of urban public transport vehicles in order to encourage increased usage, with a particular emphasis on improving accessibility. Submissions closed on 3 October 2008.
- Draft Land Transport Rule: Omnibus Amendment 2008 contains proposals to change requirements in a number of existing Land Transport Rules. Submissions closed on 16 September 2008.
- Draft Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Equipment (Noise) Amendment [2009] proposes changes to the noise testing requirements for vehicles. The Rule is aimed particularly at vehicles with modified exhausts that are not complying with the current noise requirements. Submissions closed on 17 September 2008.
- Draft Land Transport Rule: Steering Systems Amendment [2009] proposes to revise the requirements applying to the certification and use on New Zealand roads of left-hand drive vehicles and to ensure that the process is effective, is not open to abuse, and is free of unnecessary requirements and anomalies. Submissions closed on 21 August 2008.
- Draft Land Transport Rule: Traction Engines [2008] Rule 63001 specifies the requirements for certification of traction engines, and the qualifications engine drivers and steerers must hold.
- Draft Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Equipment (Immobilisers) Amendment [2008] Rule 32017/3 proposes legislation that would make immobilisers compulsory on new and used light passenger vehicles, imported into New Zealand, that are less than eight years old.
