Everything About Bus 18: New Lynn ↔ City, Practical Riding Tips Connecting New Lynn, the hub of West Auckland, directly to the City Centre in a straight line along Great North Road, Bus 18 is a key arterial bus route. Although it is a essential route heavily used by commuters, students, and shoppers alike, … Read more
Auckland Public Transport Guide: The Truth About Contactless Tag-Off & Bus Fare Zone Structure As an Auckland city bus driver, I frequently notice passengers paying with contactless credit cards or mobile wallets (like Apple Pay) hesitate or completely avoid tapping out (tagging off) when exiting the bus. When drivers remind passengers with a friendly “Please … Read more
First Steps in New Zealand: A Practical Guide and 4 Rules for Buying a Used Car This guide helps newcomers in New Zealand buy a used car. Learn why you should avoid big car loans, choose Japanese or Korean 5-door hatchbacks, and save on maintenance and WOF costs. Summary For anyone moving to New Zealand … Read more
Everything About NZ WoF: Easy Maintenance Tips & 2026 Rule Changes Big changes are coming to New Zealand’s WoF (Warrant of Fitness) rules in November 2026! Check out this easy guide from a former workshop owner on common fail items, higher fines, and simple tips to keep your car safe on Kiwi roads. [Quick Summary] … Read more
SuperGold Card, AT HOP Card Guide: How to Get Free Public Transport in Auckland Welcome to free public transport in Auckland! If you are a senior resident or a SuperGold Card and AT Hop holder, navigating Auckland’s transport network just got easier and free —see How to get free public transport in Auckland. The SuperGold … Read more
Why Do Aucklanders Still Use an AT HOP Card When Credit Cards Already Work? Auckland buses no longer accept cash fares. Whether you’re travelling by bus, train, or most ferry services, you’ll need to pay using either an AT HOP Card or a supported contactless payment method, such as a Visa or Mastercard, Apple Pay, … Read more