Resources & manuals

• Reference: 515
• ISBN: 978-0-478-40724-2
• Author: DJ Wilson University of Auckland

This research project, which was undertaken between 2003 and 2006, aimed to improve the understanding of the effect that environmental factors (eg rainfall and detritus) have on the variation of measured skid resistance, both in the short and longer term. Phase 1 of the research was a field study of seven sites in the Auckland and Northland regions over 2.5+ years, with regular skid resistance...

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency's (NZTA) factsheets provide information on transport safety, standards and processes.

All our factsheets are available on this web site and can be printed directly from the site.

Many of our factsheets are also available from the NZTA's agents and regional offices in a...

• Reference: 522
• ISBN: 978-0-478-40737-2
• Author: T Denne, R Irvine, A Schiff and C Sweetman - Covec Ltd

This report develops an indicator framework for measuring the contribution of land transport to the aggregate wellbeing of New Zealanders. The starting point is viewing transport as an input into the generation of wellbeing, reflecting the role of transport as a technology that enables human interaction, trade and other activities. Transport improves wellbeing if it better facilitates these...

• ISBN: ISSN 0-478-28963-4
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

Help a friend or relative stay mobile - safely. This booklet highlights some ways you can help the older driver in your life to stay mobile safely.

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

A whānau and caregivers guide to safer journeys for children.

• ISBN: 978-0-478-38010-1 (print), 978-0-478-38009-5 (PDF)
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

If you currently use a mobility scooter or power chair or are considering using one in the future - this booklet is for you.

• Version: 2nd ed.
• ISBN: ISBN 978-0-478-38016-3 (print) ISBN 978-0-478-38015-6 (PDF)
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This guide provides information on the driver licence renewal process and tips to help you keep moving. It also contains guidelines for assessing your own driving ability and resources to help you plan ahead in case you need to give up driving for any reason.

This publication has been updated to reflect the two changes to the give way rules that came into effect on 25 March...

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This is an information sheet for parents/caregivers of young drivers. It provides information on the free tools available to help them stay involved in their teen's driving.

• Version: 6
• ISBN: 978-0-478-35242-9
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

These guidelines address cyclist training skills to prepare trainees to cycle confidently on the road. The guidelines have been developed to cater for a range of trainees and suit both school and adult training environments. The guidelines are based on a number of outcomes to ensure that demonstrated ability is achieved at each grade.

This publication has been updated to reflect...

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This is a guide for parents/caregivers and teachers to advise them on the correct installation of child restraints.

It is available in six versions: English, Māori, Samoan, Tongan, Korean and Chinese.

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This is a guide for people who are considering becoming a child restraint technician.

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This publication contains helpful information for older drivers who want to renew their driver licence. It explains the renewal process and medical requirements and gives advice on preparing for any On Road Safety Test which may be required.

• ISBN: 978-0-478-36431-6
• Author: Abley Transportation Engineers, Living Streets Aotearoa

The purpose of this guide is to provide an easy-to-read, step-by-step set of instructions on the procedure for undertaking a CSR. This guide also includes instructions that explain the results and outputs from a CSR.

• ISBN: 978-0-478-30917-1
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

Guidelines for making a school travel plan.

• ISBN: ISBN 978-0-478-36441-5 (1-8) ISBN 978-0-478-36443-9 (9-13)
• Author: New Zealand Police, NZ Transport Agency

Motorists need to be extra careful when passing a stationary school bus where children are getting on or off. Always reduce your driving speed to 20km/h when passing the bus and keep an eye out for children who are walking to catch the bus, or leaving it.

• ISBN: ISBN: 978-0-478-35261-0
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

Road safety tips for parents and caregivers of children under five.

• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This booklet is for community groups or local government staff working on transport problems in rural areas and small towns. It describes a process for identifying the cause of the problem, finding partners and selecting a solution. Solutions range from reducing or removing the need to travel by bringing services/goods into the community or using technology, making use of vehicles already in the...

• Also known as: Factsheet 26
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

This factsheet outlines the requirements for, and operation of, kea crossings addressed primarily at the the school community - board, teachers and parents.

• ISBN: 978-0-478-33492-0 (print) 978-0-478-33491-3 (online)
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

The whānau and caregivers guide on Feet First Walk to School Every Week is a booklet that encourages students, whānau and caregivers to make the journey to school on foot for at least once a week, every week.

The booklet discusses the benefits for parents and children of walking to school and looks at practical ways they can make it happen.

Students are...

• Version: 1
• ISBN: 978-0-478-33419-7 (print); 978-0-478-33439-5 (online)
• Author: NZ Transport Agency

A practical guide to assist the decision-making process in planning for community prgrammes.

Note: The Demand Management Community Programmes Activity class is currently under review, new guidance will be available in early in 2010.