The NZ Transport Agency invests in innovative and relevant research, which plays a critical role in contributing to the government's goals for land transport.
The summary below provides an overview of research we have commissioned relevant to public transport. Click on a topic to view the reports.
View the entire list of public transport related research projects [PDF, 226 KB]
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has completed an analysis of anonymised data for the Total Mobility scheme across 2019–2024. This analysis provides evidence-based insights into user trends and costs, informing future funding options to manage costs sustainably while maintaining the service within the public transport system
Austroads, comprising New Zealand and Australian transport agencies such as NZ Transport Agency, produces best-practice guidance, research and tools to promote efficient, reliable and safe mobility.
An Austroads log-in must be created to access resources, free of charge.
austroads.com.au(external link)
Human Transit is a professional blog maintained by public transport planner, Jarrett Walker, to cultivate a conversation about concepts, events and issues that impact how public transport works and what it can deliver for our communities.