Key Organizations
Entities involved in NZ traffic management regulation and oversight.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
NZTA acronym
New Zealand Transport Agency — Lead agency for state highway network and national transport standards.
Responsibilities:
- Defines TTM standards (NZGTTM, formerly CoPTTM)
- RCA for state highways
- Training and competency frameworks
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WorkSafe New Zealand
Workplace health and safety regulator.
Responsibilities:
- Enforces HSWA 2015
- Publishes good practice guidelines
- Investigates serious incidents
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Road Controlling Authorities (RCAs)
Local road network managers. Common examples:
| RCA | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Auckland Transport | Auckland local roads |
| Wellington City Council | Wellington local roads |
| Christchurch City Council | Christchurch local roads |
| Waka Kotahi | State highways nationally |
Each RCA has:
- Own CAR submission process
- Local operating procedures
- Specific requirements and fees
Find Your RCA
For local roads, contact the relevant territorial authority. For state highways, contact Waka Kotahi regional office.
Industry Bodies
| Organization | Role |
|---|---|
| CIHT NZ | Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation |
| Civil Contractors NZ | Industry association |