Our Functions

Overview of the New Zealand Government Transport Sector -
Roles and Responsibilities


New Zealand Government Transport Sector (PDF v7.0, 44.6kb)


The Ministry of Transport
Policy advice, contract management, air services agreements, legislation and Vote Transport administration




Minister: Hon Steven Joyce
Hon Steven Joyce, Minister of Transport


New Zealand Police
Delivery of traffic safety and economic compliance outputs

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Civil Aviation Authority
Safety rules, licensing, standards enforcement and aviation security service

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Transport Accident Investigation Commission
Independent investigation of transport accidents

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Maritime New Zealand
Safety rules, licensing standards enforcement and marine environment protection

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NZ Transport Agency
Land transport rules, licensing standards enforcement, land transport funding