The country's most stolen car - the Toyota Aqua - is now costing some as much as $3,000 a year to insure.

Motor Trade Association spokesperson, Larry Fallowfield, says in the past couple of years, they've also become the most registered used car here.

He says their lack of modern features means they're easier to steal - but owners can give them an upgrade.

"Insurance companies are saying - if you fit in an immobiliser, then obviously there's a change to what your premiums look like."

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The country's most stolen car - the Toyota Aqua - is now costing some as much as $3,000 a year to insure.
Motor Trade Association spokesperson, Larry Fallowfield, says in the past couple of years, they've also become the most registered used car here.
He says their lack of modern features means they're easier to steal - but owners can give them an upgrade.
"Insurance companies are saying - if you fit in an immobiliser, then obviously there's a change to what your premiums look like."
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Larry Fallowfield: Motor Trade Association spokesperson on the Toyota Aqua's insurance costs going up amid increased theft

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There's assurance scoping work on a second Auckland Harbour crossing is still under way, with plans expected mid-year.

Two Transport Agency reports have detailed defects in the 67 year-old bridge, and warn it's at risk of failure.

It says without long-term strengthening work, month-long lane closures, truck limits, and more wind-related restrictions are on the cards.

Chris Bishop says he won't be the Transport Minister who produces a pie-in-the sky idea that turns to custard.

He says they're taking an evidence led approach, engaging with the market, doing geotechnical assessments and extensive studies.

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There's assurance scoping work on a second Auckland Harbour crossing is still under way, with plans expected mid-year.
Two Transport Agency reports have detailed defects in the 67 year-old bridge, and warn it's at risk of failure.
It says without long-term strengthening work, month-long lane closures, truck limits, and more wind-related restrictions are on the cards.
Chris Bishop says he won't be the Transport Minister who produces a pie-in-the sky idea that turns to custard.
He says they're taking an evidence led approach, engaging with the market, doing geotechnical assessments and extensive studies.
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Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the progress being made on a second Auckland Harbour crossing

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A new poll has the coalition returning to power - despite a drop in support for the minor Government parties. 

The latest Taxpayers' Union Curia poll has National up slightly to 30 percent and Labour down to 31.9 percent.

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the minor parties have taken a hit, with ACT and NZ First looking less solid than they did in earlier polls. 

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A new poll has the coalition returning to power - despite a drop in support for the minor Government parties.&nbsp;
The latest Taxpayers' Union Curia poll has National up slightly to 30 percent and Labour down to 31.9 percent.
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the minor parties have taken a hit, with ACT and NZ First looking less solid than they did in earlier polls.&nbsp;
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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the coalition looking likely to lead according to new poll

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The Australian federal budget is set to be delivered tonight, and it's promising big changes.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the budget will feature 'more than the usual amount of savings and more than the usual amount of reform'.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this will appeal to younger voters, as concerns have been raised about intergenerational inequality and the housing market. 

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The Australian federal budget is set to be delivered tonight, and it's promising big changes.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the budget will feature 'more than the usual amount of savings and more than the usual amount of reform'.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this will appeal to younger voters, as concerns have been raised about intergenerational inequality and the housing market.&nbsp;
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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent ahead of the 2026 Australian federal budget being handed down

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Larry Fallowfield: Motor Trade Association spokesperson on the Toyota Aqua's insurance costs going up amid increased theft

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