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flag New Zealand police probe into testing officers forces 322 to re-take driving tests, raising licensing system concerns.

flag A New Zealand Police investigation into misconduct by five VTNZ driver testing officers has led to 322 people needing to re-take their driving tests, sparking concerns about the integrity of the licensing system. flag The Driving Change Network criticized the current duopoly, calling for public tendering of licensing services to boost competition, accountability, and equity. flag The group also urged government funding for mandatory driver education, especially in rural and high-needs areas, and condemned proposed changes like extending licence renewal periods and lowering demerit point thresholds, arguing they fail to address long wait times and systemic barriers.

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