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VTNZ Bribery Scandal Forces 322 Drivers to Retest

12/4/2025

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Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ) faces bribery allegations by officers, raising concerns about driver licensing integrity.
322 drivers must resit their tests due to bribes by VTNZ officers since 2023.
As of now, 220 drivers have been retested with a 58% pass rate.
VTNZ states public safety is top priority and cooperates with the Serious Fraud Office.
Transport Minister Chris Bishop expresses concern and calls for licensing integrity.

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Story summary

Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ) faces bribery allegations by officers, raising concerns about driver licensing integrity.
322 drivers must resit their tests due to bribes by VTNZ officers since 2023.
As of now, 220 drivers have been retested with a 58% pass rate.
VTNZ states public safety is top priority and cooperates with the Serious Fraud Office.
Transport Minister Chris Bishop expresses concern and calls for licensing integrity.