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Name suppression lapses for builder accused of causing 70yo woman's death

A manslaughter trial is slated for August.

Pedestrian seriously injured near Sylvia Park Mall, traffic gridlocked, warning to avoid area

The intersection of Mount Wellington Highway and Longford St is affected.

Dunedin man runs himself over in driveway

A man was found in the driveway suffering a moderate condition after an accident.

Police seek information following fatal Waikato crash

Information is sought on the driving of two vehicles prior to a fatal crash on Sunday.

'Final journey to heaven': Couple killed in tragic crash

Their daughter has shared a tribute on social media.

'Incredibly rare person': Queenstown crash victim was Royalburn Station's head butcher

Victim of a fatal car crash near Queenstown was a head butcher and 'master charcutier'.

Dunedin drink driver sent to jail over head-on collision

A father and son were trapped in the wreckage 'for a considerable amount of time'.

Checkpoints set up anywhere, anytime over summer

Colin Crawford from the Auckland Police Impairment Prevention Team and his team have established a checkpoint on Saleyards Rd Otahuhu. Video / NZ Herald

Sushi Gallery re-opens after car crashed through shop window

Sushi Gallery Kerikeri owners are relieved to re-open after repair work at their eatery.

Two critically injured in single-vehicle SH1 crash in Northland

The Serious Crash Unit has been notified.

Exclusive: Kiri Allan - why she's pleading not guilty to car crash charges

Former minister says a grey area around the right to consult a lawyer needs clearing up.

6yo hit-and-run victim discharged from hospital after miraculous recovery

Hit and run youngster John Major Taurua Mackay discharged after 3 weeks in hospital

Horror injuries won't keep police officer away

Auckland police officer recalls horror injuries while laying road spikes. Video / NZ Police

Video shows moment before BurgerFuel car crashes into people at Avondale Santa Parade

The classic car can be heard revving before it lurches forward and into the performers. Video / Supplied

Four-vehicle crash causes delays at Ngongotahā

Police were called about 8.15am.

Alaska landslide: 6 people identified as dead or missing

Authorities have identified those missing or killed in an Alaska landslide.

‘Crying in pain’: Woman hit by BurgerFuel car describes Santa parade mayhem

Witnesses said the car was revving its engine before it drove into the crowd.

One dead following crash in Kamo, Whangarei

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.