New ZealandTyre-wrecking pothole on Southern Motorway leaves gaping hole in wheel, punctures anotherA section of Auckland's Southern Motorway was down to one lane while crews repaired it.30 Jul 01:21 AM
New ZealandCommuters face delays after fatal crash, road issues block two Auckland motorwaysThe vital route to Auckland's Airport has been blocked by a crash. 29 Jul 07:29 PM
New Zealand'Significant risk': NZTA calls for East Coast animal owners to address wandering stockNZTA called on farmers to help prevent stock animals from becoming a “road statistic".29 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Why don't we have a Question Time for the public to press our politicians?22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandVeteran drag racer died in 250km/h crash after parachute issue, coroner finds22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for witnesses after deadly SH1 crash near TaupōOfficers want to speak with anyone who saw the accident on the straight stretch of road.18 Jul 11:25 PM
New Zealand'Everyone's anxious about it': Slip adds uncertainty to Brynderwyns projectAnother Brynderwyns slip has spiked concern about the prolonged impact on businesses.18 Jul 05:05 PM
New ZealandUnderslip reduces highway to one lane in BoPThe slip worsened after heavy rain this month.18 Jul 12:51 AM
New ZealandHow new speed limits are making Hastings schools saferThe changes are part of Hastings' early rollout of lower speed limits.16 Jul 03:49 AM
New ZealandOne month of new $824m highway: No crashes, no potholes, no complaints'The new highway has changed every aspect of our lives.'15 Jul 08:54 PM
New ZealandNorth Island braces for 'quite intense' thunderstorms, harbour bridge under wind warningAuckland faces isolated gusts up to 100km/h in exposed areas.15 Jul 02:30 AM
AucklandGusty day ahead: 90km/h winds may close lanes on Auckland Harbour BridgeWinds on the bridge could reach 75-80km/h between 11am and 7pm.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge lanes may close as 90km/h gusts hit cityWinds on the bridge could reach 75-80km/h between 11am and 7pm.14 Jul 06:50 AM
New ZealandMurder victim's eerie message played in courtThe audio comes from a phone call to her bank, made on the evening of 23 January 2024.14 Jul 06:25 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGisborne's Grey St protests ongoing one year on as review loomsA review of the effects of changes on the street is due in October, before any decisions.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Significant delays': Serious crash closes SH3 south of Te KuitiPolice reported the two-vehicle crash around 11.30am today.11 Jul 01:01 AM
New ZealandTruck driver dies in BoP crashOtara Rd is closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the area.09 Jul 09:01 PM
New ZealandCar towing caravan crashes on Auckland motorway, delays ahead of rush hourThe vehicles have now been moved but delays are expected ahead of rush hour.09 Jul 03:57 AM
New ZealandRoad funding shifts: NZ explores tolls for new infrastructureA new $830 million toll road will open in 2026, connecting to Whangaparāoa.09 Jul 12:04 AM
New Zealand‘Flying’ through the air: Grandfather's call for safer crossings after crashKara Shortland was seriously injured in Raumanga near the Ōtaika Shopping Centre in March.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There's still a lot to do': Road safety concerns despite $47m upgradesThe road rebuild in Northland cost $47 million over nine months.06 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandFarmers face new court setback in $365m bypass disputeThe Transport Agency wants to acquire 11ha of the Pascoes' cattle farm compulsorily.03 Jul 11:22 PM
New ZealandNZ no longer in a state of 'peak tractor'New tractor registrations fell 17% to 1925, the lowest since mid-2001.02 Jul 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Do politicians know how bad our rural roads are?OPINION: Seymour is a little fish in this big ocean, who knows how to swim with the tide.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Auckland'Really good thing': PM backs 110km/h speed limit for Pūhoi motorwayMore than 7900 submissions supported the new speed limit, with 94% in favour.29 Jun 10:34 PM
RacingBeetlegeuse triumphs at Ruakākā, tribute to Schick family tragedyBeetlegeuse wore 10-year-old Jimmy Schick's favourite cap during the race.29 Jun 04:59 PM
New Zealand'Substantial' damage: Flood recovery efforts ramp up in Nelson-TasmanResidents are urged to remain cautious after weekend flooding in Nelson-Tasman.29 Jun 04:12 AM
New ZealandRoads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstormsSevere weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough. 27 Jun 08:24 AM