New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandStock car driver critically injured after smash at Whanganui speedwayA car crash at Oceanview Speedway led to a person being cut from a vehicle.26 Apr 10:24 AM
New ZealandMotorway disruption: Tristram Ave on-ramp closed after crash, driver criticalThe State Highway 1 accident was reported at 6.22pm by NZTA.26 Apr 07:14 AM
New Zealand'Deeply saddened': Passenger dies on ferry to WaihekeAbout 300 people, mostly cruise passengers, were waiting to board.25 Apr 09:47 PM
New ZealandNorthland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property lossThe Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.25 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandNapier-Taupō Rd speed limit returns to 100km/h after public supportThe 60% of submitters who wanted all of the Napier-Taupō Rd back to 100km/h will get it.24 Apr 04:13 AM
New ZealandSH1 reopened: Waikato crash critically injures oneThe person has been flown to Waikato Hospital. 24 Apr 04:05 AM
New ZealandFormer 'highest-risk road' reverts to 100km/h speed limitThe speed limit on SH2 will revert to 100km/h by July 1, 2025.23 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Fantastic news': Leaders welcome progress on Northland expresswayThe new road is likely to be tolled, according to Transport Minister Chris Bishop.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Now build it and watch Northland growOPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 accelerated roadworks hit halfway milestoneThe project was first announced in August.23 Apr 04:32 AM
PoliticsWatch: Transport Minister on new four-lane highway to WhangāreiThe Brynderwyn Hills section is expected to pass to the east of the current route. 22 Apr 11:04 PM
New ZealandWhy early eastbound off-ramp opening is a game-changer for PāpāmoaThe interchange will relieve pressure on existing routes and shorten travel times.22 Apr 01:32 AM
New ZealandOne dead, two seriously injured in Waikato crashEmergency services were called to the crash just after 4pm.21 Apr 06:06 AM
New ZealandOne dead, helicopters respond as two-car Easter crash closes SH3 in TaranakiEmergency services were notified of the crash at about 2.30pm. 21 Apr 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Solution needed': SH1 opens at Brynderwyns but long-term fix still neededCyclone Tam caused a slip on SH1 near the Brynderwyns, prompting calls for permanent fix.20 Apr 10:17 PM
New ZealandSigns of disagreement: Hundertwasser centre seeks better highway advertisingThe Hundertwasser Art Centre is not easy to find, with no signs on SH1 directing tourists.18 Apr 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: NZTA's outdated e-scooter regulations need a serious overhaulOPINION: Thousands of e-scooters on NZ roads are illegal due to outdated NZTA rules. 18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZA potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.18 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandOne dead in Northland crash; part of SH12 closedThe sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.18 Apr 03:12 AM
New Zealand'Amazing experience': Man tows stricken crane truck driver away from 10-metre drop The truck had been repairing a downed power line during the storm.17 Apr 09:09 PM
New ZealandTraffic delays ahead: SH35 down to one lane for six monthsSH35 between Ōpōtiki and Te Kaha will be one lane from April 28.17 Apr 02:28 AM
New ZealandCyclone Tam: What Aucklanders need to know as storm hitsAuckland Emergency Management has called in extra staff.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail fined $63,000 for safety breach that endangered 90 passengersRail operator penalised after a train ran a red signal on June 17, 2023.15 Apr 05:35 AM
New Zealand'Hallelujah': Driving instructors react to proposed licence changesPractical licence set to be scrapped described as 'a joke' and 'not good'.14 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsDriver licence changes: Govt proposes to scrap second practical test, reduce eyesight testsThe changes are open for consultation from tomorrow.13 Apr 06:07 AM
New Zealand'Palpable frustration': Major sewer works disrupt state highwayThe $5.2 million project in Lower Hutt is expected to be completed in two weeks.11 Apr 04:06 AM
Travel newsEaster, school holiday pinch expected at Auckland Airport, city trains off rails for 2 weeksTravelling by plane, train or automobile in Auckland these holidays? Plan ahead. 11 Apr 03:22 AM
New ZealandResealing on Waikato Expressway at Cambridge requires 24-hour lane closureMotorists can expect delays of up to 30 minutes at peak travel times.09 Apr 01:08 AM
New ZealandPolice lay charges over three fatal summer crashesTwo women, aged 70 and 47, are charged alongside a 20-year-old man.08 Apr 05:14 AM
New ZealandFreight train, rail maintenance truck collision sparks investigationsStaff managed to jump out of the truck before the collision.07 Apr 11:07 PM
New ZealandLocals take NZTA median barriers fight to ParliamentRochelle Zajko's petition calls for barrier gaps and safe turning bays.07 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland hit by power outages and potential flooding amid heavy rainRainfall hit 108mm at Ahipara in 12 hours overnight.04 Apr 01:35 AM
New ZealandLower Hutt RiverLink highway project cost balloons to $1.5bWork will start this year and take six years, affecting 40,000 drivers daily.04 Apr 12:15 AM
