ChristchurchChristchurch driver fined $600 for 'extremely loud exhaust'The 56-year-old man is also now facing a third drink-driving charge in court.06 Mar 03:08 AM
CrimeTraffic disrupted on Waikato state highway after human remains discoveredPolice were called about 10am after the remains were discovered.06 Mar 01:37 AM
New ZealandMayor says NZTA was warned before roadworks paralysed cityNZTA said it had 'no correspondence' from local authorities before work started.06 Mar 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Legacy wire median barriers must be urgently replacedOPINION: NZTA needs to push back on other work to help pay for them.05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: How asset recycling can help solve the infrastructure deficitA 2012 law forces taxpayers to buy Genesis shares to keep a 51% Crown stake.04 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandBikes on footpaths proposal draws mixed reactions'A lot of kids of that age that are already riding on the footpath.'03 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBuilding consents continue to rise as cost pressures easeLower interest rates and building costs have driven a pick-up in residential consents.03 Mar 02:35 AM
TalanoaHorror crash that killed trio was preventable if highway barriers up to standard, coroner findsThree men died in the crash and a survivor suffered lifechanging injuries. 02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSouthbound lane through Ngongotahā to close for six weeksThe southbound lane will be closed weekdays from March 9 for six weeks.02 Mar 12:07 AM
AucklandSerious crash causes citybound gridlock on Auckland's Northwestern MotorwayTwo of three eastbound lanes were closed after the Lincoln Rd on-ramp.01 Mar 12:01 AM
New ZealandLindis Pass reopens after single-car crash on State Highway 8One person suffered serious injuries and the Serious Crash Unit has been notified.27 Feb 11:27 PM
New Zealand'Profoundly unsafe': Cars stopping in passing lanes to turn right on Kaimai routeIt's one of several safety concerns locals and MPs want addressed on SH29.27 Feb 05:01 PM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after being hit by truck on Whangārei roadThe crash happened on Kamo Rd in Kensington about 9.35am today.26 Feb 02:42 AM
New ZealandDiesel spill and three-vehicle crash closes all SH1 northbound lanes at ŌrewaPolice say one person has been injured and drivers should expect long delays.22 Feb 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBarney Irvine: A new Waitematā Harbour crossing? Break the cycle of planning failure firstOPINION: NZTA is weighing bridge and tunnel options for the new crossing.22 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandPedestrian seriously injured after being hit by car at busy Nelson intersectionPolice have closed the main road and diversions are in place for motorists. 21 Feb 01:39 AM
ChristchurchSerious crash shuts key alpine route, drivers warned to expect long delaysState Highway 73 is closed in both directions at Arthur’s Pass.20 Feb 02:21 AM
New ZealandSewage blast from toilet leaves Wellington resident's home unliveableEd says raw sewage sprayed so high it reached his bathroom ceiling.19 Feb 11:57 PM
AucklandMore than 100 drivers fail compulsory retests after VTNZ bribery probeLicences for 61 drivers were downgraded after they skipped the resit deadline.18 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis says Mt Victoria tunnel ‘all go’ after Chris Bishop hints at delay or cancellationTransport Minister Chris Bishop hinted the tunnel may need to wait.18 Feb 02:23 AM
AucklandWayne Brown slams talk of $9 harbour bridge toll to fund new crossingThe mayor wants big calls on tolls made with Auckland, not in Wellington.18 Feb 01:43 AM
New ZealandWaioweka Gorge convoys resuming this afternoonThe full daily convoy schedule from 7am is expected to resume tomorrow.18 Feb 12:25 AM
AucklandPedestrian suffers serious injuries after hit by truck in South AucklandThe pedestrian was taken to Middlemore Hospital with serious injuries.18 Feb 12:09 AM
New Zealand‘They should lead by example’: Pensioner wins fight with NZTA over $2.60 tollBrett Jacobson was wrongly billed for his towed ute, then told he couldn't get a refund.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Peace of mind at last’: Community's homes get green light three years after cyclone'Thank you for your patience, your persistence and for staying the course.'17 Feb 02:13 AM
New ZealandWhy our ageing roads are so vulnerable to slips in extreme weatherDr Douglas Wilson says old, steep roads and wetter storms are driving more slips.17 Feb 01:55 AM
New Zealand'It's toast': Highway bridge wrecked, ute plunges into gap amid deadly floodsResident says 250-300mm of rain fell in eight hours and some farm crops are 'decimated'. 13 Feb 10:54 PM
ChristchurchOne dead after car crashes, rolls in North CanterburyThe crash happened near Waikari just after 6.30am, closing the road.13 Feb 12:06 AM
WellingtonTransmission Gully speed limit rising to 110km/h from MondayThe move comes after major fix-ups of the billion-dollar highway, which opened in 2022.11 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandSouthern Motorway to shut for 14 hours as bridge demolished for upgradeThe bridge rebuild is part of a wider SH1 upgrade due to finish in 2030.10 Feb 10:24 PM
New ZealandTruck testing centre to open in Napier around end of 2026The new truck testing centre will be operated by police near a busy Napier intersection. 09 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandDirt bike dangers raised as 3yo suffers facial injuries after father crashes in NorthlandThe boy’s father, 22, now faces child welfare and driving charges.09 Feb 07:34 AM
New ZealandCyclist seriously injured after a crash in Napier, cordons in placeThe cyclist has been airlifted to Wellington Hospital for treatment.08 Feb 09:02 PM
New ZealandZero alcohol for all: BoP instructors welcome shake-up to licence systemLearner drivers under 25 must spend 12 months on a learner licence from 2027.08 Feb 05:00 PM
