Speed limit hike on SH5 ‘reckless’, raises crash concerns
An independent study found the 80km/h limit prevented 34 crashes in a year.
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From 6400 cars a day to 150: The future of existing routes when $820m highway opens
The impending $820m highway opening has raised questions about two alternate routes.
Unbelievabull! Small towns rocked by confusing sign
The sign near Bulls incorrectly states SH1 is closed, diverting traffic early.
More than 280,000 bus cards to be phased out, no way to transfer credit
Roughly $140,000 is being stored on the cards in Hawke's Bay alone.
Which Rotorua roads' speed limits will rise
One local says one proposal could result in injuries – or deaths.
Main roads into Wellington closing for maintenance
NZTA is warning motorists in the capital they will need to start planning ahead.
SH1 reopens after truck crash ‘chaos’ forces motorists on 33km rural detour
'There’s hundreds of people trying to traverse Northland’s new state highway.'
SH27 Waharoa Rd to be closed for four weeks
The works are a part of the Government’s $2 billion investment.
Auckland motorway crash that caused gridlock on SH1 now cleared
According to Google Maps, northbound traffic had backed up almost 9km to Sylvia Park.
Luxon and Bishop make transport announcement in Wairarapa
PM Chris Luxon and Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced that a number of roads would see their speed limits returned to their previous. higher limits. Video / Mark Mitchell
Far North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wanted
News snippets from the Far North.
'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small town
Ohakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.
SH2 reopens after fatal crash forces closure
The crash involved two vehicles and occurred about 8.10am, with one death now confirmed.
Armed police block major Auckland highway lane to arrest man over alleged social media comments
Police said charges would be considered.
Congestion builds as Aucklanders flock to holiday hotspots
Traffic may worsen into the weekend, with rain predicted for much of the North Island.
Truck crash on Tauranga Eastern Link closes lane
A two-vehicle crash on SH2 near Pāpāmoa has closed one lane of the road.
$40,000 'Lucky angler' prize returns for Bay Bonanza fishing competition in Gisborne
About 120 boats and more than 500 anglers are expected for this year's event.
Major delays on Auckland’s Southern Motorway after multi-vehicle crash
Traffic is slow-moving from Ellerslie, more than 8km away from the accident.
Watch: Traffic tail 15km long as road works on SH2 bite, motorists fume
Chipseal works cause heavy traffic, delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.
Major North Island route closed for two months
Ground temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.
'A lot of roadworks and disruption': What you need to know about driving through Waikato this month
Slow road trips will await some this month.
'Rollercoaster year': Entrepreneurs share their highs and lows
New products and international expansion are on the cards for the two businesses.
Police officer nearly hit by truck after driver ignores road closure
One police officer was forced to jump out of the way.
The NZ region with the highest road death toll in 2024
Roads in this region claimed 192 lives from 2022 to 2024.
'All emergency services are en route': Injuries after crash on SH3 in King Country
One person is in moderate condition after the two-vehicle crash.
Letters: Common sense needed over use of police resources
OPINION: Police need to 'hunt where the ducks are'.
'Recipe for disaster': Kiwis urge American tourist to change itinerary
Dozens called her plan dangerous but two Americans said the advice was 'alarmist'.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in October 2024?
As the year draws to a close, the Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.
Minister reveals when officials will consider 110km/h speed limit on Transmission Gully
NZTA has taken over responsibility for completing the road after a court case was settled.
Traffic delays on SH2 in Hutt Valley after motorbike crash
The motorway has now reopened in both directions.
‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZ
Meanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.
Letters: Businesspeople better than career politicians
OPINION: 'We are becoming a nation much like the US – full of diatribe and hatred.'
Summer closures of Auckland roads and public transport tipped to cause major disruption
'We're working to keep Auckland moving,' says AT's Stacey van der Putten