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One dead after car crash in Gibbston Valley
A two-car crash has killed one person and left another in a serious conditition.
Firm fined after truck crash revealed false logbook entries
Truck driver entered rest break in log book hours before he was due to arrive at it.
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
Five of the seven injured in Hastings crash were children
A 12-year-old remains in a critical condition at Starship Hospital after a Hastings crash.
Death of man whose body wasn't found for nearly a year remains unexplained
Joel Linwood died after fleeing police following a crash in 2021.
'I was dead scared': 82-year old reunites with street-wise dog after it flees crash scene
'I couldn’t lose her': Social media post helps 82-year-old find 'best friend'.
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.
Man in court on multiple charges after six pedestrians injured in car collision
A 22-year-old man will appear in court today.
Road closed: One dead in crash near Tauranga
Emergency services were called to the scene about 5.35am.
Six people injured, one arrested after pedestrians hit by car in East Auckland
The road is closed and enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.
One person killed in a quad-bike accident last night in Timaru
Emergency services were called to the fatal scene at 11.40pm.
One dead after Masterton tractor and motorcycle crash
The Manawatū rescue helicopter transported one person to hospital.
Drunk, drugged driver fails in appeal after clocking 150km/h before injuring woman in crash
Winiata was jailed after the crash but appealed his sentence, claiming it was too harsh.
Meth cook drove while high, killing two people and injuring three
Now, his victims have to wait four months to see him sentenced, outraging the prosecutor.
Timaru crash: Emergency services rush to the scene
Emergency services were called to the scene just after 1pm.
Truck crash near Pākaraka
One person was taken to Whanganui Hospital in a moderate condition.
Watch: Driver walks away after sickening speedway collision
The crowd cheered as the driver climbed from the car uninjured.
Two critically injured following Christchurch motorbike crash
The two people were hospitalised following the crash on Saturday.
'Little fighter': Dad says Sapphire Wakefield making small improvements as she turns 6 in hospital
Schoolgirl hit by a driver who may have been on the phone is "showing signs of healing".
Man hit by car while ‘lying in road’ in Auckland’s Pakuranga
The crash happened just before 2.30am.
Morrinsville man named as SH1 fatal crash victim
The man was initially taken to hospital in a critical condition but has since died.
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.
Car dangling over train tracks suspends Auckland Western Line trains
Auckland Transport says scheduled buses are accepting Hop cards and train tickets.
Speed limit cuts could relieve 'absolute pandemonium'
“This is a pretty hot topic for a lot of people and a lot of other councils."
Horror injuries won't keep police officer away
Auckland police officer recalls horror injuries while laying road spikes. Video / NZ Police
Cop's gruelling recovery after near-fatal hit-and-run by reality TV contestant
Paramedic had to insert her finger in cop's chest to stop his lungs collapsing.
SH2 reopens near Wairoa after slip claims life during bad weather
One person died and another was seriously injured after crashing into the slip.
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