It's the right thing to do: Government commits to rollout of speed camera warning signs
The Government is installing warning signs at speed cameras including those in Northland.
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He claimed his 10 min to consider a blood test was interrupted by the officer next to him.
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AT is looking at way to reduce traffic management costs.
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Transport Minister coming for NZTA's ‘out of control’ road cone use
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Fatal Wānaka crash: Cyclist was a tourist travelling on wrong side of the road, not wearing a helmet
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Letters: Leave Western Springs Stadium untouched; higher speeds don't defeat traffic
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Police crash investigator retires after 43 years
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Seven new roads, which are being fast-tracked, may be tolled to help pay for them.
Median barriers: Residents protest on SH2
SH2 residents are protesting after NZTA's decision to resume works for median barriers.
Residents, businesses clash with council over ‘cycle friendly’ street trial
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Road rage crash: Innocent motorist killed was much-loved family man
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Letters: Live animal exports cruel; USA not okay based on debate
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Innocent motorist dies after being hit by one of two apparently feuding drivers
A 49yo was killed when one of two vehicles speeding and overtaking each other hit his car.
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Caught on camera: Auckland Transport driver runs red light
Auckland Transport says it is disappointed by the driving seen in the video.
Overnight closures on SH1 at Ngāruawāhia return for two weeks
NZTA said the closures were necessary due to remedial and safety improvements.
Concerns proposed 110km/h speed limits not suited to Northland
Road safety advocates say government speed limit plan won't work for Northland roads.
One dead, one critical after car fleeing police in high-speed tree smash
Several investigations underway after the car sped away from police and crashed.
Letters: 'A' for effort on education; minister wrong about speed limits
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Residents chose a design that improves safety at the main road and Solander St junction.