New ZealandGisborne councillors to decide on Grey Street T-intersection changeCouncil may approve T-intersection; work to start in November if approved.04 Nov 03:57 AM
New ZealandNew roadside drug tests: Will they hurt more than help?Govt says we will have roadside drug testing by the end of the year.03 Nov 09:08 PM
New ZealandOne dead, two others seriously injured in early morning Palmerston North crashJohn F Kennedy Dr was closed for a period but has since reopened.31 Oct 05:32 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: John Key's Trump endorsement an unwelcome surpriseOPINION: 'What has happened to [Key's] logical thinking?'30 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We’re just all really, really broken': Family despair at loss of teen’s memorial signA whānau are heartbroken at the loss of a roadside memorial sign.29 Oct 02:49 AM
New ZealandGaza civilians trapped, freedom camping rules & record low road toll | NZ Herald News UpdateCan kiwi bank compete with Aussie banks?, 100,000 Trapped as Israeli Tanks Advance in North Gaza, Westland freedom camping changes, and NZ's lowest-ever Labor weekend road toll.Watch28 Oct 06:42 PM
CrimeOperation Flat Bush: Police operation aims to disrupt crime in Flat BushPolice have increased visibility in crime hotspots and conducted mandatory checks on frequently stolen vehicles during the surge in burglaries and vehicle crime in Flat Bush area.Watch28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandParents of Ramarama crash survivor Lapi Fanuasā, 21, reunite with sonEseta and Toilolo Fanuasā are now in New Zealand to be with their youngest son, one of six men who were in a horrific crash in Ramarama in August. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDriver sent 45 Snapchat messages before fatally ploughing into young man's ute'She should have seen the traffic ... what she did see for 14 seconds is her phone.'16 Oct 11:34 PM
New ZealandFour-hour Auckland motorway closure 'excessive' but 'difficult situation' for police – ex-mayorThe AA says the closure must have been 'extraordinarily frustrating' for motorists.14 Oct 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: The orange cone mentality holding NZ backOPINION: Health and safety rules are costing businesses hundreds of millions of dollars.11 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandBad vibrations: Raised crossing ripped out, levelled after shaking complaintsLocals say council spending on the project has been wasteful.10 Oct 04:02 PM
New ZealandCops assaulted during arrest of fleeing driverThe man was arrested after deliberately driving his vehicle into two police cars.09 Oct 04:08 AM
New Zealand'You will live with this tragedy': Father avoids jail over crash that killed his childrenThe tragedy happened when the family was going to see the snow for the first time.09 Oct 02:51 AM
New Zealand'No words can describe the pain': Marlborough crash victim mourned by family"Until we meet again, fly high, our beautiful boy."09 Oct 12:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig cuts coming to AT: 'Blame the Govt', says mayorThe Government cut $550 million from Auckland transport but the council has another plan.06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCar flips and crashes into side of Auckland central building, one in serious conditionOne person is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in central Auckland this afternoon. Video / NZ HeraldWatch06 Oct 04:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Driven to distraction – are speed limits the issue or lazy Kiwi drivers?OPINION: Don’t we have to just let people drive and allow accidents to be the lesson?01 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Sparks fly as motorist drives on rims down Auckland motorway'There's a reason why cars have four tyres', says AA spokesperson.01 Oct 02:07 AM
New Zealand'Waste of a life': Heartbroken mum's warnings after son's preventable deathSpeeding driver Raymond Tairua-Gray drowned after his unsafe car crashed into a creek.27 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandMotorists warned after man attempts to enter vehicle waiting at lightsA man attempted to enter a car on the Te Wharepu Road Off-Ramp, Rangiriri, on Monday.24 Sep 06:19 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: Will Simeon Brown's need for speed really help the economy?Opinion: Here's what the data says about speed limits, economic growth and road safety.23 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: We need to build our streets to supercharge walking and cyclingOPINION: We have only built for one mode of transport in Auckland for decades.23 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Plan Change 79 is about putting Aucklanders' safety firstOPINION: These changes are a critical way for the council to assist with driveway safety.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFatal accident closes SH6 overnight in WestlandThe injured driver of the other vehicle was airlifted to hospital.21 Sep 07:54 PM
New ZealandDrink-driver nabbed three times over the limit in early booze stingCanterbury police nab four drink drivers in an early-morning booze operation.21 Sep 01:30 AM
New ZealandDelays expected around Auckland Airport as new premium mall opensSome roads have been closed and the area may be busier than usual this weekend.21 Sep 12:39 AM
New ZealandIncreasing level of violence at illegal street racing eventsAn 'evil' criminal element and the 'sensationalism factor' contribute to violence: Police.20 Sep 10:24 PM
New ZealandGisborne road safety funding slashed by halfThe council is set to receive $554,000 for road safety, 56% less than requested funding.19 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 closed in north Waikato due to Northpower grid updatesThe work will be carried out on Saturday.19 Sep 03:26 AM
OpinionOpinion: Faster is not always better - why the case for higher speed limits is fatally flawedOPINION: Even a 5km/h increase in speed can double the risk of fatal crash in urban areas.19 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Footpath to nowhere' a recipe for disaster, says principalHora Hora principal Pat Newman said including a pathway was 'non-negotiable'.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Like a cyclist': Treat riders as vulnerable road users campaigner says“We are legally allowed on the road and should be able to do so safely.”17 Sep 11:39 PM
New ZealandInside the Westpac rescue helicopterInside the Westpac rescue helicopter with the NZ Herald. Video / George HeardWatch14 Sep 05:00 PM
