PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClosures on this state highway cost an estimated $8m in lost GDP every dayThe road between Gisborne and Ōpōtiki allows freight access to the primary sector economy.09 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment open to scrapping 12 cent fuel tax hike next year if conditions worsenThe Government has not yet decided whether to go through with the plan.09 Mar 04:16 AM
New ZealandWaikato Expressway reopens after smash near MercerOne person has serious injuries and three others were hurt.09 Mar 02:54 AM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Rural communities need a party to speak up for school bus concerns08 Mar 04:00 PM
Auckland71yo woman suffers 'excruciating' broken back after Auckland bus takes off too quicklyThe woman's movement is limited and a full recovery is expected to take 8-12 weeks.03 Mar 09:35 PM
New Zealand'Put lives at risk': Shuttle banned from Tongariro track over weather breachMore than 100 walkers were taken to the 20km track despite weather warning, DoC says.03 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandDuo biking around the world say NZ drivers are the most aggressiveThey spent 17 days cycling 1591km here and say they faced verbal abuse daily.02 Mar 08:02 PM
WellingtonHighway shut overnight after fatal single-vehicle crash at PaekākārikiPolice say the Serious Crash Unit has completed its scene examination.02 Mar 05:45 PM
New ZealandWoman trips and falls onto rail tracks, train makes emergency stop'While they were on the ground, the level crossing bells and barrier arms activated.'02 Mar 02:00 AM
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
New ZealandTwo dead in separate North Island highway crashesOne car plunged into a river, and the other fatality was in a three-vehicle crash.01 Mar 05:54 PM
New ZealandHelena Bay businesses shut as massive slip clean-up closes Russell Rd for monthsHelena Bay Gallery and Cafe will shut from Monday as slip work ramps up.01 Mar 03:00 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
WellingtonPerson hit by bus in central Wellington Willis St is blocked after a pedestrian was injured this morning.26 Feb 10:13 PM
AucklandStudent road patroller hit at crossing becomes 5th child run over on school run this monthThe latest child casualty was on morning duty when they were struck by a car.26 Feb 04:00 PM
AucklandAA congestion warning as March Madness delays bite earlyAverage trips on the Southern Motorway are tipped to rise by six minutes.26 Feb 04:00 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 ZealandFree trial, new provider: Rotorua parking shake-up gathers paceA free trial begins in a Rotorua CBD parking building as the council reshapes parking.25 Feb 09:57 PM
Christchurch'He’s a miracle': Boy escapes with bumps and bruises after being hit and trapped under carLittle Niko, 5, was scootering to school in Christchurch when he was hit by a car.25 Feb 12:41 AM
PoliticsChildren riding bikes on footpaths, motorists giving way to buses: Govt proposes new road rulesThe Government is seeking feedback on the proposed rule changes. 24 Feb 10:43 PM
New ZealandMorning car-train crash leaves two with serious injuries near New PlymouthPolice say two people from the crash have serious injuries.24 Feb 09:11 PM
Auckland'Too many cooks boiling the broth': Brown blasts AT as council plans roading takeoverCouncillors and Local Board members will take direct control of road decisions.24 Feb 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyOpened today: First stage of new 46ha $230m Whenuapai projectThe estate is near the fast-expanding Westgate in the city's northwest outskirts.23 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldKiwi woman, 27, injured after bus plunges 200m into Himalayan river, killing 19Police say nearly half of those onboard have died, with 25 still in hospital.23 Feb 06:09 PM
Auckland'Torn up:' Witness to e-bike crash says rider suddenly faceplanted onto road A nurse and two doctors stopped to help the bleeding man.23 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Army initiative to incorporate Māori cultural interests is to be commendedOPINION: The Army's Māori cultural move should not be not dismissed as "inappropriate".23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCars stack on top of each other in crash at busy Drury intersectionThe puzzling crash left two people with injuries. 23 Feb 04:04 AM
