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Lane on SH1 near Dome Valley closed after crash
Waka Kotahi is asking motorists to delay their journey and use alternative routes.

Car crashed into power pole in East Auckland
Police were made aware of a single-car crash on Pah Road.

Local Focus: Cyclists invisible in truck blindzones
"Pretty eye-opening to be honest" for hidden cyclists. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Tim Shadbolt to keep mayoral car despite suspended licence
NZTA confirmed this week his licence had been suspended following days of speculation.

Hamilton bypass on track for completion this year, no decision on 110km/h limit
Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate says the bypass will unlock economic activity.

Onehunga low-traffic trial ended early due to vandalism 'putting the public at risk'
Vandalism and the use of forklifts to illegally move traffic barriers led to trial halt.

One dead after cyclist and truck crash in Auckland
Emergency teams have rushed to the crash in Parnell and closed off a lane.

Residents vandalise controversial traffic boxes, use forklift to shift them
Controversial Auckland road safety trial faces more challenges from disgruntled residents.

$10b+ to move Ports of Auckland better spent elsewhere: Phil Goff
Auckland Mayor says it's not a question of if the Ports should be moved, but where.

Person in a critical condition after multiple vehicle crash in Auckland
Diversions will be in place via Ararimu Valley Road and Deacon Road.

Wellington's Terrace Tunnel reopens after three car crash
Three cars were involved in the crash.

Jon Addison: Trains of the future - here is the vision
Opinion; What could New Zealand's rail network look like in 2031? This.

Simon Wilson: The traffic dispute that's divided a suburb
Locals are furious and upset about traffic changes in Onehunga but is there a good answer?

Let's Get Wellington Moving: Consultation on proposed changes to Thorndon Quay and Hutt Rd
Wellingtonians can have their say on the proposal until June 8.

Ruapehu's bridge problem: The hunt for a solution
A railway crossing, a subsidy or borrowing - fragile bridges to be replaced.

Napier-Taupō Rd speed review: SH5 and 51 consultation extended
It's apologised for suggestion the average travel time would go up by less than a minute.

Auckland's transport woes 'need forward thinking'
Opinion: Three things to help make Auckland more productive, liveable and equitable.

Serious crash in Hamilton
Police and ambulance services arrived at the scene of a serious crash in Hamilton. Video / Belinda Feek

Lowdown on the slowdown: Auckland's 700 speed bumps after 'safety crisis'
'I know they're controversial but Auckland's road safety record has not been good.'

'Serious incident' blocks SH1 between Puhoi and Orewa
Traffic is being diverted southbound on SH1.

Queen St's $1.1m 'makeover' - no more 'plastic sticks'
Council's plan to replace pylons with wooden decking comes two weeks after legal threats.

Simon Wilson: Five myths about traffic and the climate
OPINION: Is driving really as convenient as we like to think?

Simon Wilson: Suburban streets are climate action streets
Putting an end to suburban rat running has benefits for communities and the climate.

Cycling is 10 times more important than electric cars
Active travel can help tackle the climate crisis earlier than electric vehicles.

One dead after South Auckland crash
A person who was critically injured in a crash in Papakura last night has died.

One person in a critical condition after a crash in South Auckland
One person has received critical injuries.

Simon Wilson: The transport plan that Auckland deserves
OPINION: How to get serious about lower transport emissions in Auckland.

Climate change: How lockdown helped lower NZ emissions
The emptying of roads amid lockdown put slight dent in greenhouse gas emissions last year.

Property owners take on Auckland Council over 'hideous' Queen St
Powerful incorporated society to legally argue Queen St changes have 'decimated' business.