New Zealand‘Is my arm even on my body still?’: Young motorcyclist’s frightening realisation after crashTeen colleague was among first on scene as volunteer fireman, sharing jokes with hurt pal.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOld cars, bad drivers and roads that need fixing - Bruce Cotterill’s near-missOPINION: We need to build roads fit for purpose - they aren't wide enough.19 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandDelays for SH1 South Waikato as road widened for median barriersWorks in two areas south of Ātiamuri will see delays on SH1.18 Jan 09:41 PM
New ZealandRoadworks to close Taupō to Tūrangi route for five daysDaytime closures and stop/go management will be in place along SH1 from Taupō to Tūrangi.17 Jan 01:00 AM
Freight and logistics$1000/year to drive your EV: Road user charges for electric vehicles from AprilThe other shoe has dropped. How it will work.16 Jan 02:31 AM
New ZealandCastle Hill crash: One dead after two-car collision in CanterburyPolice were called to the crash in West Coast Road shortly before 5pm on Sunday.14 Jan 10:08 PM
New ZealandPeople injured following serious crash in Castle Hill, CanterburyPolice were notified of a crash on West Coast Rd shortly before 5pm.14 Jan 05:04 AM
New ZealandState Highway 1 re-opens after serious Waikato crashThree people were taken to hospital, two in a serious condition.14 Jan 01:38 AM
New ZealandAuckland highway reopens following serious crashPolice believe two people have been seriously hurt.14 Jan 12:48 AM
New ZealandRoad worker critically injured after being hit by car driven 'at speed'Man charged after worker struck, nearby staff assaulted and threatened.12 Jan 12:47 AM
New ZealandUp to 90 minutes added to travel times on Ruapehu highwayUpcoming Ruapehu District roadworks could see 90 minutes added to travel times.11 Jan 10:34 PM
New ZealandWork to recommence on Ngāruawāhia section of Waikato ExpresswayOvernight closures in Taupiri and Horotiu begin on January 14.11 Jan 10:25 PM
New ZealandKiller stretch of road: Six dead in under a year prompts urgent safety workThe 11km stretch of SH1 needs overhaul, NZTA Waka Kotahi says.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious injuries in SH2 crashPolice say 'up to three' vehicles were involved.10 Jan 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBest of Premium 2023: State highway pothole plague - the regions with the most revealedPothole plague: The quality of roading is 'leaving a lot to be desired'.09 Jan 08:28 PM
New ZealandSecond crash on Canterbury road after double-fatal accidentIt is the same stretch of road where two people died yesterday.09 Jan 03:04 AM
New ZealandRoadworks start on SH3 in TurakinaMajor work is also being done on State Highway 4 in Ruapehu.08 Jan 11:59 PM
New ZealandFatal crash closes SH4 between Whanganui and RaetihiThe crash involved a single motorcycle.08 Jan 01:23 AM
New ZealandFires along railway line in Kirwee, Canterbury now containedThere are no longer houses under immediate threat, Fenz says.07 Jan 05:12 AM
New ZealandQuestions around commercial viability could jeopardise future of Napier-Wairoa rail lineThe line was damaged in Cyclone Gabrielle, so is it worth rebuilding?04 Jan 09:46 PM
New ZealandThe upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck tripThe extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.03 Jan 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Simply unacceptable': Nine dead on Rotorua roads in 2023Someone is killed on Bay of Plenty roads about every 10 days.02 Jan 11:48 PM
New ZealandWorks necessitate two-week closure of Ruapehu state highway section'We’ve got our fingers crossed that we get good weather.'02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHighway or the byway - Wairoa waits with hopeQuestions about when the first big job on Napier-Wairoa road will start.30 Dec 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialA call for responsible driving and water safetyOpinion: A plea for mindful driving and water safety this summer.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDelays expected after crash on SH1The crash was north of Kauri, near Salesyards Rd.28 Dec 08:51 PM
KahuUp to 30,000 expected at Gisborne music festvalRhythm and Vines-goers urged to take care over cyclone-damaged roads.28 Dec 06:05 PM
New ZealandRoad works on Forgotten World Highway to continue next yearThe entire highway is on track to be sealed by the end of 2024.28 Dec 01:22 AM
New ZealandTraffic backed up before Harbour Bridge, speed limits reduced, kilometres of queues on SH1Holidaymakers are being warned roads will be clogged in the afternoon.27 Dec 02:07 AM
New ZealandSH5 reopened after crash near RotoruaA single vehicle collided with a power pole and lines came down across the road.25 Dec 12:11 AM
New ZealandPolice close Levin road as emergency incident unfolds, person seriously injured in ‘altercation’Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area.24 Dec 05:04 AM
New ZealandTwo-vehicle Auckland crash in Waterview backs up traffic along Great North RdA witness said traffic is backed up in both directions.24 Dec 02:44 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in January 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.23 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandNZ’s worst road toll was 50 years ago, but tragedies still haunt our highwaysSafety on the roads has come a long way since 1973, but police are desperate we do better.22 Dec 05:00 PM
