Auckland Harbour Bridge alert: Strong winds may force sudden closure
Powerful gusts of up to 90 km/h are expected to cause problems.
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Woman's compensation quest for pothole damage reaches Minister's office
She lost a hub cap and the car's wheel rim was bent.
'Horrendous': Residents' scathing verdict on state of roads
Council asks for patience while homeowners are upset over its poorly maintained roads.
Silver Stream 4WD accident leaves one dead
The road to the accident scene is blocked off as police inquiries continue. Video / Gregor Richardson
Let's Get Wellington Moving seeks golden mile car ban feedback
The plan would make the capital's CBD more pedestrian and bus friendly.
Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on Bay roading projects
Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.
Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on roading projects
Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.
In a shocking state: Motorists seek compo for damage incurred on state highways
Irate motorists want compensation after suffering vehicle damage on Northland roads.
'Expensive night out': Burnout driver in court after illegal stadium gathering
Dunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.
School holidays to start with snow, rain and wind across NZ
Severe weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.
Snowy start to school holidays expected
Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.
School mourns death of 'happy, positive' student in crash
Police were called to the crash at about 9.45am on Thursday.
Focus: Timaru car crash driver sentenced
Tyreese Fleming was sentenced in the Timaru District Court to two-and-a-half years prison, but 15-year-old Javarney's father Stephen Drummond says he is disappointed with the outcome. Video / George Heard
Focus: Picton crash - Three generations killed
The horrific crash just south of Picton on State Highway 1 and has sent shock waves through the Filipino community and the nation. NZ Herald's Adam Pearse reports. Video / George Heard
Government builds a third of promised median barriers
There are questions, following a crash, about why New Zealand has so few median barriers.
'Not fit for purpose': Waka Kotahi road safety team faces restructure
'We have lost clarity of how we add value, why we are here, what we exist for.'
Focus Morning Bulletin: 21 June, 2022
Support continues for first responders in wake of horror crash, why you could be subject to facial recognition at your local supermarket and it's a chilly start to the week as temperatures plummet in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: First look at Hamilton's new section of Waikato Expressway
The 22 kilometre expressway is near completion. Video / Mike Scott
Police confirm driver of van died in horror Picton crash
A friend of the family killed in a horror crash at Picton speaks about the tragedy.
John MacDonald: Picton crash - median barriers would make a world of difference
OPINION: What is the price of seven lives?
'Absolute carnage': Seven killed in family-trip tragedy were returning from funeral
Shaken locals reported hearing loud bangs and emergency services were called.
Focus Morning Bulletin: 20 June, 2022
Picton crash tragedy, BB guns send mall into lockdown and time to say goodbye to pre-departure Covid testing in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Local Focus: Tauranga byelection candidates talk traffic
It's an issue that affects everybody, but what solutions are the candidates proposing?
Why we should care about the future of the Auckland CBD
The Auckland CBD has become an eyesore - is there any way to salvage it?
Auckland traffic: Harbour Bridge lane blocked after crash, Greenlane queue 8km
Motorists using the Southern Motorway are being told to expect delays.
Gary Brown: Ideas aplenty to kickstart the city
OPINION: "Each quadrant - north, east, west, and south - can focus on its strengths."
Ted Johnston: A competent and effective council with a wise leader
OPINION: "Rules, statutes and regulations are my domain, and I will use them."
Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
With severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.
'Horrendous': Police target speeders amid fears of an 'accident waiting to happen'
Police warn enforcement action will be taken against drivers speeding through roadworks.
Queen's Birthday traffic: Delays after crashes on Auckland motorways
NZTA has predicted the likely traffic hot spots based on previous years' data.
Focus Morning Bulletin: 3 June, 2022
The Queen's Jubilee, Water Services Entities Bill, Auckland gang shootings, potential second Covid-19 wave and long weekend traffic. Video / NZ Herald
First section of Puhoi to Warkworth motorway open for motorists
Waka Kotahi is being cagey about a full opening date next year.