PremiumPremiumPoliticsLarge majority of Kiwis want slower speeds, despite Govt policy to raise themA survey by NZTA has found that Kiwis like the lower speeds the Government is changing.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Lives are at stake': Police, councils may lose access to NZTA camerasA mayor says she fears 'disastrous consequences' if access is revoked.13 Jul 04:08 AM
New ZealandAnother protest against SH2 barriers plannedRain or shine, SH2 residents north of Tauranga are ready to protest once again.11 Jul 07:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Hugely inappropriate': $110k trial gives Kāinga Ora tenants free use of e-bikesNZTA says a library of e-bikes and pushbikes is having 'significant positive impacts'.11 Jul 01:03 AM
New ZealandKey BOP-Waikato highway to close for maintenanceRoute between the two regions will close overnight on four consecutive days.10 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato Expressway update: Horotiu southbound on-ramp to close for several weeksThe closures would allow for resurfacing works to take place, NZTA said.08 Jul 02:00 AM
New Zealand'We need to pay': Seven new roads may be tolledSeven new roads, which are being fast-tracked, may be tolled to help pay for them.07 Jul 03:10 AM
New ZealandMedian barriers: Residents protest on SH2SH2 residents are protesting after NZTA's decision to resume works for median barriers.05 Jul 12:45 AM
New ZealandWaikato road deaths six times higher this month than in June 2023This time last year, Waikato's road death toll was one. Today, the toll reached six.27 Jun 05:37 AM
New ZealandHoliday traffic building as travellers leave Auckland for Matariki long weekendThere is life south of the Bombays, but it’ll take you twice as long to reach it.27 Jun 02:50 AM
New ZealandNew Waikato River bridge for Taupō brought forwardDetailed planning for a second Waikato River bridge in Taupō to get under way soon.26 Jun 03:04 AM
New Zealand'We’re sick to the eyeballs': Northland businesses angry with region's fragile infrastructureThursday's power cut was estimated to cost $60m in another blow to struggling businesses.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZTA issues warning to SH2 vandals after hearts, 'offensive' tags appearThe tagging, thought to be linked to recent protests, has been reported to police.20 Jun 05:50 AM
PoliticsSimeon Brown says proposed cuts for emergency road repairs 'challenging' for councilsNZTA is consulting on changes that will give councils less money for road repairs.19 Jun 06:45 AM
New ZealandOvernight closures on SH1 at Ngāruawāhia return for two weeksNZTA said the closures were necessary due to remedial and safety improvements.19 Jun 06:30 AM
New ZealandAlliances align for Ō2NL project'Signing alliance agreements ... sets the project up strongly to move forward.'19 Jun 01:39 AM
New ZealandTwo-hour journey possible: Traffic backed up on Auckland motorway after crashOne person seriously injured and another has moderate injuries, says St John.18 Jun 03:58 AM
New ZealandSH27 Matamata to close for three nightsThe testing is necessary ahead of road rehabilitation work.17 Jun 07:30 PM
New ZealandFar North's first fixed speed camera attackedThe speed camera has been vandalised just days before it was due to be switched on.17 Jun 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentFrench-owned HEB Construction profit leaps 62% from NZ operationsBusiness has road, rail, bridge, land, urban development and water projects throughout NZ.14 Jun 02:02 AM
New ZealandMassive tree root holds up traffic in CoromandelA fallen 20-tonne tree is behind ongoing hold ups on SH25 in the Coromandel.13 Jun 01:20 AM
PoliticsGovt seeking feedback on 120km/h speed limits as reductions reversedChanges will be made by next month.12 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne debates Ormond Rd safety amid heavy truck concernsNZTA is to consider Gisborne road funding in an upcoming review.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMusic to their ears: Truckies and motorists welcome pothole repair funding boostNorthland is getting a funding boost to deal with a scourge of potholes on state highways.11 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandPartial access restored on Thames Coast HighwayOne lane of SH25 north of Thames has reopened.10 Jun 08:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Gobsmacked': Nearly $1m spent on consultants to investigate long tunnelThe Minister of Transport says a further $550k could be needed to investigate the tunnel.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's impossible': Demand for driving licences skyrocketsResit fees were scrapped last October, but now people are struggling to book tests.10 Jun 01:03 AM
New ZealandMultiple fallen trees and slips closes SH25 north of ThamesThe road is closed on the western side of the Coromandel Pemninsula.09 Jun 08:05 PM
New ZealandProtecting life: Speed camera aims to reduce car crashes in the Far NorthA controversial speed camera is up and running in the Far North.09 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandSH20 lanes now open after slip and fallen tree forced closureA crash closed a nearby offramp later in the morning, causing further delays.08 Jun 09:17 PM
New Zealand$4b fund to fix 62,000 road potholes nationwideMore than $2 billion in funding will go towards fixing state highway potholes.06 Jun 02:31 AM
New ZealandConstruction starting on new commercial vehicle safety centreThe vehicle safety centre at Ōhakea aims to improve compliance and efficiency.06 Jun 02:17 AM
New ZealandCharges laid over death of roadworker killed while moving conesWorkSafe has charged Fulton Hogan under three sections of health and safety law.05 Jun 08:33 PM
New Zealand'We should be really worried': Gisborne to fight NZTA planNZTA may cut emergency event funding, raising local concerns.05 Jun 05:00 PM
