New ZealandSH1 over Far North's Mangamukas open again after latest slip clearedContractors have cleared the second of two slips that closed the road.02 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandNZTA defends oversight of powerful highway speed camera systemNZTA aims to establish governance groups for camera operations and strategy.30 Apr 04:50 AM
New ZealandSlip closes SH1 in Mangamuka – againSH1 has closed in the Far North as Northland hit by heavy rain.29 Apr 06:34 AM
New ZealandNorthland suffers flooding, slips and downed trees with more wet weather to comeA slip closed SH1's Mangamuka Gorge, recently reopened after two years.27 Apr 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Clark: How road pricing can fix Auckland’s traffic nightmareAuckland traffic congestion costs the economy $1.39 billion annually.24 Apr 07:34 AM
New ZealandNapier-Taupō Rd speed limit returns to 100km/h after public supportThe 60% of submitters who wanted all of the Napier-Taupō Rd back to 100km/h will get it.24 Apr 04:13 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Now build it and watch Northland growOPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpeed limit proposal dropped on Rotorua highway after community pushOther successful reversals to 100km/h include the journey to Whakatāne.23 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandSH1 accelerated roadworks hit halfway milestoneThe project was first announced in August.23 Apr 04:32 AM
PoliticsWatch: Transport Minister on new four-lane highway to WhangāreiThe Brynderwyn Hills section is expected to pass to the east of the current route. 22 Apr 11:04 PM
New ZealandOne dead, two seriously injured in Waikato crashEmergency services were called to the crash just after 4pm.21 Apr 06:06 AM
New ZealandOne dead, helicopters respond as two-car Easter crash closes SH3 in TaranakiEmergency services were notified of the crash at about 2.30pm. 21 Apr 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Solution needed': SH1 opens at Brynderwyns but long-term fix still neededCyclone Tam caused a slip on SH1 near the Brynderwyns, prompting calls for permanent fix.20 Apr 10:17 PM
CrimeBusiness owner's double life as city's most prolific tagger, 'Blume'He owned a company worth seven figures by day. By night, he caused over $1m in damage.20 Apr 07:00 AM
EditorialEditorial: NZTA's outdated e-scooter regulations need a serious overhaulOPINION: Thousands of e-scooters on NZ roads are illegal due to outdated NZTA rules. 18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZA potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.18 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandSH2 median barrier fight: Campaigners claim truck drove on wrong sideWire median barriers have removed right turns on SH2 between Waihī and Ōmokoroa.17 Apr 05:05 AM
New ZealandDriver frustration as Napier roadworks cause car damageRob Tranter faced delays after his van was damaged on Meeanee Rd.17 Apr 12:01 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail fined $63,000 for safety breach that endangered 90 passengersRail operator penalised after a train ran a red signal on June 17, 2023.15 Apr 05:35 AM
PoliticsDriver licence changes: Govt proposes to scrap second practical test, reduce eyesight testsThe changes are open for consultation from tomorrow.13 Apr 06:07 AM
Travel newsEaster, school holiday pinch expected at Auckland Airport, city trains off rails for 2 weeksTravelling by plane, train or automobile in Auckland these holidays? Plan ahead. 11 Apr 03:22 AM
New ZealandFreight train, rail maintenance truck collision sparks investigationsStaff managed to jump out of the truck before the collision.07 Apr 11:07 PM
New ZealandLocals take NZTA median barriers fight to ParliamentRochelle Zajko's petition calls for barrier gaps and safe turning bays.07 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandMultiple car crash causes delays on Auckland’s Southern Motorway“Pass with care and expect delays until cleared”.01 Apr 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Do not do it': Coroner's plea to drivers after three alcohol-related crash deathsSahil Prasad was driving home when he was struck by Jack Halliday, driving a work ute.31 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay couple fear neighbouring motorway extension could endanger homeA Hawke’s Bay couple say concrete safety features need to be considered.30 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrakes pumped on SH3 speed limit increase'The minister and NZTA have heard us.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFour more Northland highway speed limits to be reviewedNZTA consulting on lifting four more Far North highway speed limits19 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Great news’: Early ramp opening to ease Pāpāmoa trafficThe eastbound ramps at Pāpāmoa East Interchange may open in late 2025.17 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: ‘Extremely dangerous’ drivers cut across medians in 100km/h zone to avoid car fire'Auckland drivers are the worst in the world' was one assessment of the rule-breaking. 16 Mar 01:50 AM
New ZealandGisborne highway speed review a ‘relief’ and ‘fantastic news’NZTA will conduct speed reviews on roads with automatic reversals in Gisborne.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDesert Road reopens after closure cost freight industry $100,000 dailyThe Desert Road closure forced 800 trucks daily on to a 40-minute detour.13 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandTruck crash closes part of SH1 in Waikato, delays expectedEmergency services responded to the incident around 10am.12 Mar 10:32 PM
New ZealandCyclist injured in Coromandel crash, road closedThe crash involved a vehicle and a bicycle on Main Rd (State Highway 25).12 Mar 10:10 PM
