New ZealandTeen forced to take wheel in fatal crash after epileptic woman ignored warning not to driveRaeann Cook knew she should not be driving after suffering a seizure. 10 Mar 10:14 PM
New ZealandWhy vintage car lovers back new WOF proposalBOP Vintage Car Club says vintage cars rarely exceed 5000km annually.10 Mar 09:00 PM
PoliticsGovt after funds to build Northland ExpresswayThe road is estimated to be one of New Zealand's most expensive infrastructure projects.10 Mar 05:40 AM
New ZealandNews in brief: New public transport fare systemRotorua news snippets: Māori circus theatre, new bus fare system, new regional flights.06 Mar 03:50 PM
New Zealand'Now worse than ever': Locals outraged as new Bombay traffic lights cause long queuesNZTA says queues will improve as the software adapts and motorists adjust.28 Feb 06:41 AM
New Zealand‘Absolute moron’: E-scooter rider on motorway metres from high-speed trafficThe scooter travelled a short section on the motorway holding up vehicles unable to pass. 24 Feb 10:36 PM
New ZealandDrilling rig to take Tūtaekurī River dip as study begins for new expressway bridgeA drilling rig will be used in the Tūtaekurī River as part of a study for a new bridge.24 Feb 09:21 PM
New ZealandLogging truck trailer rolls off road near WhangamatāThe road was partially blocked.21 Feb 02:57 AM
New Zealand$10.3m funding approved for Tauranga traffic chokepoint projectPlans for a tidal lane at Turret Rd can begin but construction is still two years away.18 Feb 01:23 AM
New Zealand‘Not far from the finish line’: New approach to Piarere roundaboutThe new Piarere roundabout approach will open on February 25.17 Feb 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Why bipartisan cooperation is key to NZ’s infrastructure futureChris Bishop has invited Barbara Edmonds to join the Infrastructure Summit in March.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Someone’s loved one’: Stop sharing fatal motorway crash footage ‘immediately’, police sayA motorcyclist died in the crash and people have been sharing footage of the incident. 14 Feb 04:50 AM
New ZealandSpeed cameras out of action as NZTA takes over from policeThe idle devices may be located in your area.14 Feb 04:07 AM
New Zealand‘Significant safety risk’: Cyclists urge Govt to rethink speed changesSpeed limits on SH35 will increase from 60km/h to 80km/h in certain areas.14 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand Motorcyclist dead, Southern Motorway southbound lanes reopenThe serious accident caused major delays this morning. 13 Feb 11:51 PM
New ZealandCabinet funds Napier-Wairoa highway realignment, Bailey Bridge to remain at least four more yearsThe cyclone sped up the need for a project in the melting pot for at least 20 years.13 Feb 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘Nothing I could have done’: Driver’s plea after fatal crashIn February 2024, the region's road death toll was zero.13 Feb 03:46 AM
New ZealandThe long road to safety: Rakaia’s fight against speed-limit hikeNZTA Waka Kotahi is reviewing Rakaia's speed limit after a community backlash.13 Feb 03:33 AM
New Zealand'Changed forever': E-scooter accident leaves woman with brain injuryE-scooter related ACC claims have totalled $50 million since January 2019.10 Feb 05:19 AM
New ZealandMotorcycle crash causes Wellington CBD off-ramp closureThe crash occurred about 4.15pm.09 Feb 04:41 AM
New ZealandSpeed limit hike on SH5 ‘reckless’, raises crash concernsAn independent study found the 80km/h limit prevented 34 crashes in a year.06 Feb 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom 6400 cars a day to 150: The future of existing routes when $820m highway opensThe impending $820m highway opening has raised questions about two alternate routes.05 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCar fire causes delays on Auckland’s Northwestern MotorwayMotorists have been told to expect delays.05 Feb 02:50 AM
New ZealandBitumen spill wreaks havoc on vehicles along SH47 detourA courier driver noticed tarseal wrapped around his truck's wheels.05 Feb 12:32 AM
New ZealandUnbelievabull! Small towns rocked by confusing signThe sign near Bulls incorrectly states SH1 is closed, diverting traffic early.03 Feb 07:44 PM
New ZealandWhich Rotorua roads' speed limits will riseOne local says one proposal could result in injuries – or deaths.03 Feb 04:02 PM
New ZealandMain roads into Wellington closing for maintenanceNZTA is warning motorists in the capital they will need to start planning ahead.03 Feb 03:33 AM
New ZealandSH1 reopens after truck crash ‘chaos’ forces motorists on 33km rural detour'There’s hundreds of people trying to traverse Northland’s new state highway.'03 Feb 12:07 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Faster you go – the bigger the mess' so Govt better know what it’s doingOPINION: NZ's annual road toll is a national shame and speed is often a factor.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLicence lost: Elderly man fights doctor's claim he's not fit to drive anymoreThe man had dementia and a condition that put him at risk of falling asleep in the day.01 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandSH27 Waharoa Rd to be closed for four weeksThe works are a part of the Government’s $2 billion investment.30 Jan 11:03 PM
New ZealandCambridge Rd to open days ahead of scheduleSheet piling works for the Tauriko Enabling Works project are ahead of schedule.29 Jan 12:51 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDug down, walls now rising for $400m Mount Maunganui retirement villageA giant sandpile sits at the centre of the site where perimeter walls have been built.28 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wantedNews snippets from the Far North.27 Jan 05:00 PM
