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High-risk intersection near Havelock North to get $2.7m roundabout upgrade
NZTA will fund 53% of the $2.7m roundabout upgrade, with council paying 47%.
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Four in hospital after SH1 Brynderwyn crash, road reopens
Two of the four injured people are in a critical condition.
2025 road toll: Grieving mum calls for tougher drug‑driving laws
Nationwide roadside drug testing will not be in place until mid-2026.
Christmas holiday road toll rises to 4; police appeal for dashcam footage
A person died in a Waikato crash overnight and one died today after a crash near Kaikōura.
Holiday highway delays: Queues northbound as New Year drivers hit the road
NZTA warns SH1 northbound from Wayby to Te Hana is heavily congested.
One dead after car goes over bank on SH2 north of Napier
Two other crashes on Hawke's Bay roads today caused lane closures but no injuries.
2025 road toll on track for historic low amid tougher policing and safer roads
This year's total of 269 deaths as of last night is down 8% on 2024.
‘Someone got their licence from the Weet-Bix box’: The year’s viral video hits
From spectacular driver fails to fireworks shenanigans, six wild moments caught on camera.
Editorial: Dangerous drivers have no place on our roads
OPINION: Many aggressive motorists prowl the country's roads.
One seriously injured in SH2 crash near Upper Hutt, major delays expected
Emergency services were called to the crash about 6.35pm.
Drivers urged to take care after 10km oil spill on SH73
Oil mixing with rain has created hazardous conditions for drivers.
Boxing Day traffic snarls motorways as shoppers head to malls
Motorway exits near Sylvia Park are currently 'very congested'.
Major new highway needs years of repairs costing $32 million-plus
NZTA will start drainage and resurfacing work on Transmission Gully this summer.
Holiday drivers warned: Police crackdown on speeding, phone use on SH29 and beyond
Most road policing and booze bus staff will be on duty during the holiday break.
'Rare and serious': Rear seatbelt failure sparks voluntary Suzuki Fronx safety recall
Sales of the Suzuki Fronx in New Zealand have been halted while fixes are sought.
Cyclists slam 'bizarre' crossing pole plonked in middle of shared bike path
NZTA says the pole meets Auckland Transport rules and a safety audit is planned.
Letters: Why National supporters are so frustrated with Finance Minister Nicola Willis
OPINION: We have too many politicians.
Whangārei parents push for safer crossing after mother and child hit by car
A petition led by teacher Penny Honey is calling for a full safety upgrade.
Do not use rear seats: Urgent warning after Suzuki vehicle's 'serious' safety failure
There are 1115 Suzuki Fronx cars on New Zealand roads.
Pedestrian seriously injured as crash closes busy Hamilton road
Ohaupo Road is closed between Normandy Ave and Urlich Ave this evening.
SH2 closed near Dannevirke after three-vehicle crash
Police say one person has serious injuries and four others are moderately hurt.
'Going green': David Seymour's car buried under branches in freak tree accident
'I put something under the tree ... but it’s gone horribly wrong.'
Holiday traffic: Plan for delays and road changes
Drivers face likely delays on SH2 and SH29, with pressure at key gateways.
Govt to shut road-cone hotline early after pilot meets its objectives
WorkSafe logged 641 cone reports in June, dropping to 217 in July.
Summer traffic squeeze: Key SH2 and SH25 changes
A Christmas shutdown of major roadworks runs from December 19 to January 4.
Man dies nearly two weeks after pre-dawn crash on Auckland motorway
The man succumbed to his injuries in hospital overnight.
'Who has a spare $4000?' Seven streets must choose between chipseal and a big bill
About 435 Pāpāmoa households on asphalt streets invited to choose - with a tight deadline.
'We don’t do Christmas anymore': Parents' heartbreak after 18yo's crash death
A coroner found he was sleep-deprived and probably fell asleep at the wheel.
'Constant confusion': Calls grow for Napier traffic light fix after cyclist injured
Residents say the lights, a gateway to the Hawke's Bay Expressway, feel like 'chaos'.
Dunedin Southern Motorway lanes cleared after logging truck crash
The section of SH1 near Dunedin blocked by the crash has now been cleared.