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Truck operator pleads guilty to manslaughter in runaway truck death
Truckers are angry about safety gaps; NZTA rejects systemic failure claims.
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RUCs for all: Potential 'smart tag' cost on drawing board, privacy issues highlighted
How road user charges could work, day-to-day.
'Right person for this vital role': NZ's new ambassador in Trump's America
The former head of MFAT will become New Zealand's voice to the Trump administration.
Truck rolls on SH35 in Bay of Plenty, causing delays
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
Gang boss gave kids a ride on his quad bike - it could land him back in prison
The quad bike careened down SH1 at more than three times the recommended speed.
Car hits tree near Hamilton, one dead, two seriously injured
Two others are seriously injured, and one has a minor injury.
'Tragic consequences': Rhythm and Vines road-trip tragedy ends in court
The driver got behind the wheel knowing she was already tired, says judge.
Napier-Wairoa road: Tenders set to open for Waikare Gorge highway project
A long and winding road to Wairoa and a fix that is likely to cost $425m.
'The impact of her loss is beyond words': Calls for change after teen cyclist killed
Fyfa Dawson, 19, died after being hit by a truck at a temporary traffic management site.
'Stupid and immature': Hoons' burnouts at intersection contributed to tourist's death near Hastings
A coroner said the damage to the intersection was a contributing factor to the collision.
Power cut as crash takes out pole in Mamaku
A crash on Maraeroa Rd wiped out a power pole, cutting power for nine hours.
Stolen vehicle crashes on highway south of Hastings after police pursuit abandoned
One person in serious condition was taken to Hawke’s Bay Hospital.
Welcome to Toll-ranga: City with 2/3 of NZ's toll roads set for more
As a new gantry is proposed, a councillor says there's a 'double standard' being applied.
Tyre-wrecking pothole on Southern Motorway leaves gaping hole in wheel, punctures another
A section of Auckland's Southern Motorway was down to one lane while crews repaired it.
Commuters face delays after fatal crash, road issues block two Auckland motorways
The vital route to Auckland's Airport has been blocked by a crash.
'Significant risk': NZTA calls for East Coast animal owners to address wandering stock
NZTA called on farmers to help prevent stock animals from becoming a “road statistic".
Police Investigate Stabbing at Manukau Bus Station
Police are investigating a stabbing at the Manukau Bus Station on Manukau Station Road, reported around 8:15pm. Video / NZ Herald
NZTA trial uses billboard cameras to detect WoF fraud
Cameras in billboards at intersections capture number plates for NZTA's trial.
'Insidious offending': Uni student behind NZ's first 'SMS blaster' attack
Nearby phones were 'effectively hijacked' by the device, which operated out of his car.
What’s up with the signage directing people to our newest highway?
Opinion: I’ve spoken to many people who are still being misdirected.
'Much-loved young man': Family mourns teen driver after Auckland crash
Sims was a beloved Mahurangi College student, known for his kindness and loyalty.
Letters: Why don't we have a Question Time for the public to press our politicians?
OPINION: The cost of building construction throughout New Zealand is worsening.
Veteran drag racer died in 250km/h crash after parachute issue, coroner finds
Craig Smith was killed when his car veered off-track at nearly 250km/h in 2021.
Temperatures plummet below zero, more frosty days in week ahead
Frosts for Auckland, more possible tomorrow; Chch records coldest temperature of month.
Police appeal for witnesses after deadly SH1 crash near Taupō
Officers want to speak with anyone who saw the accident on the straight stretch of road.
'Everyone's anxious about it': Slip adds uncertainty to Brynderwyns project
Another Brynderwyns slip has spiked concern about the prolonged impact on businesses.
Underslip reduces highway to one lane in BoP
The slip worsened after heavy rain this month.
How new speed limits are making Hastings schools safer
The changes are part of Hastings' early rollout of lower speed limits.
One month of new $824m highway: No crashes, no potholes, no complaints
'The new highway has changed every aspect of our lives.'