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Serious crash: Highway shut after two airlifted to Christchurch Hospital
A third person with minor injuries was taken to Christchurch Hospital by road.
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One child dead, four people injured in East Tamaki crash
A child died and four other people were injured in an East Tamaki three-vehicle collision last night. Video / NZ Herald
Child dies and three Injured in East Tamaki Collision
The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene at the intersection of Smales Road and Te Irirangi Drive, East Tamaki, following a three-vehicle crash. Video / NZ Herald
Forgotten roads, hidden rights: Why paper roads matter more than you think
Paper roads cover 6924ha in Northland, or 3.7% of public land in the region.
Watch: Teen scooter rider kicks courier van in road rage outburst
DHL said its courier was unharmed, but the event illustrates the risks drivers face.
Residents fume over fines and tows on ‘safe’ streets during Round the Bays
'$190 is a price too high to pay for public incompetency.'
Fourth person dies after SH1 car and campervan crash near Blenheim last month
Belgian policy adviser Victoria Docx was among those who lost their lives.
Residents woken by 'explosions' after truck bursts into fire on Auckland motorway
The truck carrying dog food caught fire about 1.30am yesterday, waking nearby residents.
Pies and baked beans: Simon Watts responds to mayors' worries about rates caps
The Local Government Minister is currently considering feedback from councils on his plan.
Forecast wet weather halts Ngongotahā highway works
The road is closed for work from 9am on Mondays to 2.30pm on Fridays, for about six weeks.
Closures on this state highway cost an estimated $8m in lost GDP every day
The road between Gisborne and Ōpōtiki allows freight access to the primary sector economy.
Are you seeing more road rage recently? The daily panel discuss
Michelle Dickinson and Rawdon Christie discuss the top issues of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
One person dies in SH1 crash near Lake Taupō
The crash was reported shortly after 1.10pm near Rawhira Rd.
One dead after two-vehicle crash north of Dunedin
Emergency services responded to a two-vehicle accident on Coast Rd, near Karitane.
'It didn’t feel real': Farmer in shock after finding skeleton by highway
Farmer Clare Douglas said the skeleton was clothed and had work boots on.
How new SH2 and SH35 hours will work for trips in and out of Gisborne
Drivers are urged to travel the Gorge from 5-7am or 6-8pm to avoid long delays.
Christchurch driver fined $600 for 'extremely loud exhaust'
The 56-year-old man is also now facing a third drink-driving charge in court.
Traffic disrupted on Waikato state highway after human remains discovered
Police were called about 10am after the remains were discovered.
Editorial: Legacy wire median barriers must be urgently replaced
OPINION: NZTA needs to push back on other work to help pay for them.
Roger Partridge: How asset recycling can help solve the infrastructure deficit
A 2012 law forces taxpayers to buy Genesis shares to keep a 51% Crown stake.
Football fan ploy fails after motorcyclist flees police at 110km/h
The 32-year-old was arrested at Huapai Domain trying to hide among football spectators.
'Not super fun': Lawson still getting to grips with new F1 car
The Kiwi feels better prepared after 'surviving' his first full F1 season.
AT memo warns of 41% surge in March Madness motorway congestion - but how bad did it get?
The Automobile Association's data shows just how congested the first Monday got.
Woman trips and falls onto rail tracks, train makes emergency stop
'While they were on the ground, the level crossing bells and barrier arms activated.'
Southbound lane through Ngongotahā to close for six weeks
The southbound lane will be closed weekdays from March 9 for six weeks.
Two dead in separate North Island highway crashes
One car plunged into a river, and the other fatality was in a three-vehicle crash.
March Madness traffic warning as Auckland congestion surge begins today
Auckland Transport says congestion levels are expected to jump by 6.7%.
Helena Bay businesses shut as massive slip clean-up closes Russell Rd for months
Helena Bay Gallery and Cafe will shut from Monday as slip work ramps up.
Big year ahead: What Tauranga councillors want for your neighbourhood this year
Key projects include new pools, roading links, stormwater upgrades and parks.
'Profoundly unsafe': Cars stopping in passing lanes to turn right on Kaimai route
It's one of several safety concerns locals and MPs want addressed on SH29.