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Mother and two children named as victims of triple fatal Desert Rd crash
Leidy, her 8-year-old son and 7-month-old baby died in the crash.
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NZTA pauses using billboard cameras to detect WOF fraud, despite success
Waka Kotahi says it paused the use of vGrid technology from mid-2025.
'Absolutely gutting': Horror night on the roads claims five lives
Three people died in a Desert Rd crash this morning, with one person still missing.
'The toots say it all': Ministers visit future Waikato Expressway extension
The $1.77b project will build a 16km four-lane highway near Karāpiro.
Watch: Motorcyclists hold protest ride over Auckland Harbour Bridge
At least 400 riders are expected to join the 'on-road demonstration'.
Police seek dashcam footage after fatal crash near Dunedin
The crash happened on SH1 in Allanton, 17km south of Dunedin.
'Praying he pulls through': Motorist recalls terrifying moment of head-on crash
Man stunned as truck, car crash head-on before smashing into him, blocking SH1 for hours.
Hundreds expected at harbour bridge motorbike protest, lawsuit planned against ACC hikes
At least 400 riders are expected to 'occupy' the harbour bridge at 40km/h tomorrow.
Licence suspended over 1996 parking ticket stuns Canadian driver
Geoff Clendenning’s licence was suspended over a $40 ticket from 1996.
Volunteer firefighter dies in crash 13 years after brother lost in water tragedy
Logan Sinclair's death comes after brother Blake died in a Clutha River tragedy in 2013.
One person dies after car and motorcycle crash in East Auckland
Another injured person is under observation at Auckland City Hospital.
Mass motorcycle protest to ‘occupy’ harbour bridge lanes, police to monitor convoy
Motorcyclists are protesting 'unfair' ACC levy hikes and are taking legal action.
Unison warns Napier council: Your plan could lead to higher power and phone bills
Council plan to change how it charges for roading is 'unsupported by evidence', firm says.
Man dies after being hit by van in north Auckland suburb
The pedestrian was hospitalised with critical injuries and has since died.
Man seriously injured in shooting at Auckland property, armed police guard home
Police were called just after 6.30am to Mt Wellington Highway, scene guard in place.
‘Killing our local economy’: $190m annual GDP disruption attributed to gorge highway closure
Trust Tairāwhiti report finds unreliable access a 'major economic resilience risk'.
Police ramp up crackdown on anti-social dirt bike riders across regions
Operation Shear in Hamilton has led to dozens of arrests and more than 15 bikes seized.
Driver dies after car crashes off rural Otago road
The accident happened on Clutha Valley Rd near Balclutha.
‘100% reliant on people driving in’: CBD parking woes spark push for new tech and free hours
Parking is one of the top issues for struggling Whangārei CBD businesses.
How a $27m SH1 roundabout in Whangārei's north could reshape city
The roading project is due to open in February, with homes and businesses to come later.
'Sorry for the error': NZTA apologises for incorrect signs pointing to closed dump station
The dump station for motorhomes had closed in January, but signs were erected this month.
Fire jumps highway in central Canterbury, route partially blocked
Stop/go traffic management is in place on SH77, and motorists should expect delays.
‘A lethal weapon in a child’s hand’: Fears over high-powered e-bikes
The Herald clocked one e‑scooter rider, wearing a full-face helmet, travelling at 53km/h.
Final Tour De Hoods bike ride in East Auckland tipped to be biggest yet
Police will be at the East Auckland ride to ensure safety for all.
Auckland drivers fear congestion charge unfairness but back it if gridlock eases
AA surveyed 2300 Auckland members, with 87% rating congestion a problem.
How much would you pay to sit in Auckland traffic?
Drivers lose an average 66 hours a year stuck in Auckland peak traffic.
Mystery after 'sudden death' in Blenheim, road closed
Wairau Bar Rd is closed between Ferry Rd and Dicks Rd in Blenheim.
Witness describes 'horrific' scene after fatal Pōkeno crash
The man said several people stopped to help before emergency services arrived.
Motorcyclist critically injured in Hastings crash
The crash happened about 9.30am at the intersection of Grays Rd and Lane St.
'Staggers belief': Driver blows twice legal limit after school pick-up
Another driver stopped in Taupō at midday blew over four times the legal limit.