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Restore Passenger Rail protesters on trial for endangering transport
Protesters superglued themselves to Wellington State Highways in October 2022.
‘Absolute moron’: E-scooter rider on motorway metres from high-speed traffic
The scooter travelled a short section on the motorway holding up vehicles unable to pass.
Drilling rig to take Tūtaekurī River dip as study begins for new expressway bridge
A drilling rig will be used in the Tūtaekurī River as part of a study for a new bridge.
Major SH1 section closed for up to five weeks
The section would be closed to through traffic 24/7 from March 3.
Crash on SH1 in northern Auckland, both directions affected
People are advised to delay their travel.
Traffic chaos as crash closes tunnel in Wellington
The Terrace Tunnel closed after a three-vehicle crash on Wednesday afternoon.
Locals urge river cleaning as Auckland town faces relocation due to flood risk
'I can't recall the last time work was done on the river,' says McDonald.
$10.3m funding approved for Tauranga traffic chokepoint project
Plans for a tidal lane at Turret Rd can begin but construction is still two years away.
‘Not far from the finish line’: New approach to Piarere roundabout
The new Piarere roundabout approach will open on February 25.
Fran O’Sullivan: Why bipartisan cooperation is key to NZ’s infrastructure future
Chris Bishop has invited Barbara Edmonds to join the Infrastructure Summit in March.
Cabinet funds Napier-Wairoa highway realignment, Bailey Bridge to remain at least four more years
The cyclone sped up the need for a project in the melting pot for at least 20 years.
‘Nothing I could have done’: Driver’s plea after fatal crash
In February 2024, the region's road death toll was zero.
The long road to safety: Rakaia’s fight against speed-limit hike
NZTA Waka Kotahi is reviewing Rakaia's speed limit after a community backlash.
New Golden Mile design revealed
Flyover footage shows what Wellington's Courtenay Place could look like. Video / Wellington City Council
'Changed forever': E-scooter accident leaves woman with brain injury
E-scooter related ACC claims have totalled $50 million since January 2019.
Delays on SH25, SH3 closed after separate, serious crashes
SH3 is still closed at Mokau after a truck rolled near Te Mahoe Rd.
Speed limit hike on SH5 ‘reckless’, raises crash concerns
An independent study found the 80km/h limit prevented 34 crashes in a year.
From 6400 cars a day to 150: The future of existing routes when $820m highway opens
The impending $820m highway opening has raised questions about two alternate routes.
Unbelievabull! Small towns rocked by confusing sign
The sign near Bulls incorrectly states SH1 is closed, diverting traffic early.
More than 280,000 bus cards to be phased out, no way to transfer credit
Roughly $140,000 is being stored on the cards in Hawke's Bay alone.
Which Rotorua roads' speed limits will rise
One local says one proposal could result in injuries – or deaths.
Main roads into Wellington closing for maintenance
NZTA is warning motorists in the capital they will need to start planning ahead.
SH1 reopens after truck crash ‘chaos’ forces motorists on 33km rural detour
'There’s hundreds of people trying to traverse Northland’s new state highway.'
SH27 Waharoa Rd to be closed for four weeks
The works are a part of the Government’s $2 billion investment.
Auckland motorway crash that caused gridlock on SH1 now cleared
According to Google Maps, northbound traffic had backed up almost 9km to Sylvia Park.
Luxon and Bishop make transport announcement in Wairarapa
PM Chris Luxon and Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced that a number of roads would see their speed limits returned to their previous. higher limits. Video / Mark Mitchell
Far North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wanted
News snippets from the Far North.
'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small town
Ohakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.
SH2 reopens after fatal crash forces closure
The crash involved two vehicles and occurred about 8.10am, with one death now confirmed.
Armed police block major Auckland highway lane to arrest man over alleged social media comments
Police said charges would be considered.
Congestion builds as Aucklanders flock to holiday hotspots
Traffic may worsen into the weekend, with rain predicted for much of the North Island.