New ZealandMotorists warned to avoid major Christchurch road after serious crashThe crash between a car and motorbike happened about 11am on Curletts Rd.06 Jan 11:19 PM
WorldTea leaves spilt from truck trigger fatal, multi-vehicle crash in JapanThe leaves ended up scattered along a 500m stretch of road in Tochigi prefecture.05 Jan 07:01 AM
New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll halves again but police say ‘still too many’Seven people died on the roads over the Christmas period, down from 15 the year before.04 Jan 06:29 PM
New ZealandOne dead after crash on SH26, HaurakiThe road is expected to stay closed for a short time while crews work.31 Dec 07:14 PM
New ZealandFirst road death victim of Christmas holiday period namedCarl Duncan was fatally struck on McGrath St, Napier, near the junction with Wellesley Rd.31 Dec 01:34 AM
New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll rises to 4; police appeal for dashcam footageA person died in a Waikato crash overnight and one died today after a crash near Kaikōura.30 Dec 10:58 PM
BoxingBurst tyre and speed probed after Anthony Joshua crash in which two people killedThe heavyweight boxer is in a stable condition at Lagos' Duchess Hospital.30 Dec 06:12 PM
New ZealandOne dead after car goes over bank on SH2 north of NapierTwo other crashes on Hawke's Bay roads today caused lane closures but no injuries.30 Dec 12:05 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Morning Headlines | Bad weather may last till end of the year and record number of first-home buyers | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Watch29 Dec 07:05 PM
New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll at two after separate Hawke’s Bay deathsPolice are urging anyone who saw or helped the man to call them.29 Dec 06:57 PM
New Zealand2025 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. 29 Dec 04:00 PM
WellingtonTeen drink-driver who caused five car crash with his Mercedes fails appealKekeli Nanedo argued he should have avoided conviction due to the deportation risk.29 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandCar collides with fire truck on Victoria Street, Auckland City.A vehicle and a responding fire truck have collided on Victoria Street, Auckland City. Video / Dean PurcellWatch27 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandLadi6 shares powerful Christmas message after family car accidentHer whanau were hit on Christmas morning as they parked to go swimming.27 Dec 02:09 AM
New ZealandTwo vehicles catch fire after crash in CanterburyNo injuries were reported but both vehicles caught on fire due to spilled fuel.26 Dec 08:36 PM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH2 near WellingtonMotorists are being warned to expect heavy delays in the area.26 Dec 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ's most dangerous roads and places to drive over Christmas holidays revealed'One minute families are planning Christmas dinner, the next, they’re planning a funeral.'25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne person is fighting for life, another seriously hurt in Christmas morning crashIt comes just hours after five were injured in a crash on State Highway 1 in Waipu.24 Dec 06:46 PM
AucklandFive assessed after ute crash leaves trail of wrecked carsThe crash brought parts of Auckland to a standstill.24 Dec 03:09 AM
New ZealandYoung Shortland Street actor sentenced for brutal road rage assaultIt was revealed in court that the actor had filmed the victim as he bled on the ground.23 Dec 11:54 PM
New Zealand'Rare and serious': Rear seatbelt failure sparks voluntary Suzuki Fronx safety recallSales of the Suzuki Fronx in New Zealand have been halted while fixes are sought.23 Dec 03:49 AM
New ZealandWhangārei parents push for safer crossing after mother and child hit by carA petition led by teacher Penny Honey is calling for a full safety upgrade.22 Dec 05:00 PM
AucklandCar hits pedestrian in busy Auckland intersection, one in serious conditionThe crash happened at the intersection of Dominion and Balmoral Rds.22 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandMember of public finds body inside crashed carThe accident happened on an infamous stretch of road where 5 teens died in 2021.21 Dec 10:36 PM
New ZealandThe risk-taking that leads to carnage: Top cop's warning to drivers as festive season beginsLast year, 15 people were killed on the roads during the Christmas break.21 Dec 07:21 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in crash north of WellingtonThe northbound Tawa on-ramp is closed.20 Dec 07:51 PM
