PoliticsPM's handbrake leads to review of state highway speed planChris Hipkins says roads that would see reduced speed limits are in areas of high deaths.13 Mar 06:04 AM
New ZealandEssential freight to start moving between Napier and Taupō on TuesdayA month after Gabrielle, SH5 is still closed to the public, but a breakthrough is here.13 Mar 01:53 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Someone will die' - shocking moment car mounts footpath to beat red light'Someone is going to die, it’s just a matter of time... it means people don’t feel safe.'13 Mar 12:53 AM
New ZealandFocus: What it’s like to drive the new $880 million Pūhoi to Warkworth motorwayNZ Herald was given an exclusive look at the highly anticipated new motorway between Pūhoi and Warkworth as the expected opening date draws near. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Drone footage reveals extent of SH25 slip in CoromandelThere will be an hour-long window for drivers to get through today.10 Mar 12:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLetters: We must 'prioritise brutally' and get back to basicsOPINION: Letters on school rugby, royals, doctors, Iran, and Ardie Savea.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Work continues to open Brynderwyn roadsWaka Kotahi NZTA says their "teams are facing challenging conditions with the ground still moving above and below them, but they’re pushing hard to get the road open." Video / NZTAWatch09 Mar 01:55 PM
New ZealandCyclone recovery: PM says it might be best to 'give up' on some roadsSome roads, like State Highway 25A, just shouldn't be there, says Chris Hipkins.09 Mar 03:30 AM
TechnologyTesla drivers report steering wheels detatchingModel Ys were delivered to customers with a missing bolt that holds the wheel.08 Mar 07:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTāmaki Drive caught in a cycle of debaclesOPINION: Auckland Transport's safety and traffic management processes need an overhaul.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Residents evacuated after major chemical truck fire on motorwayResidents were left shaken after a massive chemical truck blaze on Auckland's Southern Motorway sent debris into their properties. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandMassive truck fire on Akl motorway, Nelson murder mystery & Harry lights up NZ | Focus Morning Bulletin: 8 March, 2023 Massive truck fire sees Auckland motorway closed, how our emergency departments are faring under pressure and Mount Ruapehu keeps its cool for the next ski season in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch07 Mar 04:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFatal crash in a car she bought that day: Coroner says winter tyres contributed to tragedyThe tyres were legal - but were not fit for purpose, inquest told.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMultiple flooding callouts in Tauranga; SH25 closed due to washoutThere were callouts to 10 properties overnight.05 Mar 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than 100 local roads still damaged: How do councils choose which to fix first?While repairs to our roads are now under way, which ones will happen first?02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Canterbury driver 'close to death' after near missA Canterbury driver says he was 'close to death' with this near miss. Video / SuppliedWatch01 Mar 10:52 PM
New ZealandWaitangi Bridge to close for five hours for full-load testingThe aim of the testing is to allow Waka Kotahi NZTA to open up both lanes of the bridge.28 Feb 09:11 PM
New ZealandWatch: Ute rolls, smashes head on into oncoming traffic A ute rolls head on into another vehicle after hitting a bank on Scenic Drive in Auckland. Video / Piha CommunityWatch28 Feb 08:26 PM
New ZealandWhy heavy vehicles are allowed on vital SH1 routeTrucks under 50 tonnes can travel on the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrivers 'falling asleep at the wheel' more than 100 times each dayA Taupō company is working to make New Zealand's roads safer.27 Feb 11:31 PM
New ZealandPermanent closure of Te Puna ‘rat run’ proposedThe prospect of permanently closing the road is up for debate.26 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: NZ Army builds road to isolated community in Hawke's BayNZ Army soldiers assisted contractors and logging crews as they removed slips and trees blocking the road through to Tutira, a remote community in Hawke's Bay. Video / NZDFWatch23 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandKauarapaoa Road in Whanganui closedThe council said they would keep community members informed on when it will be repaired.22 Feb 03:21 AM
New ZealandState Highway 4 between Raetihi and Ūpokongaro re-openedThe road had been closed since Wednesday, February 15 due to slips and fallen trees.20 Feb 11:04 PM
New ZealandTruck and trailer units banned from Cove RdA major blockage on Cove Rd prompted a ban by Civil Defence.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFresh geotechnical assessment for SH4 after new slip'We know this will be frustrating for people in the area.'19 Feb 01:49 AM
New ZealandDementia driving test flawedOpinion: John Williamson says it's a traumatic experience to put any senior through.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Which schools are closed in Auckland?Auckland Transport is urging people to avoid all non-urgent travel until Tuesday.12 Feb 05:22 PM
New ZealandLowering speed limits ‘incredibly dangerous’, Wairarapa businessman saysHe claims slower drivers are more likely to be distracted. Waka Kotahi disagrees.08 Feb 11:08 PM
New ZealandWatch: Heart-stopping moment as car turns in front of fully-laden truckThe car driver cheated certain death by mere inches at the intersection.08 Feb 01:10 AM
New ZealandMother, children make 'lucky escape' after falling branch smashes car windshield'My first thought was I’ve got to look after my kids.'06 Feb 01:03 AM
New ZealandCoromandel roading crisis, 'recession is inevitable' & PM arrives in Waitangi | Focus Morning Bulletin: 3 February, 2023 Long weekend travellers warned as more rain could be on the way, earthquake jolts the North Island and coroner's findings revealed over washing machine tragedy in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsMore money needed for fixing damage to roadsThe fund for fixing damage to roads is nearly exhausted after years of heavy storms.01 Feb 08:33 PM
New ZealandFocus: More miserable summer weather his North IslandAotearoa is in for another weekend of severe thunderstorms and heavy rain, with motorway delays and power outages striking already. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jan 08:55 PM
