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Watch: Work continues to open Brynderwyn roads

Waka 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 / NZTA

Cyclone recovery: PM says it might be best to 'give up' on some roads

Some roads, like State Highway 25A, just shouldn't be there, says Chris Hipkins.

Tesla drivers report steering wheels detatching

Model Ys were delivered to customers with a missing bolt that holds the wheel.

Tāmaki Drive caught in a cycle of debacles

OPINION: Auckland Transport's safety and traffic management processes need an overhaul.

Focus: Residents evacuated after major chemical truck fire on motorway

Residents were left shaken after a massive chemical truck blaze on Auckland's Southern Motorway sent debris into their properties. Video / NZ Herald

Massive 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

Fatal crash in a car she bought that day: Coroner says winter tyres contributed to tragedy

The tyres were legal - but were not fit for purpose, inquest told.

Multiple flooding callouts in Tauranga; SH25 closed due to washout

There were callouts to 10 properties overnight.

More 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?

State Highway 4 between Raetihi and Ūpokongaro re-opened

The road had been closed since Wednesday, February 15 due to slips and fallen trees.

Truck and trailer units banned from Cove Rd

A major blockage on Cove Rd prompted a ban by Civil Defence.

Fresh geotechnical assessment for SH4 after new slip

'We know this will be frustrating for people in the area.'

Dementia driving test flawed

Opinion: John Williamson says it's a traumatic experience to put any senior through.

Cyclone Gabrielle: Which schools are closed in Auckland?

Auckland Transport is urging people to avoid all non-urgent travel until Tuesday.

Lowering speed limits ‘incredibly dangerous’, Wairarapa businessman says

He claims slower drivers are more likely to be distracted. Waka Kotahi disagrees.

Watch: Heart-stopping moment as car turns in front of fully-laden truck

The car driver cheated certain death by mere inches at the intersection.

Mother, children make 'lucky escape' after falling branch smashes car windshield

'My first thought was I’ve got to look after my kids.'

Coromandel 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 Herald