Waka Kotahi orders speed and weight limits on Fernhill Bridge
Many of Hawke's Bay's highway bridges are over 70 years old and 'need to be upgraded'.
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Once construction funding is available, the agency would be able to move quickly, it says.
Mixed response to lower speed limit plans for south Auckland suburbs
Not everyone thinks the changes are a good idea.
One year on, Govt yet to decide what to do with axed bike bridge funds
MPs want answers as Government ponders what to do with bike bridge money.
Auckland's big fix: Mayor and deputy on the evolving Super City
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Rainmaker strife: Highway closed, traffic warnings as heavy rain drenches north
A slow-moving front has made for a soggy start to school holidays in the north.
More than 1600 Auckland roads to get speed limit change
The changes will come into effect in stages between December 2022 and March 2023.
Family makes last-minute dash to see dying Nan, gets stuck in dangerous slip
The Taranaki whanau say they are lucky to be alive.
Shipping rates soften, but there could be a catch
We're still not seeing the shipping improvements Australia is enjoying.
Street changes for Hastings to allow kids to walk and cycle safely to school
'If children are confident to get on their bike or scooter, the whole community opens up.'
Te wiki o te reo Māori: What businesses are doing
Businesses have big plans to go even further this year - kōrero nui.
Four times the limit: Driver's high breath-alcohol reading disappoints police
Wellington police surprised at the results of breath-alcohol testing at the weekend.
Simon Bridges: Smarter response to transport emissions needed
OPINION: Auckland Business Chamber chief puts the case for moving from A to B efficiently.
Wellington City Council's planned 'big increase' in cycleway spending
Wellington City Council has said a big increase in spending is needed, including on cycleways, to meet the net zero carbon goals. Video / Supplied
Roading agency's $1b pothole due to fuel tax cut, less driving during Covid
Forecasts show people will drive less because of high fuel prices, creating problems.
Simeon Brown: Govt has declared a war on your car
OPINION: National's transport spokesperson says emissions reduction plan is a misfire.
'We want everyone to have a say': Meet the people working to fix Links Ave
Reducing rat running isn't as easy as it seems, but a panel is hard at work on a solution.
No cycle or walking lanes for Auckland Harbour Bridge
Waka Kotahi Board cites "significant" health and safety issues.
Revealed: Secret cameras record 50,000 Auckland drivers unlawfully using phones
Hidden Waka Kotahi cameras recorded more than 800 drivers a day texting.
Push on to stop stock wandering
Police are called to deal with wandering stock nearly every day in the South. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is leading a campaign to reduce the number of instances when animals get out of paddocks. Video / Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
Does Uber's $1.2b economic claim stack up?
While hospitality battles to make a profit, Uber says it contributed $1.2b to NZ economy.
School run shake-up: Plan to target vehicle drop-offs, pick-ups to encourage kids to walk
Minister says parents will still be able to drive their kids to school.
Focus: Waka Kotahi urged to revisit walking/cycling lane on Harbour Bridge
Cycling group Movement has said it may seek legal action if Waka Kotahi doesn’t run a trial of a walking/cycling lane on the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Video / NZ Herald / Waka Kotahi / Auckland Unlimited
Decision not to hold cycle trial on Auckland Harbour Bridge under review
Cycling events on the bridge are a PR gimmick, says Bevan Woodward.
Too dangerous: Spotlight on property group's highway billboard bid
Waka Kotahi spent $240K in legal fees to stop digital billboards on highway.
Pothole penis painter returns with new ploy amid rise of roadwork vigilantes
Aucklander Geoff Upson's online pothole campaign is generating thousands of views online.
HWR CEO on company's hybrid hydrogen truck trial
HW Richardson chief executive Anthony Jones on his company's hybrid hydrogen truck pilot, and hydrogen refuelling plans. Video / George Heard
Deep South Milford teaser trailer
Is it too late to save Milford Sound or has it been 'lost to tourism'. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Crux Productions
Deep South Milford
The Herald is proud to present the first episode of a major new investigative documentary series Deep South produced and presented by Crux Productions. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Crux Productions
Disabled community ask for safer detours when Auckland's footpaths are blocked
Community advocates are calling for an enforced action from Auckland Transport.
Auckland Transport's parking plan hits speed bump amid criticism
AT bosses are open to making changes to the parking strategy.
Woman's compensation quest for pothole damage reaches Minister's office
She lost a hub cap and the car's wheel rim was bent.