The man hanging from cliffs to keep highways open
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Delays on SH12 Northland after Taheke truck crash
Motorists are experiencing delays after a truck rolled between Kaikohe and Waima about 11am today. Video / Miria Henry
SH29 at Lower Kaimāī reopens after serious crash injures three
One person was critically injured.
SH2 commuters frustrated by 'terrible' traffic – but pragmatic
'Eventually, we’ll have a roundabout', one resident said.
‘It’s shocking’: Dust woes continue, residents call for stronger council action
Residents in the Far North are angered by dust issues despite dust suppression measures.
Busy Auckland road to have more works done after year of disruption from changes
Auckland Transport is installing traffic lights at the Meola Rd/Garnet Rd roundabout.
Watch: Traffic tail 15km long as road works on SH2 bite, motorists fume
Chipseal works cause heavy traffic, delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.
'Plan ahead': Major Waikato-BoP roadworks - what you need to know
NZTA says their programme for the remainder of the summer was ambitious.
US citizen named as victim of fatal Orongo crash
Marcia Shattuck was one of 13 people killed on New Zealand roads over the holidays.
Police name New Plymouth cyclist as Matamata fatal crash victim
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Watch: 'Crazy' near-miss on North Island road near Turangi
A driver heading home to Rotorua captured a close call on his dashcam when a car crossed the centre line, January 11, 2024.
Major North Island route closed for two months
Ground temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.
'A lot of roadworks and disruption': What you need to know about driving through Waikato this month
Slow road trips will await some this month.
Reducing death: Road layout changes under way with Taupō vehicle safety centre construction
The changing road layouts and speed restrictions will be in place from January until May.
Coromandel fatal crash victim named
Thirteen people died over the official holiday period.
'Not everyone pays attention': Fake NZTA toll scam circulating
A toll fee scam targets Tauranga residents via text message.
Watch: Burst water main floods road near Sylvia Park entrance
The water main on Carbine Rd burst at 11.13am.
Work to kick off on the first Hawke’s Bay Expressway widening project near a river
Expect delays on SH2 Hawke’s Bay as four-laning project begins beside Tūtaekuri River.
Young boy named as fatal motorbike crash victim
A second person on the bike remains in Rotorua Hospital in a stable condition.
Opinion: Toll road announcement pivotal moment in transport future
Could the benefits of new roads outweigh additional charges to operators?
Peel St Bridge, a symbol of growth, opened in 1923 and remains a key historic site.
Gisborne's Peel Street Bridge marks 100 years of local history
Sinkhole opens in wealthy Auckland street
It's believed a chasm of up to 2sq m lies underneath the ruptured road.
Police officer nearly hit by truck after driver ignores road closure
One police officer was forced to jump out of the way.
Road closures: Triathlon event to shut eastbound lanes on toll road
Eastbound lanes closed for Tauranga Half Triathlon, best viewing on Marine Parade.
‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopens
A witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged.
Seven youths arrested after burnouts, attempted theft, car fire
A suspected stolen car was reported to police for doing burnouts at about 2.50am.
Delays after serious crash on Coastal Highway in Tasman
Motorists asked to avoid the area or expect delays after serious two-vehicle crash.
The NZ region with the highest road death toll in 2024
Roads in this region claimed 192 lives from 2022 to 2024.
Trial to reduce road cone use in Tauranga
The council says it could mean completing four jobs an hour instead of one.
Holiday traffic: Fatal crash in Taranaki, multiple injuries in crash in deep south
It will be a slower drive home for some returning holidaymakers.
Fruit flies in Auckland as Wellington prepares for major disruption | NZ Herald News Update
Fruit flies have been discovered in Auckland, new water safety figures are released. Dame Tariana Turia tangi continues, trade with Africa is suggested. Video / NZ Herald
Slice of heaven! Kiwi roadworker grabs a little pizza paradise
Auckland worker goes viral for his ingenious sun protection at mahi.
'All emergency services are en route': Injuries after crash on SH3 in King Country
One person is in moderate condition after the two-vehicle crash.