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Another slip closes highway near Ōpōtiki
Trucking operators in and out of Gisborne forced to go long way round again.
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Editorial: Time to get over cycleway-bashing and become a grown-up city
OPINION: We need an intelligent debate, not culture-war slogans.
Mohaka job doubled in size because of underslip
'Extremely steep terrain on the bank made this a difficult site to fix.'
‘Incredibly destructive’: Opposition 'up in arms' over Mayor Brown's new harbour bridge plan
'We agree on a lot but definitely not on this,' a North Shore councillor says.
Eight- to 10-year painting job for Auckland Harbour Bridge
Mayor Wayne Brown doesn't back a tunnel but a second bridge to cross the Waitematā.
Witnesses sought in fatal accident of Steven Cranston on State Highway 23
Police enquiries into the death are ongoing.
'A new vision': Kiwi company develops gondolas to operate above congested roads
The technology caught the eye of the former Google transport executive.
Mega Kmart and US debate | Focus Morning Bulletin September 11, 2024
Plans for the country’s biggest Kmart revealed, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump get set to face-off and Queenstown to get gondola transport tech.
Join the Pass Wide and Slow campaign for safer roads for horse riders and cyclists
'Pass Wide and Slow' promotes safer driver behaviour towards horse riders on the road.
Watch: Near-miss head-on crash caught on camera, highlights dangers of dynamic lanes
Concerns were raised about the Panmure Hwy Bridge last month. A fix is still in the works.
'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star rating
A State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.
Urgent call for investment in State Highway 35 to protect Tairāwhiti’s economy
Timutimu calls for urgent investment in Tairāwhiti’s roading infrastructure, environment.
Near miss on road AT promised to fix
One motorist has caught a near miss on a dashcam from the Panmure Highway Bridge, where safety features on the road have broken. Video / Supplied
Deaths on Auckland roads halve over the past year
Auckland Transport is cautiously optimistic changes are working.
Man found dead on highway near Raglan
Police are looking for vehicles of interest, a Ford Falcon and a Mazda Axela.
Letters: Delays seeing a doctor; an Auckland Māori attraction for tourists
OPINION: 'We are stuck with a waka that goes in circles.'
Waste of ratepayers' money: Northland MP slams council's speed limit changes
FNDC has gone ahead with speed limit changes the Government says will have to be reversed.
$255m investment to strengthen Gisborne's vulnerable roading network
Mayor Stoltz thanks Govt for investment, highlighting cyclone damage.
'Expect congestion': Waikato River off limits for Māori King's funeral, road detours in place
A section of the Waikato River between the Pūkete Boat Ramp and Huntly will close.
$100m secured for Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane project
MP Katie Nimon said it was 'likely' additional Expressway bridges would be built.
Simon Wilson: Wayne Brown calls out construction sector and Govt
OPINION: 'Do you just sign up and take the money?', Auckland Mayor said.
Government’s transport shake-up: New roads in, cycleways out
The Government's new transport plan shows a dramatic shift in approach.
Watch: Auckland the big winner as Govt unveils $32.9b transport plan
The plan sets out how NZTA will spend its funding to improve and maintain the network.
Multi-vehicle crash on Auckland motorway causing significant delays
Police were called to the scene around 11.55am.
Taupō bypass receives $6.6m safety improvement
The improvement marked the completion of the second of three stages.
110km/h speed limit planned for motorway north of Auckland
Motorists could soon be cruising along the 25km stretch at faster speeds.
New deck needed for temporary Waikare bridge
Two nights of closure will be needed for the work.
Māori King dies and Auckland Uni stand-off | Focus Morning Bulletin August 30, 2024
In today's headlines, Kīingi Tūheitia passes away aged 69, Auckland University stand-off takes dramatic turn and volunteers gear up for Daffodil Day.
Man charged with stealing 50 temporary roadworks signs from Hawke’s Bay highways
The man was arrested after a crash, and “several" reports of dangerous driving.
Building Nations 2024: Users to pay for new roads, upgrades
Drivers can expect to see more tolls and road-user charges, says Transport Minister.
Labour not sure about calls for politicians to be less political over infrastructure
Chris Bishop wants bipartisanship, other parties say he should look in the mirror.
Govt eyes tolls and congestion charging to fund roading
Tolls and fees may be the way forward for financing new highways and decongesting cities.