Emergency services rescue trapped person after car and caravan roll near Cambridge
The southbound on-ramp on SH1 at Cambridge is closed because of an accident.
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Rockscalers finish their work at Waikare Gorge SH2 south
NZTA reports good progress on the rock scaling work in the Waikare Gorge.
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Rock scaling work again tonight
Contractors will carry out rock scaling work in Waikare Gorge on SH2 south again tonight.
Median barriers: Locals 'don't have much faith’ in NZTA u-turn
The transport agency is reconsidering placing barriers on some sections.
Rock woes north of Napier force overnight closures of State Highway 2
Crews set to carry out emergency rockscaling, just north of the Waikare Bailey Bridge.
Taradale crash witnesses sought after death of cyclist
A cyclist and another vehicle collided in Taradale about 10.55am on Sunday.
Letters: Winston Peters' 'retard' remark a national embarrassment
OPINION: 'Using that word in Parliament or anywhere is unacceptable in 2024.'
Speed limit on State Highway 8 drops to 50km/h after several serious crashes
Agency fears motorists may disregard new speed limit through Mackenzie Basin.
Truck fire forces temporary closure of southbound lanes on SH27 south of Mangatarata
The fire happened near Mahuta Rd South and Torehape Rd East.
Waikato Expressway at Ngaruawahia to close for five nights
Work to bring the section up to 110km/h standard continues.
'A game-changer': Northlanders thrilled with four-lane highway announcement
Simeon Brown has announced accelerated work on a new four-lane expressway.
'Large and complex': First Hastings district cyclone bridge fix done
A year and a half on from Cyclone Gabrielle, Chrystal Culvert in Tūtira is complete.
Letters: Ozempic isn't the answer to New Zealand's obesity problem
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'It doesn’t look like it’ll last long’: Northlander describes nail-biting trip through slip-riddled Brynderwyns
The Brynderwyn Hills have been closed again and again - here's why it's such a challenge.
Smooth operators: Asphalt laid at cyclone-hammered Devil's Elbow
Around 80 contractors were involved in the operation.
Town to get one of its one-lane bridges replaced – but the other will have to wait
It will cost up to $125 million to replace all the bridges but bottlenecks will continue.
'Another blow for Northland': Brynderwyns closure highlights need for four-lane highway
The closure of the highway on Saturday shows an urgent need for a Brynderwyns replacement.
Opinion: Budget-busting transport planning needs more political debate, not less
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Residents annoyed after council ignores advice to lower speed limits at trouble spots
A group of residents has raised significant concerns about the safety of a local road.
'Fanatic' environmental leader gets record jail sentence for blocking traffic
The sentences are the longest for non-violent protest in living memory.
It's the right thing to do: Government commits to rollout of speed camera warning signs
The Government is installing warning signs at speed cameras including those in Northland.
So much, so fast, all at once: Govt moves at breathtaking pace on housing market
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'Good progress' on works at Devil's Elbow, Waikoau Hill
Resurfacing, blasting, drainage and guardrail work being done along State Highway 2.
Traffic delays as SH2 protesters hit the road
Another protest is taking place against the installation of median barriers on SH2.
'Lives are at stake': Police, councils may lose access to NZTA cameras
A mayor says she fears 'disastrous consequences' if access is revoked.
Another protest against SH2 barriers planned
Rain or shine, SH2 residents north of Tauranga are ready to protest once again.
Letters: Tolls, targeted rates a small price to pay for decent infrastructure
OPINION: Also in today's letters – parenting and the state; 'reckless' remote inspections.
Key BOP-Waikato highway to close for maintenance
Route between the two regions will close overnight on four consecutive days.
Editorial: National Party's board appointments of the two Bs is a wise choice
OPINION: Paula Bennett and Simon Bridges are a perfect fit.
Waikato Expressway update: Horotiu southbound on-ramp to close for several weeks
The closures would allow for resurfacing works to take place, NZTA said.
