Human bones found in Kāpiti coast expressway project
NZTA said the accidental discovery protocol was actioned when the remains were uncovered.
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Bermageddon 2: Auckland Council wants berm parking ban
A motorists' watchdog has hit back, telling the city not to punish car owners.
Major delays for Wellington drivers, capital's trains running again
About 20,000 train commuters were left scrambling to get to work this morning.
Auckland roading project increases safety issues, say locals
A 2012 report found roundabouts should be preferred over signalised intersections.
Commuter crawl: Trains cancelled, reports of cow near Auckland motorway
Crashes, rain, slow trains and a cow added to commuters' woes this evening in Auckland.
Big Read: The big problem with Queenstown - and how to solve it
Queenstown's booming - but can it cope?
Two people killed after car hits garage
Two people have died after a car struck a garage in the western Bay of Plenty.
Uber driver found guilty of killing Auckland father of four in crash
Before Daniel Kopa died he had a tattoo completed in dedication of his children.
Truckies want Kiwis to send in photos of bad roads to show Government
Truck drivers say roads are in a state of disrepair and it's a major safety issue.
Where Kiwis are pinged the most for speeding: new study
The study included mobile cameras and roadside tickets, but excluded fixed speed cameras.
Hero dog back home from pound after escaping injury in horrific crash
Pat has been chowing down on dog rolls and giving "lots of cuddles" after his ordeal.
Milk in glass bottles delivered to your gate
Home delivery is coming back in some towns, with boutique supplies delivered in glass.
Cattle truck driver in Northland fails impairment test during police blitz
Illegal drivers detected by a 40-strong police team during a five-day traffic blitz.
Twyford answers speed reduction critics
Transport Minister Phil Twyford says there won't be wholesale speed limit reductions
Auckland motorway closures: What you need to know
Next week NZTA will close 48 separate stretches of Auckland motorway from 9pm to 5am.
Double-fatal crash: Deaths a 'shock to everybody'
"The boy who was killed in the crash was a good friend of many."
Police appeal for witnesses after truck fatally strikes 10-year-old
Police believe there were a number of witnesses to the fatal Kamo Rd crash.
Serious crashes in Christchurch and New Plymouth, Auckland crash causes congestion
Two-truck collision blocking one lane of a Christchurch intersection.
Four crashes, two stolen cars: Auckland driver's destructive escape
Police would like anyone who witnessed the man's driving to contact them.
'Horrendous' section of gravel highway was on the eve of being fixed. Then iwi stepped in
"This is the closest we've ever gotten and it's been pulled. The community is devastated."
Miracle recovery for boy who lost half his family
Wee fighter tells his dad "I love you" after crash that killed his mum and sister.
Brave crash survivor, 12, recalls crash that nearly took his leg
12-year-old recalls crash: "I am thankful for all the people that saved my life."
Mt Eden crash horror: People 'bawling in the street'
Two still critical - including an 11-year-old girl - after crash ripped one car in half.
Blustery weather downs tree, halts traffic near Pūhoi
Tree that was blocking State Highway 1 north of Auckland cut up and moved.
Drugs involved in nearly 40 per cent of Northland fatal road crashes
Tests on 10 people killed in crashes show five had either meth or cannabis in their blood.
Simon Wilson: 6 myths about road safety
COMMENT: We need to take proposals to lower road speeds much more seriously.
Should Rotorua's urban roads drop to 40km/h? NZTA thinks so
Honest conversations are needed if the roads are to be made safer, says the NZTA.
Three-strike law mooted for phone-using drivers
"Third offence you lose your cellphone, your number and your car for seven days".
Don't like the idea of reduced speed limits? Be a better driver!
EDITORIAL: If speed reductions are anathema to us, we must be honest re the alternatives.
Faster but safer: No deaths on NZ's high speed roads since opening
Two 100km/h speed limits roads have had no fatal crashes in the 18 months since opening.
Road safety: 'Lower speed limits weaken the economy'
"The right speed for the right road." Government to look at lowering the speed limit.
Traffic: Crashes cause delays in Auckland and Wellington
Crashes and breakdowns are causing delays for drivers in Auckland and Wellington.