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Traffic set to build as holidaymakers return
A major route for holidaymakers heading in and out of the Coromandel has been closed.
17 of 40 road fatalities not wearing seatbelts
Northland woman tells of tragedy after her brother fails to wear a seatbelt.
Child seriously injured in Onehunga crash
The child was taken to Auckland City Hospital by ambulance.
Huntly, Papakura crashes block traffic
Accidents at Huntly and Papakura as heavy traffic builds on NZ highways.
Stowaway kitten causes motorway mayhem
The kitten was first rescued from a busy motorway - but her adventure didn't end there.
Traffic set to be heavy for the remainder of today
Traffic is building around Auckland causing delays for many.
Drivers urged to take care as roads melt
NZ Transport Agency has advice for motorists as hot temperatures melt roads.
Serious crash on Kaipara Coast Highway
The collision has left one person with serious injuries.
Traffic building as holidaymakers travel home
NZTA is advising motorists to take extra care on the roads today as numbers build.
Motorway mayhem: guide to NY traffic hotspots
Hitting the highways? Here's where congestion will be at its worst today.
One injured after Auckland motorway crash
Person taken to Auckland City Hospital after car ends up on other side of the barrier.
Traffic woes build in Auckland and Coromandel
Traffic is reaching its peak around the country now, but may ease off this afternoon.
Heading away for NYE? Here are the roads to avoid
Holidaymakers be warned, traffic could cause major disruptions to your plans.
Crash blocking southbound Auckland traffic
Expect heavy congestion on the southbound motorway, NZTA says.
Waikato speedster nabbed by off-duty cop
It proves cops are never off duty, and people don't know who they're speeding past.
Don't drink and drive, look after your mates at RnV
Have fun but be careful, police warn Rhythm revellers.
Boxing Day traffic: Where to avoid
Find out when and where to avoid driving if you want to miss the traffic on Boxing Day.
Four hospitalised after car crashes into ditch
Five people are in Waikato Hospital after their car crashed into a ditch.
Motorway crash cleared, but still long delays
NZTA warning revellers escaping the capital for Christmas to be patient as on the road.
Heavy holiday traffic heading out of Wellington
Heavy holiday traffic heading out of Wellington / NZTA Wellington
Christmas traffic chaos hits those escaping the big smoke
People are being urged to drive safely and plan ahead to reduce holiday traffic chaos.
Weird Science: Kiwis' Christmas Turing tribute
NZ researchers recreate what's thought to be the first computer-generated Christmas music.
Prepare for delays as holiday snarl-ups begin
The annual Christmas holiday rush is growing across the country.
Holiday traffic closes lane on SH1 at Te Horo, Kapiti Coast
Christmas holiday traffic rush starts with queues on State Highway 1 north of Wellington.
Trapped driver has moderate injuries after truck rolls
A truck driver became trapped after their truck rolled in Dunedin.
Motorist's shock at vehicle towing live chicken
A motorist claims he witnessed a chicken being towed behind a car.
Police checkpoints stop 1000 drivers
A warning approaching Christmas that drinking and then driving will not be tolerated.
Bay of Plenty highway cleared of 1km cream slick
A milk tanker lost its load, causing major problems on SH29.
Police seek witnesses to car hitting tree
Two people have been taken to Waikato Hospital after a car hit a tree at Horotiu.
Car drives off cliff near Whangamata
Police and St John Ambulance on their way to the crash between Whangamata and Whiritoa.
Three-vehicle crash blocks SH1 in Whangarei
State Highway 1 blocked in Whangarei after three-vehicle crash.
Plastic barriers planned for highway where 14 have died
Barriers to stop overtaking and cut head-on crashes.