A year in review: What moved the Waikato in October 2024?
As the year draws to a close, the Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.
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This speed camera makes almost $1.5m in six months
The three top cameras collected $3.1 million during the first six months of 2024.
Traffic delays on SH2 in Hutt Valley after motorbike crash
The motorway has now reopened in both directions.
‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZ
Meanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.
Letters: Businesspeople better than career politicians
OPINION: 'We are becoming a nation much like the US – full of diatribe and hatred.'
'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summer
AA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.
Dates confirmed for major closure of SH1 at Karapiro
The detour of SH1 at Karapiro will take an extra 18 minutes.
SH1 open to the North: Mangamuka Gorge ready for summer traffic
Mangamuka Gorge has opened again after years of closure after rain caused multiple slips.
Roads busy from today as holiday exodus begins, one killed in SH25 crash
Parts of the motorway network will be clogged during the Christmas exodus.
Construction starts on SH29 signalised crossing
A signalised crossing is being constructed on the corner of Cambridge Rd and SH29.
One arrested, one moderately injured after SH2 crash
The crash on Wednesday afternoon spilled fuel close to the Waipaoa River Bridge.
Two Auckland motorway crashes cause long delays for drivers
Motorists are being advised to expect delays.
Auckland Harbour Bridge reopens after police incident, southbound traffic delays remain
Southbound traffic is backed up from the Harbour to Northcote Rd.
'Such a load of s***': Mayor fumes at road speed limit hurdles
Mayor's swearing outburst sparked by unforeseen challenges in lowering speed limits
SH1 at Karāpiro to close up to four times a year for maintenance works
The first closure will take place for four days in January.
Wellington bus lane fines take in $10k on first day
Anyone caught using the new bus lanes will get an immediate $150 fine.
Ironman 70.3: Two major Rotorua-Taupō routes closed this weekend
Kiwi triathletes will race in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupō this weekend.
Major North Island roundabout milestone approaches
Construction of the new 60m Piarere roundabout is reaching another milestone.
Hikurangi locals await end of highway detour disrupting town
Trucks smash $300 worth of antiques by driving through Hikurangi detour.
Residents 'insulted' after NZTA scraps upgrade for 'worst intersection in NZ'
The intersection is described as the worst in New Zealand.
NZTA says new revenue needed and is discussing structure of debts
The transport agency will have a $6b annual deficit by the end of the decade.
'Absolutely unacceptable': Investigation after firearm threat against road worker
Police believe the firearm was an air rifle and are working to find the person involved.
'Expect long delays': Multi-vehicle collision on major West Auckland highway
A collision involving a truck and a vehicle has left a driver seriously injured.
'Surgical change': Transport Minister, mayor wield knife to reform Auckland Transport
Local Boards, not AT, will decide projects in their communities.
Council to 'take back control' of Auckland Transport's policy functions
The two Browns have announced a major shake-up to Auckland Transport's functions.
Desert Rd closure pushed back a week but concerns remain
'I think motorists will throw their hands up in horror.'
Telephone Rd to reopen next year after being closed since 2022
Transport Minister Simeon Brown shared the announcement yesterday.
SH29 Piarere roundabout approach in need of urgent repairs
Emergency road repairs are being carried out tomorrow, November 28.
Bus and train fares set to soar with new NZTA targets
NZTA has asked council authorities to hit high revenue targets.
Wellington traffic eases after crashes on Ngauranga Gorge and SH2
NZTA says drivers should still expect delays in both areas.
Driver protection screens to be installed on all Auckland buses by 2026
Bus drivers have been regularly targeted with violence and racist abuse in recent months.
Gisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gears
Gisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.