New ZealandGisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gearsGisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.21 Nov 03:14 AM
New Zealand'Best solution': SH1 section set to partially reopen this week'We lost four days of work since we started work in this area, all because of rain.'19 Nov 07:40 AM
New ZealandDesert Road shutting for nearly two months'We need a minimum ground temperature of 13C to carry out pavement works.'18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo crashes on SH29, lower Kaimai RangeEmergency services are responding to a vehicle crash on SH29 in the lower Kaimai Range.18 Nov 04:45 AM
New ZealandFake plates outsmarting speed cameras, Northland leaders warnA councillor was alerted to the issue by an NZTA staff member.17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhangaparāoa residents furious over ferry service reviewPeninsula commuters are angry another service is on the chopping black.12 Nov 10:28 PM
New ZealandRoad worker threatened with firearm on SH1, police investigatingA road worker was threatened with a firearm on State Highway 1, near Ātiamuri.10 Nov 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The risk of death is higher': What Cabinet knew when it raised speed limits on our roadsCabinet knows higher speeds are dangerous but it's had no advice on the economic benefits.08 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Get rid of it': Gisborne councillors discuss Grey St trial safety concerns with staffProtesters demand change as councillors debate Grey St intersection safety issues.06 Nov 03:38 AM
New ZealandProtests to choke motorways, harbour bridge: Two anti-Govt demonstrations in four daysNZTA says it is liaising with police, warns Aucklanders to be prepared for disruptions.06 Nov 03:14 AM
PoliticsTwin tunnels or mega-tunnel? Government reveals its plan for Wellington's future'These improvements will result in significant travel time savings during peak times.'05 Nov 03:34 AM
New ZealandWatch: Increasingly loud highway bridge becoming 'unnerving' to cross, truckie saysNew decking is to blame for the 'increased noise'.02 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSporting events see SH1 road works at Taupō jump the queueOriginally, NZTA planned for a second SH1 closure between Ātiamuri to Wairākei.31 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandGreat news for Far North: Date confirmed for Mangamuka Gorge highway reopeningAn event of some sort will be held to coincide with the reopening.30 Oct 03:35 AM
New ZealandHow to make the Public Works Act work for you if your land is needed for a highwayLand is needed for the SH1 corridor, but what about the property owners?27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWho's watching you? Auckland's surveillance camera network revealedAs new hi-tech equipment arrives, the Herald does a stocktake on the city.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCoromandel bridge project wins consultancy award'Reconnecting communities safely and quickly following natural disasters is critical.'25 Oct 03:05 AM
New ZealandDeath of rare frogs linked to Brynderwyns roading workNative frogs were endangered by concrete used in the upgrade, a report says.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGroundwork begins for four-lane Hawke’s Bay Expressway, construction start date moved forwardGroundwork is under way and Govt says the construction start date has been moved forward.22 Oct 12:24 AM
New ZealandTransmission Gully link road closed for 'critical' workA link road on Wellington's Transmission Gully is about to be ripped up.21 Oct 07:59 PM
New ZealandTararua mayor’s ultimatum over highway tollHer council will refuse to take back maintenance of three detour routes if road is tolled.16 Oct 09:43 PM
New ZealandDamaged section of SH2 won't have two lanes for 14 monthsThe 'Devil's Elbow' has 15 major construction sites along it after Cyclone Gabrielle.15 Oct 11:02 PM
New ZealandHeavier double-decker and electric buses causing more damage to roadsHeavier buses are damaging roads more than the usual diesel buses.14 Oct 11:11 PM
New ZealandState Highway 3 closed following ‘serious crash’ near Taranaki; two injuredMotorists are told to expect delays.13 Oct 03:03 AM
New ZealandNo NZTA funding to replace three cyclone-destroyed bridges'Some bridges did not meet the criteria, which is disappointing news for affected whānau.'11 Oct 01:39 AM
New ZealandDannevirke SH2 northbound closure: detour in place for asphalt resurfacingAsphalt resurfacing for section of SH2 in Dannevirke.11 Oct 01:30 AM
New ZealandWaikato solar farms, mines, housing projects, and highways make Fast Track BillThe 19 Waikato projects are spread across infrastructure, energy, housing and mining.10 Oct 04:06 AM
New ZealandCar trapped under pickup truck after three-vehicle rush-hour crash on Auckland motorway“Delay your journey or use an alternative route.”09 Oct 04:55 AM
New ZealandNZTA advises Auckland to Wellington motorists to avoid SH1A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.04 Oct 04:13 AM
New ZealandScared kids push to slash speed limit past Gisborne school after cars clocked at 106km/hLives at risk: Speedsters clocked driving 106km/h past rural school.03 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThree people injured after truck and car crash on SH3One man was seriously injured and was transported to hospital by helicopter.30 Sep 09:54 PM
New ZealandHighway fire: Emergency services put out two blazes on Bay of Plenty roadsideThe road has now reopened.28 Sep 10:18 PM
New ZealandCyclone recovery work nears completion in CoromandelMore than $170 million has gone into the Coromandel following the cyclones.26 Sep 05:34 AM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about road closures on SH1NZTA says motorists can expect 'roadworks galore' on SH1 due to major projects.23 Sep 08:15 PM
