Traffic & Crashes

Interlock devices for repeat drink drivers wanted

As we head into Christmas, some of us have been getting merry - perhaps a bit too merry. If a survey commissioned by the alcohol industry is anything to go by,... Read More

On the ball Police nab wanted man

Update, 12.34pm: Two occupants of a car are in custody following the driver being recognised as someone on their wanted list, by sharp-eyed and quick-thinking... Read More

Takitimu North Link – one year on

One year into construction on the Takitimu North Link has seen environmental controls in place, site accesses established, five bridges in construction, a site... Read More

Road closed following heavy vehicle crash, SH39

Emergency services are responding to a vehicle crash on State Highway 39, Puketotara involving a heavy motor vehicle. "The road is closed while an oil spill is... Read More

Holiday congestion: What are the worst areas?

Holiday congestion. Two words motorists hear every year. Congestion is nothing new for Tauranga residents who deal with it on a daily basis when travelling into... Read More

Congestion charging possible under system

A new national ticketing system for buses, ferries and trains also opens the way for more road tolls and to introduce congestion charges for motorists for the... Read More

Cameron Road works paused over the holiday period

Construction on Cameron Road will be taking a break over the Christmas period. The Cameron Road Joint Venture will be off site from Friday, December 23, 2022,... Read More

Weather putting a dampener on road renewal work

Weather has been a constant conversation starter this summer, with rain more frequent than sun for large swathes of the country. The forecast for the remainder... Read More

Vehicle crashes into fence and flips near Te Puna

One person has been taken to hospital following a crash near Te Puna in the Western Bay of Plenty this morning. Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle... Read More

NZTA: Deaths & serious injuries not inevitable

New Zealand's road safety authorities are urging Kiwis to back the vision of an New Zealand where deaths and serious injuries on our roads are not inevitable. "With... Read More

Ute crashes into bank on State Highway 36

UPDATE: Police say there are "no injuries of note" to report after a ute crashed into a bank on State Highway 36 in the Bay of Plenty. Emergency services were... Read More

The rule of three for a safe summer break

It's going to be extra busy on the roads this holiday season so 'stay alert, stay sober and slow down”. That's the message from Dr Li Hsee, chair of the... Read More