Traffic & Crashes

Police issue warning following double fatal crash

Police are urging people to slow down on the roads following a double fatal crash on Christmas Day. Two people died in a single-vehicle crash on Clevedon-Kawakawa... Read More

“Cracking a window won’t help”

The AA is warning motorists that with a hot summer predicted to hit New Zealand, it's more important than ever to keep children and pets out of parked cars.... Read More

Top tips for safe towing this summer

New Zealanders are expected to hit the road in droves over the summer holidays this year and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency reminds you it's important to make... Read More

A swimming hole jaunt mates will never forget

Sunbathing, swimming and plummeting down a 25m cliff - it's a swimming hole jaunt that Alyssa Joe and four friends from high school will never forget. 'I'm just... Read More

Police and NZTA plea “arrive alive these holidays”

'Arrive alive - if you're drinking, don't drive.” That's the message from New Zealand Police and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency with Christmas just... Read More

Truck jackknifes on SH33

No injuries are being reported following a crash on State Highway 33 this morning. Emergency services were called to reports of a truck that had jackknifed on... Read More

Districts team up to tackle drink driving

A total of 126 people now face drink drive prosecution after Bay of Plenty and Waikato Police teamed up to tackle impaired driving in both Rotorua and Tauranga... Read More

Reducing road rage over Christmas

Road rage, break ins and stolen vehicles can all contribute to a stressful Christmas, so AA Insurance is urging Kiwis to exercise kindness, courtesy and caution... Read More

More than 20k people expected for Bay Dreams

Sunday, January 3, will be a busy day for the city's roads with up to 20,000 people expected to attend Bay Dreams music festival at Trustpower Baypark Stadium. To... Read More

Is your car ready to travel this Christmas?

With Christmas just around the corner, AA Motoring is calling on all motorists to make sure their vehicles are safe to drive and road trip ready. They have shared... Read More

Calls for caution near highway construction sites

Motorists planning a festive holiday trip in the Waikato or Bay of Plenty are urged to plan ahead, drive with care and be aware of construction sites on state... Read More

Vehicle crash in Waioeka Gorge

There has been a vehicle collision in the Waioeka Gorge. Due to the crash near Waiata Rd on SH 2 between Opotiki and Gisborne, motorists are asked to follow the... Read More