Motoring

Traffic chaos in Papamoa

Traffic congestion at the Domain Road roundabout in Papamoa is being put down to a combination of road works and the fall-out from last night's fatal hit and run... Read More

Unravelling fatal crashes

New Zealand is taking a ‘safe system' approach to reducing trauma on New Zealand roads. But what does that mean? The Difference Between Life and Death is... Read More

Dirt flies at new home

It's noisy, full of dirt and nestled in the TECT All Terrain Park. But most importantly, it's a place the Tauranga Motorcycle Club can call home. This weekend... Read More

Police: 23 crashes over weekend

Waikato Police are urging motorists to watch their following distances after a serious crash on a busy highway led to the death of a woman in hospital overnight. Last... Read More

Minor delays expected on SH2

Road works planned for the Domain Road roundabout are expected to create minor delays for people travelling on State Highway 2. The NZ Transport Agency says on Monday... Read More

Caution urged over 'summer ice'

With rain on the horizon, motorists are being urged to keep an eye out for potentially dangerous ‘summer ice' on the roads. The Metservice are forecasting... Read More

Police asking motorists to 'be cool'

With schools across the region starting up this week Waikato Police are driving a campaign to keep all road users safe by reducing the risks. Starting dates are... Read More

UPDATED: Thames Coast Rd crash

UPDATED - 4.25pm: The woman who was trapped in her vehicle after it left the Thames Coast Rd is now being transported to hospital. Fire Service Northern Communications... Read More

Low fuel prices spark safety fears

Bay of Plenty customers making the most of cheap fuel are being reminded not to throw common sense out the window after filling up soft drink bottles and risking... Read More

Back to school warning for drivers

Lead by example is the message police want parents and caregivers to listen to as thousands of children return to school this week. Western Bay of Plenty road policing... Read More

Car crash, Tairua Whitianga Rd

Police are currently attending a car which rolled into a bank along Tairua Whitianga Rd sometime before 11am this morning. Fire Service Northern Communications... Read More

Police: Ride safe and be safe

Waikato Police are imploring motorcyclists to do everything they possibly can to 'ride safe and be safe” when out on the road. This plea for riders to consider... Read More