Motoring

BOP and Waikato state highway works for September

With Tauranga expecting an influx of 20,000 visitors over the next week for the Zespri AIMS Games, the city will be busier than usual. 'As Tauranga will be welcoming... Read More

Freedom camping: new legislation introduced

New steps to address the environmental and social impact of freedom camping have been taken with the introduction of the Self-contained Motor Vehicle Legislation... Read More

Final round of Forestland series this weekend

It could be considered a case of "while the cats are away, the mice will play", but just don't tell that to the racers who do show up for the third and final... Read More

Scott has a blast at Forestland farewell

South Waikato rider James Scott had an absolute blast in dominating his final big domestic race before he boards a plane for France in a week's time. Round... Read More

Waka Kotahi issues scam warning

Waka Kotahi is encouraging people to be vigilant, because of a number of online scams targeting vehicle owners. The transport agency is aware of three scams that... Read More

Waikato race ideal for international build-up

Expect the cream of the crop to arrive in South Waikato this weekend for their final big dirt-biking blow-out before they head away to compete internationally. Round... Read More

NZ enters strongest international enduro teams

New Zealanders are well-known for punching above their weight on the world stage and three young enduro motorcycle riders - from three small North Island towns... Read More

Tauranga off-street parking fees set to increase

After keeping parking fees low during the Covid-19 pandemic, Tauranga City Council is increasing fees for its off-street paid parking areas in the Tauranga CBD. The... Read More

Full throttle racing a test of nerves and skills

If you can picture superbike racing on a grass track, then you'll have no trouble at all imagining what it may look like at the annual New Zealand Motocross TT... Read More

Safety alert for cardan shaft park brakes

Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency has issued a safety alert for owners and drivers of vehicles fitted with cardan shaft park brakes to raise awareness of... Read More

“Aggressive” speed bumps upset Pāpāmoa residents

Recently installed speed bumps on an arterial route in Pāpāmoa are causing concern for locals. The speed bumps are on Te Okuroa Drive near the intersection... Read More

Petrol drops to $2.66 in Mount Maunganui

Fuel prices are dropping by a considerable amount this week, which comes alongside the Government announcement to extend the fuel excise into January 2023. According... Read More