Motoring

Taupō’s Supercars dubbed a roaring success

Even in the pouring rain, Supercars fans flooded the Taupō International Motorsport Park for the very first time that this event was held in little ol' Taupō. Some... Read More

Where are you most likely to pass a driving test?

A driving expert does not believe it is easier to pass a practical driver's licence test in rural areas. According to data released by Waka Kotahi New... Read More

Top junior motocross talents head to Himatangi

Just last weekend the adult elite of New Zealand motocross wrapped up their annual championship series and now it's the turn of the sport's rising young stars... Read More

Supercars set to roar this weekend

Thousands of racing fans are expected in Taupō for the Super400 event this weekend, and Police have been working alongside organisers to make sure the drama... Read More

Pāpāmoa locals petition council over road safety

Residents of a beachside suburb in Tauranga fed up with speeding and noise on their street are urging council to take action. Rebecca Roe and Jan Neale live... Read More

BOP Mustang owners go for a spin

The original Ford Mustang of 1964 was named after a wild, some say feral, horse found in the USA. Ford Mustangs - new and vintage - continue to be celebrated... Read More

Tough campaign but Harwood made of stern stuff

Yet another national title has headed the way of Hamish Harwood and his CML KTM Racing Team although perhaps this season's win was the hardest of all to achieve.... Read More

Tidying up and testing ahead for Cameron Road

Tauranga City Council says that in the coming week, their team will be tidying up works along the Cameron Road corridor. These include small patches of asphalt... Read More

Roads of National Significance planning underway

The NZ Transport Agency has signalled their proposed delivery approach for the Government's 15 Roads of National Significance, with the release of the State... Read More

Fast-paced action promised for speedway finale

Season finale action for 2023-24 at Baypark Speedway brings the return of the fast-paced Sprint Cars and heavy metal Super Stocks to provide the highlights this... Read More

Taranaki venue will reveal championship winners

For so many riders, this weekend's final round of the 2024 New Zealand Motocross Championships in Taranaki will be the most important race meeting of the season. The... Read More

Lower speed limits for WBOP up to two years away

Lower speed limits are coming for Western Bay town centres, with limits outside rural schools also set to change. Waihi Beach, Ōmokoroa and Te Puke town... Read More