Tag: traffic
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 1 in Allanton
State Highway 1 in Allanton is closed at Law Road after a two-vehicle crash reported just before 5:40pm. Initial reports indicate serious injuries, and police advise motorists to avoid the area and expect delays.
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SH2 Mangatāwhiri Lanes Cleared After Crash
State Highway 2 in Mangatāwhiri, Counties Manukau, is now fully clear after an earlier crash. New Zealand Police confirmed both lanes are open, with one person hospitalized in moderate condition. Police thanked motorists for their patience.
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SH1 Manakau Reopens After Crash
State Highway 1 near Waikawa Bridge in Manakau has reopened after an earlier crash. Motorists should drive carefully and expect delays as traffic returns to normal, police said.
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Auckland Motorways Face Overnight Closures for Essential Maintenance
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announces overnight closures on Auckland's State Highways 1, 16, 18, 20, and 22 from June 1-5, 2026, for crucial maintenance and improvements. Motorists should plan for detours.
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Auckland SH20 Motorway to See Overnight Maintenance Closures
NZTA Waka Kotahi announces overnight maintenance on Auckland's SH20 in early June, causing full southbound closures and lane restrictions between Hillsborough Road and Neilson Street, with detours in place.
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NZTA Announces Overnight SH1 Closures for Auckland Maintenance
NZTA Waka Kotahi will conduct overnight maintenance on Auckland's SH1 from June 2-4, 2026, affecting Papakura, Manukau, Bombay, and Drury interchanges. Drivers should expect full northbound closures and detours, with potential noise for nearby residents.
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Northbound Lane Blocked After Crash on Ōhaupō Road
A single-vehicle crash has blocked the northbound lane of Ōhaupō Road/SH3 in Ōhaupō, Waikato, this afternoon. Police reported no injuries or other vehicles involved, advising motorists to expect delays.
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State Highway 1 Reopens in Waikato After Police Operation
State Highway 1 / Tirau Road near Karapiro Road in Waikato has reopened after police stood down cordons. Motorists may still experience congestion as traffic clears following an operation.
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Serious Crash Blocks Western Hutt Road Northbound Lanes
A serious crash involving a vehicle and a bike has blocked northbound lanes on State Highway 2 / Western Hutt Road near Silverstream, Wellington. One person is seriously injured, and motorists should expect delays.
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Queens Drive Blocked in Lower Hutt Due to Police Incident
Police are responding to an incident blocking Queens Drive in central Lower Hutt, Wellington, since 4:50 pm. Cordons are in place, but there is no public threat. Motorists should avoid the area and expect delays.
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SH1 Randwick Park Cleared After Crash, One Hospitalized
An earlier crash on SH1 citybound at Randwick Park has been cleared, with one person taken to hospital in moderate condition. Police thanked motorists for their patience during the incident.
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Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Hamilton Truck Crash
A pedestrian sustained serious injuries in a truck crash at Killarney Road and Ellis Street in Hamilton. Police have cordoned off the area, advising motorists to seek alternative routes.
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Pakuranga Road Crash Causes Significant Delays
A crash involving a vehicle and motorbike on Pakuranga Road this morning has led to one person sustaining injuries and significant traffic delays. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes.
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Auckland State Highways to Undergo Nighttime Maintenance
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will conduct nighttime maintenance on Auckland's SH20A and SH20B on May 18-19, 2026. Lane restrictions and detours are expected, with work being weather dependent. Drivers should plan accordingly.
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance to Cause Night Closures and Detours on SH1
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announced night maintenance on Auckland's SH1 from May 17-19, with full southbound closures and ramp shutdowns between Greenlane and Ellerslie. Further weekend lane restrictions are set for May 22-23, advising detours via Great South Road.
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Auckland's SH20 Southbound to Close for Overnight Maintenance
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will close SH20 southbound from Maioro to Neilson Street on May 21, 10 pm-5 am, for maintenance. Multiple ramps will close, and a detour will be in place. Drivers should expect noise and check for…
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Auckland Motorways to Undergo Night-Time Maintenance and Upgrades
NZTA Waka Kotahi announces night closures and lane restrictions on Auckland's SH16 and SH18 from May 17 to June 10 for essential maintenance and safety upgrades, advising detours.
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Te Puke Highway Closed Following Serious Two-Vehicle Crash
Te Puke Highway in Papamoa is closed between Bell Road and Poplar Road after a serious two-vehicle crash around 7:15pm, resulting in critical injuries. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes or delay travel.
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State Highway 2 Waiohiki Northbound Lanes Closed After Crash
State Highway 2 Waiohiki northbound lanes are closed near SH50 due to a single-vehicle crash reported just before 1 p.m. No injuries occurred, but motorists should expect delays and use detours.
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Pedestrian Struck on SH2 in Wellington, Causing Major Delays
A pedestrian was hit by a car on State Highway 2 (Hutt Road) in Wellington this evening, blocking southbound lanes. Emergency services are on site, and significant traffic delays are expected. Police will release injury details soon.
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Auckland's SH20 Faces Overnight Maintenance Closures
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced overnight closures on sections of Auckland's State Highway 20 on May 12 and 13 for maintenance. Detours will be in place for the northbound carriageway and a key on-ramp.
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Widespread Roadworks to Cause Significant Delays Across Hawke's Bay Highways
Hawke's Bay motorists face widespread roadworks and delays until late May, with major long-term closures on the SH2 Expressway and daily shutdowns on SH38. Drivers are advised to plan ahead for significant disruptions across the network.
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Auckland's SH1 Faces Nightly Ramp Closures for Eight-Week Maintenance Project
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has scheduled eight weeks of overnight maintenance on Auckland's SH1 from mid-May. The work between Gillies Ave and Khyber Pass will involve lane restrictions and ramp closures, with detours in place.
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Overnight Maintenance Scheduled for Auckland's State Highway 22
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is scheduling overnight maintenance on Auckland's State Highway 22 for May 9 and May 11. The weather-dependent work includes lane restrictions, ramp closures, and may cause increased noise for nearby residents.
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Auckland Police Warn Cyclists Ahead of Planned Rides
Auckland Police are warning cyclists about upcoming informal rides, vowing to take enforcement action against those who break road safety rules and engage in anti-social behaviour.
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Auckland's Onewa Road to See Overnight Maintenance
Overnight maintenance on Auckland's Onewa Road on May 6 will cause lane restrictions and ramp closures on SH1. Detours will be in place for affected routes.
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Auckland State Highway 20 Maintenance Scheduled for May 2
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announces planned maintenance on SH20 in Auckland on May 2, involving full southbound closure and ramp restrictions. Detours will be in effect.
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Roads Blocked in Lincoln Following Two-Vehicle Crash
A two-vehicle crash has blocked the intersection of Boundary Road and Springs Road in Lincoln, Canterbury. Two people are injured, and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
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Two Dead, One Injured in Rotorua Highway Crash
A fatal two-car collision on State Highway 36 near Rotorua has resulted in two deaths and one serious injury. Police are investigating the cause, with initial findings suggesting a vehicle crossed the centre line.
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Serious Crash on Wairere Drive, Hamilton
A serious crash involving a car and truck has blocked Wairere Drive in Hamilton. One person is in critical condition, with several others seriously injured. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.
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