Traffic & Crashes

Fatal crash in Tauranga

One person has died following a crash in Tauranga. Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash on Fraser St, at its intersection with Lloyd St,... Read More

Serious crash in Tauranga, road closed

Reports are coming in of a serious crash in Tauranga. A SunLive reader has messaged in saying there is a crash on Fraser St. "It is at the intersection... Read More

What are some of NZ's most dangerous roads?

Some New Zealand roads are notorious due to the number of fatal and serious crashes there, others because they are steep and narrow with no room for driver error. Most... Read More

NZTA closes passing lanes to help holiday traffic

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has crunched the data to find holiday congestion hotspots in Waikato and the Bay of Plenty - but people might be surprised... Read More

Speeding concerns amid low road toll in WBOP

Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty's 2024 road toll stands at a record low of six deaths, and the district's road policing manager is warning drivers anyone... Read More

Summer activity on State Highway 2

As people wind down for the year, cities empty out and the beaches fill up, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) encourages people to plan ahead for safe summer... Read More

‘Make It Click' Remix drops for Summer festivals

As summer festivals approach, McDonald's and Kiwi DJ Jess Rhodes are remixing road safety with a modern take on the classic Kiwi anthem ‘Make It Click'. Originally... Read More

‘Horrendous’ stink after offal spill on SH3

The Waikato has been hit by a 'horrendous” stench today after a giant offal spill on a state highway near Waitomo. Police told the Herald they had received... Read More

NZTA is routing for a safe and happy summer

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is sprinkling some magic to ensure steady, smoother journeys for people travelling on a key holiday routes around the... Read More

Do you know how to give way in an emergency?

Emergency services in the Eastern Police District are reminding members of the public how to give way to emergency service vehicles. What do you do when you... Read More

Kiwi hit by car, motorists urged to slow down

The death of Spark, a kiwi recently released into Ōtanewainuku Forest, has prompted a plea for motorists to slow down when visiting the Western Bay of Plenty... Read More

Police emphasise safety on roads this Christmas

Police will do our part to ensure your safety on the roads this festive season, but road users need to play their part. Motorists should expect to see Police... Read More