Yearly Archives: 2009

Serious Crash, Truck and Trailer, SH1, Tirau, Waikato

A truck and trailer unit has rolled on SH1 1km north of Tirau. The driver is status 1. Diversions have been put in place Continue reading

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Mayor Calls for End to SH1 Chaos

Rodney District Mayor Penny Webster is urging the NZ Transport Agency to prioritise the planned bypass of State Highway 1 west of Warkworth. That follows chaos on Sunday which saw northbound queues stretching 25 kilometres south of the town and … Continue reading

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Fatal Motorcycle Crash, SH6, Near Punakaiki, Buller District

Fatal crash on State Highway 6 near Punakaiki, where the rider of a motorcycle travelling north, failed to take a bend. Continue reading

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Serious Crash, Tatton and Mangakawhia Rd Intersection, Whangarei

Two of the three occupants injuries are status 2 bleeding profusely from the head areas, third is Status one. Continue reading

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Fatal Crash, Ward Beach Rd Near Ward, Blenhiem Area

Three vehicle crash, SH1, Ward Beach Rd near Ward in the Blenhiem area, South Island. One person dead, others injured. Continue reading

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Merry Cycling Christmas

In 2005 a British poll put the bicycle as the favourite invention since 1800, ahead of nuclear power and the internet. Continue reading

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Hopuhopu Fatal Crash Name Released: Paul McLaughlin

Police have advised next of kin and now confirm the details of the deceased to be one Paul Lawrence MCLAUGHLIN aged 31 years. Continue reading

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Ferrari’s Ultimate Hi-Tech Formula One Driving Simulator

The system is controlled by ten linked computers with more than 60 GB of RAM. It features a Dolby Surround 7.1 sound system. Continue reading

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Gaunt Signs for V8 Supercar Series With Lucas Dumbrell Racing

Auckland based driver Daniel Gaunt has been signed to race in multi-year V8 Supercar deal with Lucas Dumbrell Racing. Continue reading

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73yr Old Lady Caught Speeding at 130kmh on Christmas Day

One motorist was caught speeding at 139 km/h, whilst a 73yr old lady was also caught travelling at 130km/h. Continue reading

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Update: Fatal Crash, SH1 Hopuhopu, Near Taupari

Single-vehicle crash at State Highway 1 Hopuhopu south of Taupiri. 31 year old male from Ngaruawahia died in Waikato Hospital. Continue reading

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Fatal Vehicle Accident, SH1 Between Ngaruawahia,Taupari

Location: SH1 between Ngaruawahia and Taupari District: National Alerts A male believed to be around 30 years was killed when his car left the road and rolled down a bank on SH1 between Ngaruawahia and Taupari at 0120 hours this … Continue reading

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Fatal Vehicle Accident, Rotowaro Road, Huntly

Approximately four kilometres from Huntly a car failed to take a right hand bend and left the road down a 10 meter bank. Continue reading

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Fatal 4WD Accident, Rangitukia Rd, Tikitiki, East Cape

A 4WD lost control on a moderate right hand bend on Rangitukia Road, Tikitiki. Two male occupants died at the scene. Continue reading

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Fatal Motor Accident, Napier-Hastings Expressway

Emergency Services are currently dealing with a fatal motor accident on the Napier-hasting expressway. Diversions are in place. Continue reading

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Please Drive Safely This Festive Season

Press Release – New Zealand Government “Everyone is looking forward to a relaxing break over summer, but it is also the busiest time on the roads. Please use common sense and patience when driving so your holiday break is memorable … Continue reading

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Effective Transport Links and Ministerial Travel

Press Release – Wellington Regional Chamber of Commerce I was intending to write some words on Wellington’s international linkages, but can’t resist commenting on the decisions that Government announced last week on Transmission Gully and the rest of the Levin … Continue reading

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Sandhills Expressway Alliance

Press Release – New Zealand Transport Agency Following recent decisions on the route for the Wellington Northern Corridor, the NZ Transport Agency has announced it will establish a roading ‘Alliance’ for the Sandhills Expressway (Mackays Crossing to Peka Peka). The … Continue reading

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Plan Ahead for Holiday Traffic

Press Release – New Zealand Transport Agency With traffic expected to be heavy over the Christmas holiday period, NZTA is advising motorists to plan ahead to avoid expected delays. During peak travel times, NZTA will be closing the SH 1 … Continue reading

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Book Your Flights on the Go

Press Release – Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines customers can now use their mobile phones to book flights and access selected KrisFlyer services using SIA Mobile. KrisFlyer services include viewing of statements and checking miles earned and redeemed.

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Transport Links and Proper Ministerial Travel

Press Release – Wellington Regional Chamber of Commerce I was intending to write some words on Wellington’s international linkages, but can’t resist commenting on the decisions that Government announced last week on Transmission Gully and the rest of the Levin … Continue reading

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Air NZ Announces Sydney – Rarotonga Services

Press Release – Air New Zealand Air New Zealand will from July operate direct services between Sydney and the Cook Islands, making it the first airline to operate direct services between the two nations. Flights will operate once a week … Continue reading

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Air NZ Announces Sydney – Rarotonga Services

Press Release – Air New Zealand Air New Zealand will from July operate direct services between Sydney and the Cook Islands, making it the first airline to operate direct services between the two nations. Flights will operate once a week … Continue reading

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Don’t Drive Tired Southern Police Say

Press Release – New Zealand Police Only a couple more sleeps until Christmas and the arrival of the jolly man in the red suit and the rush and pressure of the year will be over for many of us. This … Continue reading

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Pacifica Rivals Santa for Box Deliveries

Press Release – Pacifica Shipping As Santa Claus prepares his Christmas presents schedule, Pacifica Shipping is flat out delivering large boxes, each capable of containing Santa’s sleigh and entire team of reindeer. Hundreds of the 40-foot and 20-foot containers – … Continue reading

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