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The more stars, the safer the car

17 February 2020 12:47 pm | Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency

Check the safety rating before buying your next car – it could save your life

SH6 Hope to Wakefield, south of Nelson views on current speed limits invited

11 December 2019 1:40 pm | Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is holding two community pop-up events before Christmas to hear what people think about current speed limits on State Highway 6 between Hope and Wakefield.

Safety improvements and parking changes proposed for SH2 Tāneatua

18 November 2019 3:31 pm | NZ Transport Agency

A series of safety improvements and parking changes are proposed for the stretch of State Highway 2 within Tāneatua.

Safer speeds for SH3 between Waitara and Bell Block – consultation now open

18 November 2019 3:27 pm | NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is proposing changes to speed limits on State Highway 3 between Waitara and Bell Block, in addition to planned physical improvements to make the road safer.

NZTA consulting on safer speeds on SH3 Whanganui to Westmere

15 November 2019 10:25 am | NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reviewing speed limits on State Highway 3 between Whanganui and Westmere in an effort to save lives and prevent serious injuries from crashes along this road.

Safe speeds proposed for part of picturesque Milford Road

14 November 2019 6:21 pm | NZ Transport Agency

Consultation starts on Monday, 18 November, on a proposal for safer speed limits on three sections of SH94 between the Homer Tunnel and Milford Sound.

Lower speed limits proposed for SH22 to improve safety

29 October 2019 11:49 am | NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reviewing speed limits on SH22 from the Drury interchange to Paerata in an effort to save lives and prevent serious injuries on this high-risk road.

Lower speed limits proposed for SH16 to improve safety

29 October 2019 11:44 am | NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reviewing speed limits on SH16 from Brigham Creek to Waimauku in an effort to save lives and prevent serious injuries from crashes on this high-risk road.

Safer speeds for SH1 between Taupō Airport and Turangi – consultation now

25 October 2019 3:46 pm | NZ Transport Agency

In an effort to save lives and reduce serious injuries, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is proposing safer speed limits on nine sections State Highway 1 between Taupō Airport and Turangi.

Community feedback sought on safer speeds Takaka to Upper Takaka

17 October 2019 12:14 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency is asking for public feedback on speed limits for State Highway 60, between Upper Takaka and Takaka*, as it continues to make roads safer for all users.

Burkes Pass, South Canterbury, speed limits under review

17 October 2019 11:35 am | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency has announced formal consultation on the speed limit through the South Canterbury township of Burkes Pass, the entrance to the Mackenzie Country.

Residents welcome speed review West Melton

17 October 2019 11:14 am | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency’s announcement of a speed review west of Christchurch on State Highway 73 in West Melton has been welcomed by residents concerned about safety in the growing township.

Safer speeds proposed for SH6 between Blenheim and Nelson

14 October 2019 3:34 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency is reviewing speed limits on State Highway 6 between Blenheim and Nelson in an effort to save lives and reduce the incidence of serious crashes along the high-risk road.

Community invited to discuss speed limits on SH1 north of Puhoi

14 October 2019 9:00 am | NZ Transport Agency

Community members in Warkworth and Puhoi are invited to share their views on the speed limit on State Highway 1 as the NZ Transport Agency strives to make the roads safer for everyone who uses them.

Consultation on proposed highway speed limit change for Lumsden

10 October 2019 4:23 pm | NZ Transport Agency

The NZ Transport Agency is currently identifying highways where lower speed limits could help save lives and reduce serious crashes, and where communities want change.