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Our Mission: To reduce the incidence and severity of road traffic crashes with a focus on alcohol and speed

01/10/2026

Four new road rules are now in affect following a government announcement to improve safety and better reflect how people travel today.

1. Children up to 12 years old are allowed to ride bikes on footpaths and parents or caregivers are allowed to ride with them.
2. A minimum passing gap of 1.5 metres is required when drivers pass other road users.
3. People are allowed to ride e-scooters in cycle lanes.
4. Road users are required to give way to buses leaving bus stops in areas with speed limits of 60km/h or less.

For more information visit NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi or click the link in the comments ⬇️

21/09/2026

Road Safety Expo at Wairoa College 🦺🛣️

Almost 100 students at Wairoa College took part in our Road Safety Expo last Tuesday, with messaging specifically aimed at young and future drivers.

These senior students tackled 14 interactive activities, exploring everything from the impact of distractions on their ability to concentrate and perform tasks, to learning about specific road safety issues and what to do if they come across a crash.

It was a great day of practical, hands-on learning, helping young people build the knowledge and skills to make safer choices on our roads.

Ka pai tō mahi great work to everyone involved - a special shout out to Kahungunu Executive, Wairoa Young Achievers Trust, Hawke's Bay - Fire and Emergency, Eastern District Police and NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.

31/08/2026

10 fatal crashes on Central Hawke’s Bay roads over 18 months – including 7 on State Highway 2.

10 lives lost – including 8 Central Hawke’s Bay locals.

10 lives lost is 10 too many.

Today, Police are launching a six-month road policing operation, focusing on reducing road trauma on State Highway 2.

The operation will focus on targeted enforcement, prevention, education and community engagement and is being undertaken alongside NZTA, local councils and other road safety partners.

We are asking our communities to play their part.

Simple behaviours like buckling up before you travel, not getting behind the wheel if you’re impaired by alcohol, drugs or fatigue, staying fully focused on the road without any distractions, and slowing down, are crucial in avoiding crashes and deaths.

Together, we can make our roads a safer place.

06/08/2026

Road safety starts with our young drivers 🚗

Last week, our RoadSafe team visited Tamatea High School for a road safety mini expo, working with NZ Police to engage with Year 11 and 12 students on the key factors that contribute to serious crashes and injuries: distraction, speed, impairment, tyre tread depth, driver training and seatbelt use.

Students took part in a range of hands-on activities designed to demonstrate how distractions, alcohol, and drugs can affect concentration, reaction times, and decision-making, even during the simplest tasks.

We deliver 6 to 8 of these road safety expos each year across Hawke's Bay high schools, helping young people understand the importance of giving their full attention to driving and making safe choices on our roads.

A big thank you to New Zealand Police, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Fire and Emergency NZ, and Dunstalls Funeral Services Ltd for supporting these important events and helping us share these life-saving messages.

07/05/2026

‼️Slow down, stay focused and wear seatbelts 🚨

The data speaks for itself... unsafe driving behaviours are a daily occurrence and that's just not ok.

In a two year period, along with Eastern District Police, we've observed 74,284 vehicles across Napier and Hastings at checkpoints.

The most commonly recorded unsafe behaviours:
🤳978 drivers using a phone
🔒723 drivers not wearing a seatbelt
🚗 270 speed infringements.

We know we can do better Hawke's Bay... Let's do better.

05/05/2026

🚧 Real Talk. Real Learning. Real Impact.🚦

On Wednesday we took road safety straight to the students at Central Hawke’s Bay College in Waipukurau.
👥 118+ students
🚓 Police–led road safety session
🔄 11 hands on activities

From understanding impairment, seatbelts, and driver skills to seeing what really happens at a crash scene, students rotated through powerful, eye opening experiences designed to make road safety hit home — before they ever hit the road.

This is what prevention looks like.
This is how we change behaviour.
This is how we save lives.

Huge thanks to Central hawkes bay college for having us, Eastern District Police for their mahi, and everyone who helped make this Expo happen 🩵

07/04/2026

👍 Thanks for stopping in travellers!

Shout out to everyone who stopped by the SH5 Mohaka Fatigue Stop on Friday. We had over 100 vehicles call in and take a break, a chat with our Eastern District Police and grab a quick coffee and a bite to eat before hitting the road again.

We had carloads from Thames, Waihi and more stop in on their way south for the long weekend. Lots of Aucklanders too (we see you big city dwellers coming down for a quiet getaway) 👀

Taking a break when you're tired is one of the easiest ways to reduce crash risk.
We hope everyone made it back home safely 🚗🏠

02/04/2026

☕ Fatigue Stop Today – SH5 Southbound

If you're travelling southbound on SH5 today, stop in at the Mohaka Rest Stop near McVicar Road between 12pm and 3pm.

RoadSafe Hawke’s Bay and Police will be there with a BBQ, refreshments and a chance to take a safe break before continuing your journey.

A quick stop could make your trip safer 🚗💚

01/04/2026

🚗 Fatigue stop for southbound drivers – SH5

Travelling south on SH5 for the long weekend?

RoadSafe Hawke’s Bay and Eastern District Police will be hosting a Fatigue Stop on Friday from 12pm – 3pm at the Mohaka Rest Stop near McVicar Road (southbound only).

Pop in, stretch your legs and take a break before continuing your journey.
We’ll have:
🔥 BBQ
☕ Refreshments
🚻 Portable toilet facilities

Driver fatigue is one of the hidden dangers on our roads – a short break can make a big difference!

Drive safe and arrive safely 🚗💚

Address

159 Dalton Street
Napier
4110

Website

http://www.roadsafehb.org.nz/

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