'Absolutely devastating': Police issue warning after deadly weekend on NZ roads

Seven people died in a spate of crashes across the country over the weekend.

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NZ Herald22 Jun, 2026 04:42 AM2 mins to readNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, June 22, 2026.

US, Iran peace talks stall again as Trump delivers another outburst. Questions loom over the Greens' new tax policy.Police are urging motorists to make better choices behind the wheel after a deadly weekend on New Zealand roads.Seven people died, with more seriously injured, after a spate of crashes over the weekend.Director of road policing Superintendent Steve Greally said the death toll was disheartening.

“There is

'Absolutely devastating': Police issue warning after deadly weekend on NZ roads

'Absolutely devastating': Police issue warning after deadly weekend on NZ roads

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