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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Wellington City Council has announced that several alcohol licence applications are now open for public objection. These applications include Southward Distilling Tasting Room, located at 70 Kingsford Smith Street, Rongotai, Wellington, with the period for objections running from September 10,…
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Police Investigate Man's Injuries in Queenstown
Police are investigating an incident in Queenstown where a man sustained serious injuries. Officers were called to the intersection of Moke Lake Road and Glenorchy-Queenstown Road at approximately 6:15 pm yesterday. They located a man with unexplained injuries. He was…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues QueenstownMoke Lake RoadGlenorchy-Queenstown RoadDunedin HospitalChristchurchNew Zealand PoliceIncident Investigation
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ACT Local Candidate's Billboard Vandalized with Gunfire
An ACT Local candidate in Northland had his campaign billboard vandalized with gunfire this week. The incident involved bullets tearing through the face of Matthew Yovich, the Bream Bay candidate, on his signs in Whangārei. Yovich stated that he was…
Politics and GovernmentEducationSocial IssuesAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducation
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Tairāwhiti Gang Gathering Sees Minimal Issues, Say Police
Police report that a planned gang-related gathering in Tairāwhiti this weekend saw no significant issues regarding the behaviour of those who attended. Additional police were brought in from around the Eastern district to increase police presence for the event. Inspector…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesMedia TairāwhitigangEastern DistrictalcoholpoliceGwynne Pennellpublic safetyNew Zealand Police
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Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash in Newbury Claims One Life
One person died in a single-vehicle crash on Hansens Line, Newbury, Manawatū. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 9am, with the crash believed to have occurred overnight. The sole occupant of the vehicle was found deceased at the…
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Serious Crash Closes Hansens Line in Newbury
Emergency services are responding to a serious single-vehicle crash on Hansens Line in Newbury, Manawatū. Police were called to the scene at approximately 9am. The road is currently closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice.…
TransportationLaw EnforcementSocial Issues NewburyManawatūHansens Linesingle-vehicle crashroad closureemergency servicesNZ PoliceNew Zealand Police
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Trampers Rescued in Middlemarch After Poor Planning
A group of five young adults was rescued in Middlemarch after setting out on a tramp in poor weather. The group got into difficulty and became lost, but were able to call for help around 7.30pm. Police Search and Rescue…
WeatherSocial IssuesAustralasiaDisastersLaw EnforcementTransportationGeneral Weather
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Severe Weather Expected to Hit New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:40 am on Sunday, September 14, 2025, indicates that New Zealand is bracing for a period of unsettled weather. The forecast, which spans from Tuesday, September 16, to Friday, September 19, 2025,…
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Severe Weather Warning: Gales Ease in New Zealand
A severe weather warning issued by MetService at 7:42pm on Saturday, September 13, 2025, indicates that potential severe west to southwest gales affecting parts of New Zealand are easing. Gale west to southwest winds, which had been affecting much of…
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Auckland CBD Protest Concludes Peacefully
Auckland protestors have now left Victoria Park, according to an update from the Police Media Centre. Police expressed their appreciation to the organizers and participants for following guidance regarding the adjusted route, which ensured the safety of everyone involved. They…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Auckland CBDVictoria ParkProtestNew Zealand PolicePeaceful EventPublic Safety
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Man Arrested in Queenstown with Firearm and Drugs
A 30-year-old man is facing charges after police discovered a modified firearm, cocaine, and shotgun shells in his vehicle in Queenstown. The vehicle was stopped at approximately 4:30 a.m. yesterday on Suburb Street, after it aroused police suspicion. The search…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal QueenstownfirearmdrugsarrestcrimePaula EnokacocaineNew Zealand Police
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Auckland CBD Protest Draws 20,000, Roads Reopening
An estimated 20,000 people participated in protest activity in Auckland CBD today, eventually arriving at Victoria Park. According to police, a number of protesters have started dispersing from Victoria Park, and police will continue to monitor those who remain. Roads…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsTransportation Auckland CBDVictoria ParkprotestNZ PoliceJarred WilliamsonPublic SafetyNew Zealand Police
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State Highway 2 Blocked at Whakamārama
State Highway 2 is blocked at the intersection with Pahoia Road in Whakamārama, due to fallen power poles and trees. No injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. Diversions are in place, but…
WeatherTransportationDisasters State Highway 2Pahoia RoadWhakamāramaTrafficRoad BlockagePower PolesTreesNew Zealand Police
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Auckland CBD Protest Monitored by Police
A police operation is currently monitoring protest activity in Auckland CBD. According to a statement released by New Zealand Police, the main group of protesters has arrived at Victoria Park, while others are spread across Queen, Customs, and Fanshawe Streets.…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Auckland CBDProtestVictoria ParkQueen StreetCustoms StreetFanshawe StreetJarred WilliamsonNew Zealand Police
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Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Pacific-Antarctic Ridge
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck the Pacific-Antarctic Ridge on September 12, 2025, at 23:12:55 UTC. The quake was located at 56.264S, 142.951W, with a depth of 10 km. Its epicenter was approximately 2727.5 km ESE of Waitangi, New Zealand. Other…
WeatherScience & TechnologyDisastersAustralasia EarthquakePacific-Antarctic RidgeWaitangiSeismologyUS Geological SurveyNatural DisasterUSGS Earthquake Reports
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Heavy Rain Forecast for New Zealand
New Zealand is preparing for a week of severe weather, according to the latest outlook from MetService issued at 10:24am on Saturday, September 13, 2025. An unsettled west to southwest flow is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain…
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Auckland CBD Protest: Police Manage Demonstrators on Queen Street
Protesters are currently moving down Queen Street as part of a protest in Auckland CBD, according to the New Zealand Police. Police officers are deployed along the route to Victoria Street to manage the activity, with traffic management in place.…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Auckland CBDQueen StreetVictoria StreetProtestNew Zealand PoliceJarred WilliamsonTraffic Management
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Auckland CBD Faces Protest Disruptions
A police operation is underway in Auckland's CBD to manage ongoing protest activity. Protesters are converging in the city center, with Aotea Square as an initial gathering point. The protest is expected to proceed down Queen Street towards Victoria Park,…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Auckland CBDProtestAotea SquareVictoria ParkQueen StreetNZ PoliceJarred WilliamsonNew Zealand Police
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Severe Gales Expected to Hit New Zealand This Weekend
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Warning for New Zealand, effective Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 9:30 am. Gale-force west to southwest winds are expected to develop across the country today, gradually easing on Sunday. An Orange Strong Wind Warning…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Announces August Giveaway Winner
Consumer NZ is reporting that T. Graaf from Auckland won a Breville espresso machine in August's giveaway. It said this month's prize is a robot vacuum cleaner. Consumer NZ also noted a little-known protection that could save New Zealanders money…
BusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaEconomyComputers and Internet
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Malibu and Axis Tri-Axle Boat Trailers Recalled Due to Brake Line Issue
Malibu Boats Pty Ltd has issued a recall for MY21-25 Malibu and Axis tri-axle boat trailers due to a potential issue with the brake lines. The recall affects trailers built after September 21, 2020, and sold until May 20, 2025,…
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Rubbish Pile Unrelated to Tom Phillips Investigation, Say Police
New Zealand Police have clarified that a pile of rubbish seen in aerial photos next to police vehicles is unrelated to the Tom Phillips investigation. The photos, used by several media outlets, show a quad bike and motorbike relevant to…
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Severe Gales Expected to Hit New Zealand This Weekend
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for New Zealand, forecasting gale-force winds across many regions this weekend. The warning, issued at 8:37 pm on Friday, September 12, 2025, indicates that strong west to southwest gales will develop on Saturday…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Avoids Closure as Protest March Cancelled Due to High Winds
Auckland Harbour Bridge will remain open to southbound traffic tomorrow, as the planned protest march has been called off due to predicted high winds. NZ Police informed NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) that the protest would no longer cross…
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Cordons Lifted on Te Anga Road After Police Investigation
Cordons on Te Anga Road have been lifted after a scene examination. The area is on private property, and the landowner has indicated that entry would constitute trespassing. Media are asked to stay away from the area. The Phillips family,…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Protest Shifts to Central Auckland Due to Weather
A planned protest in Auckland has been moved from the Harbour Bridge to central Auckland due to unsafe weather conditions. Inspector Stefan Sagar, Relieving Waitematā District Commander, stated that the protest will now take place between Aotea Square and Victoria…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation AucklandAuckland Harbour BridgeprotestAotea SquareVictoria ParkWeatherPublic SafetyNew Zealand Police
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Rotorua Police Arrest Reckless Motorcyclist in Ongoing Operation
Rotorua Police have made another arrest in their operation targeting illegal motorcycle users. A 21-year-old has been charged with reckless driving and is due to appear in the Rotorua District Court on Thursday, September 19. The individual was allegedly observed…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation RotoruaPoliceArrestReckless DrivingMotorcycleRoad SafetyJohn StaplefordNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Tom Phillips Case, Misinformation, Homeowner Losses
Radio New Zealand is reporting that questions remain about the Tom Phillips case after he was shot dead in a confrontation with police. RNZ said authorities are investigating those suspected of helping him evade capture and who decided Phillips was…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldSportSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementEconomyTradeFinancial MarketsMiddle EastAustralasia
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Durra Brand Tahina Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
Aldiery's Mediterranean Market Ltd has issued a recall for Durra brand Tahina (800g) due to the possible presence of Salmonella. The affected product has the following identification details: Lot No. 78 and a Best Before date of 06/04/2027. It is…
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Two More Youths Charged with Murder in Kaea Karauria Homicide
Hawke’s Bay Police have charged two additional youths with murder following the homicide investigation into the death of 15-year-old Kaea Karauria. The two youths are 16-years-old and will both appear in Napier Youth Court later today. This follows a 15-year-old…