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Body of Missing Māngere Woman Found
Police have located the body of Eileen ‘Ella’ Davenport, 57, who had been missing from Māngere for nearly three months. Davenport had been missing from her Hain Avenue home since 20 June 2025. On 10 September Police located a body…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 3 Near Sanson
A serious crash on State Highway 3, southeast of Sanson, has prompted a road closure between Sanson and Stewart Road. Emergency services are currently responding to the incident. Police have advised motorists to avoid the area if possible, warning of…
TransportationLaw Enforcement Serious CrashState Highway 3SansonStewart RoadRoad ClosureEmergency ServicesNew Zealand Police
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Far North Police Investigate Burglary, Seek Public Assistance
Far North Police are seeking information regarding a burglary in the Kaeo area where multiple firearms and two vehicles were stolen. The investigation commenced this week, focusing on a rural property. Police believe the incident occurred between September 4 and…
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Severe Gale Warning Issued for Wairarapa and Tararua District
MetService issued a Severe Weather Warning at 12:06pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025, for strong winds affecting the lower North Island. The warning specifically targets Wairarapa and the Tararua District, where northwest gales are expected this afternoon. A Strong Wind…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Heavy Rain Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:40 am on Thursday, September 18, 2025, indicates a high likelihood of severe weather affecting parts of New Zealand. A moist northwest flow is expected to strengthen over the South Island ahead…
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New Zealand's GDP Declines 0.9% in June 2025 Quarter
New Zealand’s gross domestic product (GDP) fell 0.9 percent in the June 2025 quarter, following a 0.9 percent increase in the March 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Activity decreased in the June 2025 quarter across…
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New Zealand Boosts AI Research with $70 Million Investment
The New Zealand government is significantly increasing its investment in artificial intelligence (AI) research and development, earmarking $70 million to foster innovation and economic growth. Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Shane Reti announced the funding boost at the AI Summit,…
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceEconomyTradeFederal Government AI SummitShane RetiAI StrategyInstitute for Advanced TechnologyR&D Funding
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Police Intensify Search for Missing Christchurch Woman
Police are appealing to the public for help in locating Tracy, a 66-year-old woman missing from Christchurch. Concerns are growing for her safety. She was reported missing around 1.20pm on Wednesday, September 17, after she missed a scheduled lunch. Her…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues TracyChristchurchNew Zealand PoliceScarboroughMissing PersonSearch and RescueSumner Coastguard
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Severe Gale Warning Issued for Wairarapa and Tararua District
MetService issued a Severe Weather Warning at 8:35 am on Thursday, September 18, 2025, for strong winds affecting the lower North Island. The warning specifically targets Wairarapa and the Tararua District, where northwest gales are expected. People in these areas…
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Traffic Disrupted in New Lynn After Bus and Car Collide
A crash involving a bus and a car in New Lynn has caused significant traffic disruptions. The incident occurred around 7:02 a.m., leading to immediate road closures between Margan Ave and Rankin Ave as emergency services responded. According to NZ…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for central New Zealand, effective from Wednesday, September 17, 2025. An active front, preceded by a strong, moist northwest flow, is moving over the upper South Island, bringing heavy rain and severe gales. People…
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Fatal Crash in Ellerslie Claims One Life
One person is dead following a two-vehicle crash in Ellerslie. The crash occurred on Main Highway at 3.37pm. A female occupant from one of the vehicles died at the scene, despite emergency services' attempts to help. Another occupant from the…
Social IssuesLaw EnforcementTransportation EllerslieFatal CrashMain HighwayTraffic CollisionAccident InvestigationEmergency ServicesRoad ClosureNew Zealand Police
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Remutaka Hill Road Closed Due to High Winds
The New Zealand Police have announced the closure of Remutaka Hill Road (SH2) due to a high wind warning. The road will remain closed until the winds ease, prioritizing public safety. Motorists are advised to plan for extra travel time,…
WeatherTransportationGeneral Weather Remutaka Hill RoadSH2WellingtonHigh Wind WarningRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceState Highway 3
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Police Seek Public Help After 'Cowardly' Robbery in Whangārei
Whangārei detectives are asking for the public's assistance in identifying two men involved in what they describe as a "cowardly aggravated robbery" that occurred late last month. The incident left the victim with facial injuries. According to Detective Sergeant Paul…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Whangāreiaggravated robberyRathbone StreetPaul OvertonCrime StoppersAssaultNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Main Highway in Ellerslie
A serious two-vehicle crash on Main Highway in Ellerslie has led to significant road closures and critical injuries. Reported at 3:37 p.m. near the Ellerslie-Panmure Highway intersection, the incident has left one person critically injured and another seriously injured. According…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Covers Suppression Breaches, Dog Shooting
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is promising to resolve widespread breaches of suppressed information in the Tom Phillips case. It said a High Court injunction preventing media from publishing certain details related to the investigation…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Southern and Central New Zealand
A front moving northeast across New Zealand is bringing heavy rain and severe gales to a large portion of the country, prompting MetService to issue several weather warnings. People are advised to stay updated with the latest forecasts. Orange-level Heavy…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Braces for High Winds
Auckland Harbour Bridge is preparing for potential high winds tomorrow, Thursday, September 18, with MetService forecasting gusts between 75-85km/h from 9am to 2pm. Authorities will reduce the bridge to four lanes in each direction during the morning peak to ensure…
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Stats NZ Addresses Data Access Issues for June 2025 Quarter GDP
Stats NZ has announced ongoing technical issues with Infoshare that may impact data accessibility for the Gross Domestic Product: June 2025 quarter. To ensure access, all data will be available at 10:45 a.m. tomorrow (18 September 2025) via Infoshare Export…
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New Zealand's Current Account Deficit Narrows to $3.4 Billion
New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted current account deficit has narrowed by $702 million, reaching $3.4 billion in the June 2025 quarter. Stats NZ reported this is the smallest deficit recorded since the June 2021 quarter, which saw a $3.1 billion deficit.…
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New Zealand Police Issue Guidance for Crowded Place Safety
New Zealand Police have released resources to increase awareness of safety measures in crowded places, providing guidance on what to do in the event of an armed attack. As the lead agency of the Crowded Places Strategy, Police aim to…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues New Zealand PoliceCrowded Places StrategyEscape. Hide. TellScentre GroupMike JohnsonPublic SafetyArmed Attack
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Potential for Severe Gales and Heavy Rain
An unsettled southerly flow over New Zealand is expected to ease as a high extends a ridge over the country. A strengthening northwest flow is expected over the South Island later this week, according to MetService. While the risk of…
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Deep Brand Products Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
Vimms Enterprise Limited has issued a recall for multiple Deep brand products due to the possible presence of Salmonella. The recall, initially announced on August 28, 2025, for Deep brand Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix, was updated…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Southern and Central New Zealand
A severe weather warning was issued at 9:29am on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, for southern and central New Zealand, anticipating heavy rain and strong northwest winds. A front, preceded by a strong moist northwest flow, is moving northeast across the…
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Arrest Made in Hobsonville Firearm Incident
A 24-year-old Auckland man has been charged with Wounding with Intent and Reckless Discharge of a Firearm, following an incident in Hobsonville around 4.40pm yesterday, September 16. The man will appear in the Waitākere District Court later today. Police believe…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HobsonvilleAucklandWaitākere District CourtFirearmWounding with IntentArrestCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Central Boulevard in Silverdale
A serious crash involving a car and a truck has closed Central Boulevard in Silverdale, Auckland. Police were called to the scene around 6.50am. One person is in critical condition. Central Boulevard is closed, and Police are advising motorists to…
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Stats NZ: Technical Issues Delay Ratios Table Update
Wellington, 17 September 2025 – Stats NZ reports technical issues with Infoshare that may prevent the ratios table from updating with June 2025 quarter data. However, all data is accessible via the CSV file under Download data on Balance of…
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Wellington Celebrates 20 Years as Home of World of WearableArt Show
Wellington is celebrating its 20th year as the home of the World of WearableArt (WOW) Show. The city is marking the occasion with a WOW Wanderer minibus, a new WOW sign, and special retail and dining offers. The Wellington City…
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Crash Closes Cannons Creek Roundabout After Ram Raid Pursuit
A crash in Cannons Creek has led to the closure of a roundabout as emergency services respond to the scene. The incident occurred at approximately 6am at the Warspite Avenue/Mungavin Avenue roundabout. According to police reports, one of the vehicles…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues Cannons CreekWellingtonNewlandsRam RaidSerious Crash UnitWarspite AvenueMungavin AvenueNew Zealand Police
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Yeelight Staria Bedside Lamp Pro Recalled in New Zealand
A recall has been issued for the Yeelight Staria Bedside Lamp Pro, sold on Mighty Ape between December 13, 2024, and September 4, 2025. The product is being recalled because it was supplied without a certified external power adapter for…
BusinessScience & TechnologyTradeComputers and InternetSocial IssuesLegal Product RecallYeelight Staria Bedside Lamp ProMighty ApeYLCT03YLMinistry of Business, Innovation and EmploymentElectrical SafetyProduct Safety NZ