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Severe Weather Outlook: North Island Faces Potential Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
A low-pressure system moving from the north Tasman Sea towards the North Island is expected to bring a period of unsettled weather to New Zealand. Issued at 10:35 am on Monday, November 10, 2025, the MetService outlook highlights uncertainty regarding…
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Serious Crash Blocks West Coast Road/SH73 near Kirwee
West Coast Road/State Highway 73, Kirwee, west of Darfield, is currently blocked following a serious crash this morning. The incident, involving a ute and a truck, occurred at approximately 8am, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Initial reports suggest…
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Wellington City Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Several alcohol licence applications in Wellington are now open for public objection. These applications include Kaiota, located at 55 Molesworth Street, Thorndon, with the objection period running from November 5 to December 10, 2025. Leroy's, situated at 2 Gilmer Terrace,…
Politics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesState Governments Wellingtonalcohol licenceKaiotaLeroy'sGinny'sSalty PidginNew WorldWellington City Council
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City Gallery Wellington Reopens with Cornelia Parker Exhibition
City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi is reopening in Te Ngākau Civic Square with a major exhibition by Cornelia Parker, a significant 21st-century artist. The gallery is making its return with this exhibition.
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Whakapapa Village Evacuated Due to Tongariro Fire
Evacuation of Whakapapa Village - Tongariro Fire update #8 Whakapapa Village is being evacuated as a precaution due to the fire in the Tongariro National Park. Thirty six people who live in the village were warned earlier today that they…
WorldDisastersEnvironmentAustralasia fireevacuationTongariro National ParkWhakapapa Villageemergency
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Media Monitor: ABC News reports Philippines evacuates residents ahead of typhoon
ABC News is reporting that the Philippines has evacuated more than 100,000 residents across its eastern and northern regions ahead of Super Typhoon Fung-wong making landfall. In other news, police are investigating witness reports of a single gunshot heard near…
Law EnforcementWorldPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesScience & TechnologyAsiaAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsClimate ChangeMedical ScienceEducation PhilippinesTyphoon Fung-wongDezi FreemanQueenslandAccidentEvacuationNatural DisasterABC News Australia
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Media Monitor: ABC News reports Philippines evacuates residents ahead of typhoon
ABC News is reporting that more than 100,000 residents across the eastern and northern regions of the Philippines have been evacuated ahead of Super Typhoon Fung-wong making landfall. In other news, police are investigating reports of a gunshot heard near…
Law EnforcementWorldPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesAsiaAustralasiaGeneral Politics PhilippinesTyphoon Fung-wongDezi FreemanTongariro National ParkWildfireEvacuationABC News
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Traffic Delays Expected in Upper Hutt Following Two Crashes on SH2 River Road
Upper Hutt motorists are facing delays this evening following two crashes on SH2 River Road. Emergency services responded to a two-vehicle crash on River Road, Clouston Park, between Fergusson Drive and Totara Park Road, at approximately 5.50pm. Fortunately, only moderate…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisastersSocial IssuesAustralasia
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Truck Accident Closes State Highway 1 Near Invercargill
State Highway 1 between Longbush and Kennington, near Invercargill, is currently closed. A truck struck an electric power pole on the highway. Emergency services responded as a precaution, but no injuries were reported. Contractors are working to repair the electrical…
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Serious Crash Blocks Road in Johnsonville, Wellington
A serious crash in Johnsonville, Wellington, has blocked a road after a car hit a pedestrian. The incident occurred shortly before 1:10pm on Moorefield Road, near the Johnsonville library. Police have confirmed that the pedestrian is believed to be seriously…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial IssuesDisasters JohnsonvilleWellingtoncar crashpedestrianMoorefield RoadNew Zealand PoliceSerious Crash Unit
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Low Confidence of Severe Weather
A front is expected to move northwards over the North Island on Tuesday, followed by a ridge of high pressure. The MetService reports minimal risk of severe weather. On Wednesday, a low pressure system is expected to move southwards onto…
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Fatal Crash in Carterton Claims Life
One person has died following a crash involving two cyclists in Carterton. The incident occurred on Kokotau Road around 11.30am on October 8th. Police and emergency services attended the scene. The injured cyclist was airlifted to hospital in critical condition…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisasters Fatal CrashKokotau RoadCartertonSerious Crash UnitEmergency ServicesAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports firefighters return to wildfire
Radio New Zealand is reporting that firefighters have returned to Tongariro National Park to battle an out-of-control wildfire. RNZ said the large fire had triggered evacuations of trampers and caused the closure of a nearby highway.
SportEntertainmentWeatherDisastersTransportationSocial IssuesClimate ChangeMusicDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather RNZTongariro National ParkfirefighterswildfireevacuationshighwayRNZ News
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State Highway 47 Closed Due to Fire in Tongariro National Park
State Highway 47 is currently closed due to a large fire in Tongariro National Park. Emergency services are working at the scene. The closure affects the stretch of State Highway 47 from the intersection of State Highway 46 at the…
Politics and GovernmentDisastersTransportationAustralasiaLaw Enforcement
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Fatality in Hamilton East House Fire
A person was found dead after a house fire in Hamilton East this morning. Emergency services responded to a fire on Wellington Street just after 6am, where they located a person deceased at the property. A scene guard is in…
DisastersLaw Enforcement FatalityHamilton EastHouse FireEmergency ServicesWellington StreetNew Zealand PoliceFire and Emergency New Zealand
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Serious Crash Closes Lake Terrace, Taupō
Lake Terrace at Matuku Street in Two Mile Bay, Taupō, is closed after a single-vehicle crash. Police responded around 12.45pm. One person has serious injuries and is receiving medical assistance. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. Motorists should expect…
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Matamata Man, Michael Plowman, Dies in Crash
Michael Plowman, 51, of Matamata, died after a crash on Waharoa Road East and Pohlen Road on October 30. Police are investigating. "Our thoughts are with Michael’s friends and family at this difficult time," police said.
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Serious Crash Closes Kokotau Road, Parkvale
Kokotau Road in Parkvale, Wellington, is currently closed following a serious crash involving cyclists this morning. Police were called to the scene at approximately 11:30 am. Initial reports indicate that there are serious injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has been…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues Kokotau RoadParkvaleWellingtoncyclistsSerious Crash UnitRoad ClosureAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Hutt Valley Police Disrupt Anti-Social Road User Gathering
Hutt Valley Police successfully disrupted a planned anti-social road user gathering in Lower Hutt last night. Dozens of infringements were issued, pink and green stickers were handed out, and a car and some fireworks were seized. The night began in…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Hutt ValleyNew Zealand PoliceAnti-social behaviourRoad safetyCrime StoppersQueensgateGumboot Friday
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Severe Weather Outlook: Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
A front and associated low are forecast to move northwards over the South Island, bringing rain to many areas and strong winds to parts of the South Island and southern North Island, according to MetService. The weather outlook, issued at…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports Z Energy Apology
Consumer NZ is reporting that Z Energy has apologized for any confusion caused by parts of its campaign. It said the apology was also directed to any customers who thought Z was going to stop selling petrol any time soon.…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Medicine Shortages, Flatmate Costs
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand is at risk of running out of some medicines if a global catastrophe strikes. It said a study found that none of the 10 most extensively prescribed pharmaceuticals could be manufactured locally. RNZ also…
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Arrest Made in Connection to Brooklyn Shooting
A 34-year-old woman has been arrested in Palmerston North in connection with the shooting at Brooklyn’s Pukehinau Flats last Sunday. She is due to appear in Palmerston North District Court on Saturday, November 8, on charges of aggravated robbery, and…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalAustralasia BrooklynPukehinau FlatsPalmerston NorthWellington CIBJocelyn BellAggravated RobberyAssaultNew Zealand Police
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Planned for November 8-14
Road users in Hawke's Bay are advised to plan ahead for planned roadworks on state highways between November 8 and 14. Asphalting is underway at night between Westshore and Bay View on State Highway 2. Travelers between Napier and Wairoa…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationDisastersAustralasiaState Governments
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Trio Arrested After Allegedly Targeting Tsunami Alert Speakers
Three people, aged 16, 17, and 18, are facing charges of theft and unlawfully taking a vehicle after allegedly targeting tsunami alert speakers at a residential property in Mangawhai. The incident occurred just after 7 a.m., when the homeowner disturbed…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues MangawhaiPuhoiWaitematā NorthTsunami Alert SpeakersTheftPolice Eagle helicopterDelta Dog UnitNew Zealand Police
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Auckland's SH16 The Strand Project Continues with Stage 2 Improvements
Auckland's SH16 The Strand Optimisation Project is moving forward with stage 2 improvements. Recent work has focused on grading the site compound on The Strand, in preparation for reinstating the car park. This grading work is scheduled to continue into…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Weapons and Drugs Seized in Takapuna Search
A search warrant executed at a Takapuna property led to the discovery of weapons, drugs, and drug paraphernalia, police said today. The warrant was part of an investigation into threatening behavior. Officers attended an address on Karaka Street yesterday to…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal TakapunaWaitematā CIBNorth Shore District CourtMike WilliamsKaraka StreetketamineIEDNew Zealand Police
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Two Mongrel Mob Members Arrested After Police Pursuit in Wairoa
Two Mongrel Mob members have been charged following an incident in Wairoa, thanks to the work of police staff. According to Inspector Danny Kirk, Area Commander for Tairawhiti, the arrests occurred after an event yesterday afternoon. At around midday, Detectives…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Mongrel MobWairoaGisbornePoliceFirearmCrimeArrestNew Zealand Police
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Crash Closes Lanes on Auckland Harbour Bridge
A crash on the Auckland Harbour Bridge has caused disruption this morning, with emergency services attending the scene. Police responded to the single-vehicle incident at approximately 11:17 am. As a result, northbound lanes two and three have been closed to…
TransportationLaw Enforcement CrashHarbour BridgeAucklandNew Zealand PoliceTrafficEmergency ServicesSingle-Vehicle Accident
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Auckland Motorway Closures Planned for 8-14 November 2025
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight motorway closures between 8-14 November 2025, as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi undertakes essential improvements. Closures due to bad weather will be rescheduled for the next available date before Friday, 14 November 2025. A…