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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications, Invites Public Feedback
Wellington City Council has announced several alcohol licence applications, inviting public feedback. The applications are open for objections, with specific start and close dates for each. These applications include a range of establishments, from restaurants to supermarkets and social clubs.…
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Teens Arrested After Mt Wellington Aggravated Robbery
Two teenagers, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested following an aggravated robbery outside a Mt Wellington petrol station. Police were called to the Mt Wellington Highway location after 11.30pm. Inspector Jim Wilson, Auckland City East Area Commander, stated that…
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Wellington Gears Up for Festive Weekend and Economic Boost
Wellington is set to be a hub of activity next weekend, with a major film premiere, an international cricket match, the arrival of a cruise ship, and a visit from Santa Claus. The events are expected to provide a significant…
WorldEntertainmentBusinessAustralasiaFilm and TVMusicEconomy
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for South Island, New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of the South Island, New Zealand, effective Sunday, December 7, 2025. An active front moving northwards is expected to bring heavy rain and northwest gales. The front is forecast to weaken over…
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Arrest Made in Mt Wellington Homicide Investigation
A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection to the death of an Auckland man in Mount Wellington on Friday afternoon. The man has been charged with murder and other offences, and is scheduled to appear in the Auckland District…
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Car Fire Closes State Highway 26 in Tirohia
State Highway 26 in Tirohia, Hauraki, is currently blocked between Quarry Road and Cadman Road due to a car fire this afternoon. Police were called around 2.20pm following reports of a car on fire on the side of SH26. No…
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement State Highway 26TirohiaHaurakiCar FireRoad ClosureEmergency ServicesNew Zealand Police
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Rainfall Expected in Southern New Zealand
A front approaching the south of the South Island on Tuesday is expected to bring a strengthening northwest flow over the southern South Island. There is low confidence that northwesterlies could reach severe gale about exposed parts of southern Fiordland,…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Rainfall Expected in South Island
A front approaching the south of the South Island on Tuesday is expected to bring a strengthening northwest flow over the southern part of the island. According to the MetService, there is a low confidence that northwesterlies could reach severe…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for South Island, New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of the South Island, New Zealand, effective Sunday, December 7, 2025. An active front is expected to bring heavy rain and northwest gales, weakening as it moves over central New Zealand on…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for South Island, New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of the South Island, New Zealand, effective Sunday, December 7, 2025. An active front is expected to bring heavy rain and northwest gales, weakening as it moves over central New Zealand on…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Rain Expected in South Island
A weakening front is set to move northwards over New Zealand's South Island on Monday, December 8, 2025, bringing with it a risk of severe weather. According to the MetService Severe Weather Outlook issued on Saturday, December 6, a Strong…
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Police Investigate Suspicious Approach at Woodend Beach
Waimakariri Police are appealing to the public for information following a suspicious approach at Woodend Beach yesterday around 11am. Police are seeking to speak with a man described as being in his 50s or 60s, who owns a small dog,…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Expected in New Zealand's South Island
A weakening weather system is expected to move northwards over New Zealand's South Island on Monday, December 8, 2025, while a ridge of high pressure covers the North Island. A Heavy Rain Watch remains in effect for the Westland ranges…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ on Retirement Village Changes
Consumer NZ is reporting that changes to retirement village rules will give more certainty to future residents but not to those who fought for them. It said the changes are a blow to current residents. Consumer NZ also provided a…
BusinessHealthScience & TechnologyWeatherSocial IssuesReal EstateMedical ScienceComputers and InternetEnvironmentGeneral Weather
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast for South Island
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for parts of the South Island, forecasting heavy rain and northwest gales. An active front is expected to move onto the South Island on Sunday, bringing adverse conditions before weakening over central New…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Fiordland
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Warning for Fiordland, anticipating heavy rain on Sunday due to an active front. The public is advised to stay informed with the latest forecasts. The Orange Heavy Rain Warning is in effect for Fiordland…
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Cordons Lifted in Hāwera After Item of Concern Located
Cordons established on Quin Crescent, Hāwera, following the discovery of an item of concern have been lifted. Residents are now permitted to return to their homes. Police have expressed their gratitude to the public for their patience and cooperation during…
Law Enforcement HāweraNew Zealand PoliceQuin CrescentCordonsItem of ConcernPublic SafetySouth Taranaki
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Residents Evacuated in Hāwera Following Discovery of 'Item of Concern'
Police responded to an incident on Quin Crescent, Hāwera, at approximately 2:10 p.m. today, prompting the evacuation of residents after an item of concern was discovered on the property. Cordons have been established at the intersections of Rimu Street and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMilitaryDisasters Hāweraevacuationitem of concernNew Zealand Defence ForceExplosive Ordnance DisposalTSB HubQuin CrescentNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Wayne Clark for Breaching Court Release
Auckland City Police are seeking information regarding the whereabouts of Wayne Tukaha Clark, who is wanted for arrest. Clark, 42, is wanted for breaching his court release conditions. Police advise the public not to approach him and to call 111…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Wayne ClarkAuckland CityNorth ShoreBreachArrestNew Zealand PoliceCrime Stoppers
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Man Dies in Auckland
A homicide investigation has commenced in Mt Wellington after a man died from critical injuries sustained in an altercation. The man arrived at a medical centre on Lunn Avenue around 12.15pm today, where police were alerted. He was then transported…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HomicideMt WellingtonAucklandScott BeardNew Zealand PoliceCrime StoppersStabbing
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Planned for December 6-12
Roadworks are scheduled for Hawke's Bay state highways between December 6 and December 12, with potential delays for travelers. The NZTA Hawke’s Bay team advises checking the Journey Planner or Facebook for the latest information before traveling, as dates may…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationState Governments Hawke's BayState Highway 2State Highway 5RoadworksTraffic ManagementClosuresNZTANZ Transport Agency
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Police Seek Witnesses to Fatal Crash in Tāneatua
Police are appealing for public assistance following a fatal crash in Tāneatua. Acting Inspector Paul Wilson said police are seeking information from anyone who witnessed the crash or saw the movements leading up to it. The incident involved a red…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportationDisasters Tāneatuafatal crashpolice appealHonda AccordReid RoadPekatahi BridgeNew Zealand Police
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Teenager Arrested in $20,000 Clothing Theft
A 16-year-old has been arrested after allegedly attempting to steal more than $20,000 worth of clothing from an Albany store. Police were alerted to the incident at approximately 2.54am, following multiple alarm activations at the retailer on Don McKinnon Drive.…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AlbanyDon McKinnon DriveNorth Shore Youth CourtCJ MilesBurglaryTheftArrestNew Zealand Police
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Fatal Crash Closes State Highway 2 in Matamau
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2, Matamau this morning. The crash was reported at around 9:50am. A second person sustained serious injuries and has been transported to hospital. The road will remain closed for…
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement Fatal CrashMatamauState Highway 2Serious Crash UnitTraffic CollisionAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Motorway Closures Announced for December 5-12, 2025
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight motorway closures between December 5 and December 12, 2025, as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi undertakes essential improvements and maintenance. Closures may be delayed by bad weather and completed at the next available date…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge to Undergo Essential Maintenance Over Summer
Auckland Harbour Bridge will undergo essential maintenance over the summer holiday period, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced. The work includes annual resurfacing on the southbound clip-on lanes between Friday, December 26, 2025, and Monday, January 5, 2026. During…
TransportationWeatherAustralasiaGeneral Weather Auckland Harbour BridgeNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiAucklandMaintenanceResurfacingTrafficShelly Beach RoadNZTA Auckland
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Auckland's SH16 Strand Project Nears Completion
Auckland's SH16 The Strand Optimisation Project - stage two improvements are nearing completion, with all major works expected to be finished by the Christmas Holidays, weather permitting. Next week, the project team will complete line marking on the shared-use path.…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationWeatherAustralasiaState GovernmentsGeneral Weather
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Traffic Stop in Puhoi Uncovers Suitcase of Imitation Firearms
A routine traffic stop in Puhoi turned into a significant discovery for police officers last night. After stopping a fleeing vehicle, they found a suitcase filled with imitation firearms. At approximately 10.10pm, officers attempted to pull over a vehicle speeding…
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Woman Charged After Facebook Marketplace PlayStation Scam
A New Zealand man who was scammed after selling his PlayStation 5 on Facebook Marketplace has had his console returned, and a woman has been charged. The victim, needing money for his wife’s dental surgery, listed his PS5 for sale…
Social IssuesLaw EnforcementLegalMedia Facebook MarketplacePlayStation 5scamNew Zealand PoliceWaitākere District CourtNetsafeCERT
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Missing Manurewa Teenager Found Safe
A 13-year-old previously reported missing from the Manurewa area has been located safe and well, according to police. Police would like to thank those people who provided information. Holly McKay/NZ Police confirmed the news.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Missing PersonManurewaNew Zealand PoliceHolly McKayTeenagerLocatedPublic Safety