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Police Seek Information on Baby's Broken Leg in Hutt Valley
Police are seeking public assistance to determine how a three-week-old baby girl sustained a broken leg in Hutt Valley. On December 2nd, authorities were alerted after the infant was taken to a hospital by her family. The nature of the…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hutt Valleybaby injurypolice investigationpublic appealCrime Stoppersbroken legNew Zealand Police
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Police Admit Error in Hawke's Bay Arrest Following IPCA Findings
New Zealand Police have acknowledged the Independent Police Conduct Authority's (IPCA) findings regarding an arrest in Hawke's Bay on July 14, 2024. The incident involved officers entering a Flaxmere property to arrest a man for allegedly breaching electronically monitored bail.…
Law EnforcementLegalPolitics and GovernmentAustralasia New Zealand PoliceIPCAHawke's BayFlaxmerearrestSearch and Surveillance Act 2012
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More Arrests in St Johns Homicide Investigation
Auckland police have made further arrests in the ongoing investigation into the death of Kyle Whorrall, who died in a violent incident at a St Johns Road bus stop on April 19, 2025. Three additional people have been charged in…
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues St JohnshomicidearrestsOperation AberfeldyKyle WhorrallAucklandNew Zealand Police
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Stats NZ Examines Geographic Data Quality in Experimental Census
Stats NZ published a report on December 11, 2025, assessing the quality of geographic information within the experimental administrative population census (APC). The study compares population counts at territorial authorities, Auckland local board areas, and statistical area 2 (SA2) levels.…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyAustralasiaFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEducation
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New Zealand's Filled Jobs Remain Flat in September 2025 Quarter
Wellington, New Zealand – Stats NZ reported that total filled jobs in New Zealand reached 2.23 million in the September 2025 quarter. Seasonally adjusted figures showed a flat trend, with an increase of only 938 jobs compared to the June…
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New Zealand Business Financial Data Shows Sales Increase in September 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's business financial data for the September 2025 quarter indicates positive financial movement across most market industries. Sales reached $197 billion, a $7.6 billion increase (4.0 percent) compared to the September 2024 quarter. Purchases also rose to $138 billion,…
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North Shore Beat Team Tackles Retail Crime, Strengthens Community Ties
The North Shore Beat Team is making a difference in tackling retail crime and strengthening community connections in Takapuna, Glenfield, and Albany. According to Beat Team Sergeant Shane Bainbridge, the team's presence has been warmly received by local businesses and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia
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Police Admit Error in Hawke's Bay Arrest Following IPCA Findings
Police have acknowledged the IPCA’s findings regarding an incident in Hawke’s Bay where officers entered a property unlawfully to arrest a man for allegedly breaching bail on July 14, 2024. The incident occurred when officers went to a house in…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesAustralasia
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for South Island
A front moving onto the South Island on Monday, December 15, is expected to bring a period of heavy rain and strong northwest winds, according to MetService. The west of the South Island and about the Alps are most likely…
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FMA Censure Opes Group for Licence Breaches
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has censured Opes Group Holding Company Limited for breaching its Financial Advice Provider (FAP) licence obligations. The censure follows findings of shortcomings in record keeping, client understanding of advice, conflict of interest management, and adviser…
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Waitematā Police Urge Residents to Secure Properties Against Opportunistic Thieves
Waitematā Police are urging residents to take simple precautions to deter opportunistic thieves during the summer. Inspector Kelly Farrant, Acting Waitematā District Prevention Manager, notes that offenders often seek easy opportunities. "Most burglaries aren’t late-night break-ins for TVs – they’re…
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Wellington's Bike Network Sees Growth
Wellington City Council announced on December 10, 2025, that the city's bike network is expanding. According to the council, more people are choosing cycling as a mode of transport. This growth reflects the city's ongoing efforts to promote sustainable transportation…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessTransportationState GovernmentsEconomy WellingtonBike NetworkCyclingUrban PlanningLocal GovernmentSustainable TransportationWellington City Council
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Recall Issued for Earrings and Glass Meal Prep Sets
Two recalls have been issued for separate products. Handmade Gummy Worm and Salted Pretzel earrings sold at Joy's Handmade Boutique are being recalled due to potential asbestos contamination. The craft sand used on the earrings has been independently recalled by…
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Police Seek Public Help After Armed Robbery at Upper Hutt Bar
Hutt Valley Police are seeking public assistance following an armed robbery at Quinns Post bar in Upper Hutt. The incident occurred just after midnight when a masked individual, armed with a firearm, approached bar staff and demanded money. The offender…
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East Auckland Homicide: Victim's Name Released
Police have formally released the name of the man who died following the homicide on a bus in east Auckland on December 8th. The victim was 59-year-old Sefo Leger of Wai O Taiki Bay in east Auckland. Detective Inspector Glenn…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HomicideAucklandSefo LegerGlenn BaldwinWai O Taiki BayMurderNew Zealand Police
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Gross Earnings Data Delay for September 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ has announced that gross earnings data will not be included in the Business employment data: September 2025 quarter release on December 11, as originally planned. The delay is attributed to issues identified during data preparation. According to the…
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Crash Shuts Mount Victoria Tunnel in Wellington
A two-car collision has closed the Mount Victoria tunnel on State Highway 1 in Wellington. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m., prompting a response from the police and ambulance services. One person sustained minor injuries and is receiving treatment at…
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Rental Property Flow Data to be Reinstated in Price Indexes
Stats NZ will include the flow of rental properties measures (national and regional) in the Selected price indexes: November 2025 release on 16 December 2025. This data has been absent since November 2024 due to necessary work integrating the data,…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentReal EstateEconomyState Governments
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Police Seek Public Help to Find Stolen Red Holden in Palmerston North
Police are asking for the public's help in locating a stolen vehicle after a burglary at a Palmerston North business on Saturday. The incident was reported to police on Sunday, December 7, and involved a commercial property on Domain Street.…
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New Zealand's Annual Net Migration Drops Sharply in October 2025
Provisional estimates for the year ending October 2025 indicate a notable shift in New Zealand's migration patterns. Migrant arrivals totaled 136,100, a 10 percent decrease compared to the previous year. Departures rose to 124,100, marking a 7 percent increase. As…
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in October 2025
Overseas visitor arrivals in New Zealand reached 262,700 in October 2025, a notable increase of 22,500 from October 2024. According to Stats NZ, the most significant increases in arrivals came from Australia (up 13,500), China (up 1,500), and Korea (up…
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New Zealand Geographic Boundaries Updated for 2026
Stats NZ has announced the release of its updated geographic boundaries, effective as of January 1, 2026. These boundaries are available in both spatial formats and as non-spatial classifications. Users can access the geographic boundaries for 2026 through the New…
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaComputers and InternetFederal Government
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Kiwi Cop on Holiday Foils Crown Jewels Vandalism
A Waikato Police officer intervened when protesters targeted the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London. Senior Constable Mark Strongman, with over 29 years of police experience, was visiting the Tower of London with his family when four individuals defaced…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementEuropeSocial IssuesLegal
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Police Issue Kayaking Safety Advice
New Zealand Police are urging kayakers to take precautions before heading out on the water this summer. This reminder follows a recent incident where the Police Maritime Unit, aboard Lady Elizabeth IV, responded to a call for a kayaker who…
Politics and GovernmentDisastersLaw EnforcementAustralasiaState GovernmentsSocial Issues kayakingwater safetyNew Zealand PoliceSenior Sergeant Craig PickeringWellington Marine Rescue CentreLady Elizabeth IVsearch and rescue
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FMA Releases Kaupapa Māori Research to Address Data Gaps
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) - Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko – has released two Kaupapa Māori research papers to address gaps in understanding the experiences of Māori consumers and providers in Aotearoa New Zealand’s financial markets. This marks the first…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaEconomyFinancial MarketsSocial IssuesState Governments
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Expected
A strong southwesterly flow is expected to spread northwards over New Zealand on Friday, followed by easing southwest winds on Saturday as high pressure moves in. Sunday will see a northerly flow developing, with strong winds in exposed parts of…
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New Lynn House Fire Not Suspicious
Police have determined that the fatal house fire in New Lynn on December 8 is not suspicious. A scene examination at the Kohekohe Street property was completed yesterday, along with a post-mortem examination. Police will continue inquiries into the man's…
Social IssuesDisastersLaw Enforcement New LynnHouse FireFatalKohekohe StreetNZ PoliceJarred WilliamsonAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Prisoner Death
Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a prisoner at Mt Eden Corrections Facility. On November 29, 2025, police were alerted to a serious assault at the facility. The male victim was hospitalized with critical injuries. According…
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Urgent Appeal to Find Missing 72-Year-Old in Papatoetoe
Police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate 72-year-old Ulitau, who was last seen at his residence on Kimpton Road, Papatoetoe, around 8am today. Ulitau is believed to be wearing a white T-shirt, black shorts, and black Sketchers shoes. Due…
Social IssuesLaw Enforcement Missing PersonPapatoetoeNew Zealand PoliceUlitauKimpton RoadAucklandPublic Safety
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Akaroa King Salmon Brand Mānuka Cold Smoked Slices and Trim Recalled
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for Akaroa King Salmon brand Mānuka Cold Smoked Slices and Trim due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. According to Charles Fergusson, affected products should not be consumed. The recall was…