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Search Underway for Two Overdue Climbers on Aoraki Mount Cook
A search is underway for two climbers who are overdue on Aoraki Mount Cook. According to Inspector Vicki Walker, Aoraki Area Commander, "There are currently strong winds and rain in the area." Police Search and Rescue and Department of Conservation…
WorldWeatherDisastersGeneral Weather Aoraki Mount CookSearch and RescueclimbersDepartment of ConservationInspector Vicki WalkerpoliceNew Zealand Police
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Name Released in Karioitahi Beach Death
Police have released the name of the man who died at Karioitahi Beach last week as 26-year-old Ali Hayder Hadi, of Te Atatū Peninsula. Ali was at Karioitahi Beach with his brother and two friends when they encountered difficulties in…
Law EnforcementDisasters Karioitahi BeachAli Hayder HadiTe Atatū PeninsulaNew Zealand PoliceDrowningAccidentCoroner
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Crash Closes Lane on State Highway 1, Dunsandel
A crash this morning has closed one lane on State Highway 1/Main South Road in Dunsandel, Selwyn. The single-vehicle accident, where a vehicle hit a powerpole, occurred between Browns Road and Frasers Road. Police were notified at approximately 11:50am. Initial…
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Foxton Beach Fire Victims Named
Police have released the names of the two people who died in a Foxton Beach house fire last Tuesday. They were 79-year-old Thomas Muliaga, and 71-year-old Fiona Cameron. Inspector Ross Granthan, Manawatu Area Commander, said, “Our thoughts remain with their…
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Woman Charged After Man Found Dead in Tauranga
A woman has been charged after a man was found dead at a Tauranga address on Sunday, December 14. Emergency services were called to a Fraser Street address at approximately 11.40am, where they discovered the deceased man. A 37-year-old woman…
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Police Investigate Stabbing at Wellington Bar
Wellington police are investigating a stabbing that occurred at an Allen Street bar early Saturday morning. According to Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch, the incident took place at the Ace of Spades bar around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday. Police were…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal WellingtonstabbingAllen StreetAce of Spades barCrime StoppersTim LeitchViolent CrimeNew Zealand Police
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Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
Heavy rain and strong northwest winds are impacting parts of the South Island, with the North Island bracing for similar conditions on Tuesday. A cold front is moving up the country, bringing periods of heavy rain and strong northwesterlies, followed…
WeatherAustralasiaDisastersGeneral Weather South IslandNorth IslandHeavy RainStrong WindsMetServiceMetService New Zealand
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Teens Apprehended After Vehicle Theft in Henderson Valley
Four teenagers are in police custody after allegedly stealing a vehicle in Henderson Valley overnight. Police were called to William Wallbank Crescent, Swanson, at approximately 1.15am following reports of a vehicle theft. Acting Waitematā West Area Prevention Manager, Acting Inspector…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Henderson Valleyvehicle theftSwansonWaitākere Youth CourtYouth Aid ServicesCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Person of Interest in Ruatiti Double Homicide
Police are seeking public assistance to locate Mitchell Cole, 29, in relation to a double homicide in Ruatiti. Two people were found dead at a Murumuru Road property on Saturday afternoon. The scene examination is ongoing, with the Police Eagle…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesWorld RuatitihomicideMitchell ColePolice Eagle helicopterMurumuru RoadCrimestoppersNew Zealand Police
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Security Guard Helps Nab Burglars in New Lynn
A security guard's vigilance led to the arrest of two burglars in New Lynn. At approximately 12.40am, police were alerted to a possible burglary at a commercial premise on Portage Road after receiving a report from a security guard. Acting…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal New Lynnburglaryarrestsecurity guardWaitematāNick SalterPortage RoadNew Zealand Police
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:28 am on Monday, December 15, 2025, indicates potential weather hazards for New Zealand. On Wednesday, December 17, a front is expected to move east of the North Island. There is low…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales for South Island
MetService has issued a severe weather warning at 9:40 am on Monday, December 15, 2025, for parts of the South Island, citing the likelihood of heavy rain and severe northwest gales. An active front preceded by strong, moist northerlies is…
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Six Arrests Made in Waikanae Homicide Investigation
Police have made six arrests in their investigation into the death of Michael Tofts, who died at a Kakariki Grove, Waikanae address on Wednesday, November 19. Five gang associates have been charged with murder, and one person has been charged…
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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Public Objections
Wellington City Council has announced that several alcohol licence applications are now open for public review and objections. These applications span a range of establishments, from bars and restaurants to gift shops and supermarkets, across Wellington. The public can submit…
Politics and GovernmentLegalBusinessState Governments Wellington City Councilalcohol licenceGarage Project Leeds StreetParliament Gift ShopTe AroTawaNewtown
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Fatal Crash in Waipa Claims One Life
One person died following a two-vehicle crash in Waipa last night. The crash on Arapuni Road was reported just after 8:40 pm. One person died at the scene, and three others sustained serious injuries. Arapuni Road remains closed near Monckton…
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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 severe northwest gales. An active front, preceded by strong and moist northerlies, is expected to move over the South Island on Monday, followed…
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Fatal Crash in Mataura Claims One Life
One person died in a single-vehicle crash in Mataura late last night. Police were called to the scene on Oakland Street at approximately 10.05pm. Tragically, the sole occupant of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. The Serious Crash…
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Man Found Dead in Tauranga
A homicide investigation has commenced following the death of a man in Tauranga. Emergency services discovered the deceased at a Fraser Street address around 11.40am today. According to Detective Inspector Lew Warner, one person is assisting Police with enquiries, and…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HomicideTaurangaFraser StreetDeath InvestigationPoliceDetective Inspector Lew WarnerNew Zealand Police
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Homicide Investigation Underway in Tauranga After Man Found Dead
A homicide investigation is underway in Tauranga following the death of a man today. Emergency services were called to a Fraser Street address at approximately 11.40am, where they discovered the deceased man. A person is currently assisting Police with enquiries,…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:14 am on Sunday, December 14, 2025, indicates that a front will move rapidly northeast from the South Island onto the North Island on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. This front is expected…
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Hawke’s Bay Police Urge Residents to Secure Homes This Summer
Hawke’s Bay Police are urging residents to take extra precautions to secure their homes as the summer season begins. Recent reports indicate a rise in opportunistic thefts, with thieves exploiting unlocked doors and windows, even when residents are present. There…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia Hawke’s BayPolicehome securitytheftsHastingsGabrielle ParsonsNew Zealand Police
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Ruatiti After Two Deaths
A homicide investigation has commenced in Ruatiti following the discovery of two deceased individuals at a rural property this afternoon, according to Central District Commander Superintendent Dion Bennett. The scene examination is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Sunday, December 14, and…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:27am on Saturday, December 13, 2025, indicates a front moving northeast across New Zealand. The front is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to both the South and North Islands.…
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Five Arrested After Albany Aggravated Burglary
Five people were arrested on Friday following an aggravated burglary in Albany. At approximately 11.20am, five individuals entered a commercial premise on The Avenue. An altercation occurred while they were taking items, resulting in minor injuries to the store owner,…
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Motorcyclist Dies in Kaitaia Crash
One person died following a crash on State Highway 1, Kaitaia, last night. The single vehicle crash, involving a motorcycle, was reported near Victoria Valley Road just before 8:50pm. The rider was transported to hospital in a critical condition, however…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reviews Sunscreens, Electric Cars, and More
Consumer NZ is reporting on a variety of product tests and consumer advice. It said its database compares over 160 sunscreens from more than 40 brands, filtering by SPF, water resistance, and testing year. The organization has also tested over…
BusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaEconomyComputers and InternetSocial Issues
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Police Seize Assets from Wairarapa Drug Supplier
A long-running investigation has resulted in the seizure of assets from drug supplier Wayne Namana. Justice Dale La Hood granted a profit forfeiture order against Namana totalling $653,000, which police calculated as the unlawful benefit he received from his offending.…
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues Wayne NamanaAsset Recovery UnitWairarapaCriminal Proceeds (Recovery) Actdrug supplierprofit forfeitureorganized crimeNew Zealand Police
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Marine Search and Rescue Training Exercise Planned off Port Taranaki
A multi-agency marine search and rescue training exercise will be conducted off the coast of Port Taranaki to the Bell Block area on Sunday, December 14. The exercise aims to test and improve coordination and response capabilities among agencies involved…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Marine Search and RescuePort TaranakiBell BlockTraining ExerciseTaranakiWade CallanderNew Zealand Police
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Man Dies in Rotorua
A homicide investigation is underway in Rotorua after a man died overnight. Police were called to Ford Road just before 8:30 p.m. following reports that a vehicle had collided with a tree. The sole occupant was found with critical injuries…
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Affordable Housing Boost: Te Kāinga Te Puna Opens in Wellington
Wellington's newest Te Kāinga apartments are opening this week, introducing 80 warm, dry, affordable homes to the central city. The development, named Te Kāinga Te Puna, has seen strong demand, with over two-thirds of the tenancies already secured prior to…
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