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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Northwest South Island
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the ranges of Tasman District, west of Motueka, effective from 8:00pm on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, until 6:00am on New Year's Day, January 1, 2026. An active low-pressure system is forecast…
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Police Seek Dashcam Footage After Serious Crash on Auckland's Southern Motorway
Police are seeking public assistance, particularly dashcam footage, to investigate a serious crash that occurred today on the Southern Motorway in Auckland. The incident took place in the southbound lane at Randwick Park, between Hill Road and Takanini, around 12:30…
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Rakaia Bridge Reopens After Crash, Delays Expected
The Rakaia Bridge on State Highway 1 in Bankside has reopened after an earlier crash. While the bridge is now open, traffic in the area remains heavy. Motorists are advised to continue expecting delays as congestion gradually clears. Authorities expressed…
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Police Name Man Who Died in Napier Crash
Police have named the man who died in hospital after being struck by a car on McGrath Street, Napier, on December 26. He was Carl Louis Duncan. "Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time,"…
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Southern Motorway Southbound Blocked After Crash
The southbound lane of Auckland's Southern Motorway at Randwick Park is blocked between Hill Road and Takanini following a crash this afternoon. Police responded to a collision involving a car and a motorbike around 12:30 pm. Early indications suggest one…
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Firearm and Drugs Found During Traffic Stop in Kawakawa
Police in Kawakawa, Far North, have arrested and charged a 24-year-old man following a traffic stop that uncovered a significant quantity of illegal items. The incident occurred on Tuesday, December 30, around 10:10 PM, when officers observed a vehicle speeding…
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Rakaia Bridge Closed After Two-Vehicle Crash
The Rakaia Bridge on State Highway 1 in Bankside, Canterbury, is currently blocked following a two-vehicle crash. Police responded to the incident, which involved a car and a truck, around 12:40pm this afternoon. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. The…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing Man in Central Auckland
Police are asking for the public's help in locating Stuart, who has been reported missing from Central Auckland. Stuart has been out of touch with his family for an extended period, which is considered out of character. Stuart typically resides…
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One Dead, One Seriously Injured in State Highway 1 Crash
Police have confirmed that one person has died following a serious crash on State Highway 1 at Ohau Point this morning. A second individual sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to a hospital for treatment. Authorities are advising motorists that…
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 1 Near Ohau Point
State Highway 1 near Ohau Point is currently blocked due to a serious crash that occurred this morning. Police were alerted to the collision between two vehicles at 9:38 am. Initial reports indicate that two individuals have suffered serious injuries.…
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Police Appeal for Information in Teishallia Te Paea Homicide Investigation
Police are continuing their investigation into the death of Teishallia Te Paea and are appealing to the public for assistance. Detectives are seeking to speak with three males who visited Ms Te Paea’s Kotuku Street address during August or September…
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New Zealand Faces Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm Threat
MetService has issued a Heavy Rain Warning for the Ranges of Tasman District, west of Motueka, effective from 9:00 am Wednesday, December 31, 2025, until 6:00 am Thursday, January 1, 2026. The region can expect 100 to 130 mm of…
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One Dead in Early Morning Waikato Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Orini, Waikato, early this morning. Police were called to the scene at the intersection of Orini Road and McConnell Road around 12:30 AM. The sole occupant of the vehicle was found…
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Youth Aid Officer Honored with Royal Recognition
Senior Constable Grant Watts, a Police Youth Aid officer based in Palmerston North, has been recognized with a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for his services to the New Zealand Police and youth. Commissioner Richard Chambers…
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Heavy Rain and Gales Warning for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the ranges of Tasman District, west of Motueka, effective from 6:00 am Wednesday, December 31, 2025, to 6:00 am Thursday, January 1, 2026. An active low-pressure system is expected to bring…
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One Dead in Tangoio State Highway 2 Crash
Police have confirmed that one person has died following a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 in Tangoio. The incident was reported just after 11:40 am today. The sole occupant of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. State…
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Tasman District
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the ranges of Tasman District, west of Motueka, effective from 6:00 am Wednesday, December 31, 2025, to 6:00 am Thursday, January 1, 2026. The region is forecast to receive between 100…
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Man Charged After Antisocial Road User Gathering in Gisborne
Police have arrested and charged a 20-year-old man following an antisocial road user gathering in Gisborne. In the early hours of December 30, Police were alerted to a group of around a dozen vehicles participating in antisocial road activity on…
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Name Released in New Plymouth House Fire
Police have released the name of the person who died following a house fire in Trelawney Crescent, New Plymouth on December 24. The deceased has been identified as 49-year-old Dion Thompson, of New Plymouth. Police extended their thoughts to his…
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Stolen Groceries Recovered in Hamilton
Hamilton Police have successfully recovered more than $1700 worth of stolen groceries this morning following a shoplifting incident. Members of the Hamilton Retail Crime Team were on commercial premises when they received a report of a shoplifting incident at another…
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Four Youths Apprehended for Dunedin Burglary
Dunedin Police are thanking the public for their help in apprehending four youths in connection with a burglary in Dunedin Central today. The incident occurred around 12:50 pm when a resident reported hearing a window smash at an unoccupied property…
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State Highway 2 Tangoio Closed After Serious Crash
State Highway 2, Tangoio is closed following a crash. The single-vehicle incident occurred north of Tangoio Settlement Road and was reported just after 11:40 am. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area…
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Police Eagle Helicopter Deployed to Combat Dangerous Road Behaviour in Gisborne
Police are sending a strong message to drivers ahead of New Year's Eve, stating that reckless and anti-social road behaviour will not be tolerated. Officers will be highly visible across Gisborne and the wider Eastern District to ensure community safety…
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Auckland Police Seek Footage of Karangahape Road Disorder and Assaults
Auckland police are seeking public assistance and footage related to a significant disorder incident on Karangahape Road in the early hours of Sunday, December 28. Emergency services responded around 3:41 am to find over 50 people present. The incident led…
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New Zealand Weather: Unsettled Conditions Expected Over New Year Period
New Zealand can expect unsettled weather from Thursday, January 1, 2026, as a large trough of low pressure moves slowly eastwards across the country. MetService has indicated low confidence of warning amounts of rain in the Buller and Tasman Districts,…
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Police Correct Date of Napier Car Incident
New Zealand Police have issued a correction to a previous media release concerning a man struck by a car in Napier. The incident, which was previously stated to have occurred on December 27th, actually took place on December 26th. Police…
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Road Closed After Truck Rollover and Fallen Trees
The road between Shannon and Tokomaru in Central District is closed this morning following a truck rollover and fallen trees due to strong winds. The incident occurred just north of Shannon at approximately 9:15 am today. The driver of the…
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Severe Weather Warning Issued for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and gale-force winds across central New Zealand. An active low-pressure system moving southwards is expected to bring significant weather impacts throughout Tuesday. A Strong Wind Warning is in effect for Manawatu,…
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Hawke's Bay Police Urge Safety and Responsibility This Holiday Season
Hawke's Bay Police are issuing advice to locals and visitors to ensure a safe and enjoyable New Year period. Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke's Bay Area Commander, emphasized the importance of responsible behavior for everyone in the region. "We welcome you…
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Man Dies After Being Hit by Car in Napier
A man has died after being struck by a car in Napier on December 27. The incident occurred around 10:10 p.m. on McGrath Street. The man sustained critical injuries and was taken to hospital, where he sadly passed away on…