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State Highway 1 Closed Near Selwyn After Single-Vehicle Crash
State Highway 1, also known as Main South Road, is currently closed near Selwyn Lake Road due to a single-vehicle crash that occurred around 7:30 PM. The incident involved a signal box at the train tracks, resulting in the barrier…
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Nestlé Recalls Alfamino Infant Formula Over Toxin Fears
Nestlé has issued a recall for its Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) due to the possible presence of the cereulide toxin, which is produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. The recall affects specific batch numbers with use-by dates ranging from…
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Pine Valley Road Reopens After Serious Crash
Pine Valley Road in Dairy Flat has reopened following a serious crash that occurred this morning. Emergency services attended the scene, and police have expressed gratitude to the public for their patience during the closure. The road closure caused disruptions…
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Name Released in Sudden Death Near Waiotapu Geyser
Police have released the name of a woman who died near the Lady Knox Geyser in Waiotapu on December 21, 2025. Briar Stockley, 42, of Rotorua, was identified by authorities. Police extended their condolences to Ms. Stockley’s loved ones. Her…
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Police Appeal for Witnesses in Unexplained Devonport Death
Police are continuing their investigation into an unexplained death that occurred in Devonport on New Year's Day. The cause of the death remains unknown, and the police investigation is ongoing. Enquiries suggest that a group of people may have visited…
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Police Urge Drivers to Slow Down After Excessive Speeding Incidents
Police in the Manawatū district are urging drivers to slow down following a concerning number of excessive speed incidents over the past 48 hours. Despite an increased police presence, Sergeant Ryan Harrison noted that some drivers are still traveling at…
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Body Found in Search for Missing Tramper Connor Purvis
Teams searching for missing tramper Connor Purvis have located a body on the southern side of Mount Huxley. The discovery was made around 9am this morning. While formal identification is pending, police believe the body is that of the 20-year-old…
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Serious Crash Closes Pine Valley Road in Dairy Flat
Emergency services are attending a serious crash involving two vehicles on Pine Valley Road in Dairy Flat, Auckland. The incident was reported at 12:50pm today. Pine Valley Road has been closed to allow emergency services to work at the scene.…
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State Highway 1 Blocked Near Karapiro After Single Vehicle Crash
State Highway 1, Tirau Road, southeast of Karapiro, is blocked following a single vehicle crash. Emergency services received reports of the crash at around 1:10pm. There are no reported injuries. Motorists should expect delays and are asked to delay travel…
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State Highway 1 Northbound Reopens After Incident
State Highway 1 northbound at Greville Road has reopened after an earlier incident. The New Zealand Police confirmed the reopening, thanking motorists for their understanding while the situation was resolved. Further updates can be found on the NZ Police app.
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Serious Crash Closes Curletts Road in Canterbury
Curletts Road, State Highway 75, in Canterbury is closed following a serious two-vehicle crash. The incident, involving a car and a motorbike, was reported to emergency services around 11 am today. Police are on the scene, and the serious crash…
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SH1 Northbound Closed in Auckland Due to Serious Incident
State Highway 1 northbound has been closed at Greville Road in Auckland as police respond to a serious incident. Officers were called to the area around 10:50 am. Police are asking the public for their patience and advise drivers to…
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Man Charged in Theft of War Plaques from Invercargill Cemetery
Invercargill Police have charged a 44-year-old man with theft following the removal of veteran war plaques from St John Cemetery. Between October 28 and November 22, nine plaques were taken, with four removed from the graves of Returned Service personnel…
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New Zealand Faces Potential Severe Weather: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast
New Zealand is bracing for a period of potentially severe weather, with MetService issuing an outlook for heavy rain and strong winds from Thursday, January 8, to Sunday, January 11, 2026. A weakening front is expected to move over the…
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes South of Kermadec Islands
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred south of the Kermadec Islands on January 6, 2026, at 06:52:57 UTC. The seismic event originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located 669.1 km northeast of Hicks Bay, New Zealand. The…
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Search Continues for Missing Tramper Connor Purvis
The search for missing tramper Connor Purvis is ongoing, with approximately 50 people involved in the operation. Search efforts are currently focused on the upper South Temple Valley, Mt Huxley, and the Huxley River South Branch, utilizing both foot patrols…
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Search Intensifies for Missing Tramper in Kahurangi National Park
The search is ongoing for Graham Garnett, 66, who was reported overdue in the Baton area of Kahurangi National Park. Garnett was expected to return on December 30 after tramping in the Baton/Ellis River area but failed to do so.…
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State Highway 3 Reopens in Stratford After Truck Load Incident
State Highway 3 at Stratford has fully reopened after an incident involving a truck losing some of its load. The disruption occurred around 10 am today, leading to all lanes being temporarily closed. The road has now been cleared, and…
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Woman Dies Following Early January Crash
A woman who was critically injured in a crash on State Highway 3, south of Turakina, on January 2 has died. She had been transported to Wellington Hospital following the incident and passed away on January 5. Police extended their…
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Police Seek William Nelson-Bell for Assault and Theft Offences
Police are seeking the public's assistance to locate William Nelson-Bell, 23, who has a warrant for his arrest. Nelson-Bell is wanted in relation to assault and theft offences and is known to frequent the Counties Manukau area. Authorities believe he…
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Intensified Search Underway for Missing Tramper Connor Purvis
A significant search operation continues for missing tramper Connor Purvis, with efforts intensifying on Mt Huxley and the Huxley River South Branch. Specialist search teams, including Wānaka Canyon and Drone teams, the Dunedin Cliff rescue team, and multiple Land Search…
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State Highway 3 Partially Blocked After Truck Spills Load
State Highway 3 in Stratford is currently operating with a single lane due to a truck spilling its load in the northbound lane around 10 a.m. today. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident. The…
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MetService Warns of Potential Severe Weather Across New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook indicating potential heavy rain and severe gales across parts of New Zealand from Thursday, January 8, to Sunday, January 11, 2026. While a ridge of high pressure is expected to cover the North…
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Wellington New Year's Eve Celebrations Proceed as Planned
Wellington's popular, family-friendly, and free New Year's Eve celebrations on the waterfront are set to go ahead as planned tonight. The weather is forecast to clear up this evening, ensuring the festivities can proceed as scheduled. The event is a…
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Teenagers Arrested After Alleged Sunnyvale Store Robbery
Police have arrested three youths following an alleged aggravated robbery at a Sunnyvale store. The incident occurred last night at approximately 7:40 pm when a group, reportedly armed with a non-firearm weapon, entered a shop on View Road and demanded…
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Aotea Quay and SH1 On-Ramp Reopen After Incident
Aotea Quay and the State Highway 1 on-ramp have reopened after an earlier crash and subsequent diesel spill. Authorities have thanked motorists for their patience during the closure.
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Wellington Road Closures After Fuel Truck Crash
Aotea Quay in Wellington and the northbound on-ramp for State Highway 1 are closed following a crash involving a fuel truck. The incident occurred around 2:45 am, resulting in a diesel spill onto the roadway. Police have stated that road…
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Search Continues for Missing Tramper in Kahurangi National Park
Police Search and Rescue teams are continuing their search for Graham Garnett, 66, who was reported missing after failing to return from a tramp in the Baton area of Kahurangi National Park. Garnett was expected back on December 30. Search…
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East Coast Road Closed After Serious Single-Vehicle Crash
East Coast Road near Stillwater, Auckland, has been closed by police between Wilks Road and Bawden Road following a single-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to emergency services just after 3pm. One person sustained serious injuries and is currently being…
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Fiordland Rescue Underscores Boating Preparedness
A recent rescue in a remote Fiordland location has emphasized the importance of preparedness for boaters. Two men on a fishing and diving trip south of Milford Sound were stranded Saturday night when their recreational boat experienced mechanical failure. They…
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