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Body Recovered in Waikato River Believed to be Missing Man
Police have recovered a body from a vehicle submerged in the Waikato River, believed to be that of missing 39-year-old Aydan Brown. Brown was reported missing from Chartwell on August 17, 2025. Officers were searching the river for another missing…
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Police Seek Information on Sydenham Arson
Christchurch Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man they believe may have information regarding an arson incident. The fire occurred at a commercial property on Pilgrim Place in Sydenham around 3:30 AM on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Detective…
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One Critically Injured in Palmerston North Incident
Police have confirmed that one person has sustained critical injuries following an incident in Highbury, Palmerston North, this afternoon. Officers responded to a call at a Pioneer Highway address around 3:15 PM. The injured individual was transported to the hospital…
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Police Appeal for Information on Christmas Day Firearms Incident in Hornby
Police are continuing their investigation into a firearms incident that occurred in Hornby, Christchurch, on Christmas Day and are appealing for further information from the public. The incident took place shortly after 6:30pm on December 25th, with reports of a…
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State Highway 1 Closed in Rakaia After Serious Crash
State Highway 1, also known as Rakaia Highway, is currently closed near Hatfield Overdale Road due to a crash involving two vehicles. The incident was reported at 5:50pm. Three individuals have sustained serious injuries, while a fourth person has suffered…
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River Road Section Closed for Vehicle Recovery
A section of River Road near Clarkin Road in Fairfield, Waikato, has been closed to allow Police to conduct a vehicle recovery. The closure is expected to remain in place until at least 6pm. Motorists are advised to use alternative…
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Police Issue Water Safety Warning After Two Fatal Incidents
Police are urging the public to prioritize water safety following two fatal incidents in the Eastern District over the past 24 hours. The first incident occurred off Wainuiorangi Road in Mahia around 9:20 pm yesterday, resulting in a man's death.…
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Police Respond to Serious Incident in Palmerston North
Police are responding to a serious incident in the Highbury suburb of Palmerston North, with a visible presence in the area. Officers were called to an address on Pioneer Highway at approximately 3:15 PM. Cordons have been put in place…
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Bay of Plenty Police Investigate Suspicious Death and Unexplained Death in Pukehina
Bay of Plenty Police are continuing their investigation into the deaths of two people at an address on Old Coach Road in Pukehina. The death of the woman is being treated as suspicious, and the death of the man as…
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Arrests Made Following Okaihau Aggravated Robbery
Police have arrested one person and are continuing inquiries following an aggravated robbery in Okaihau yesterday. The incident occurred around 2:30 PM when two individuals entered a superette on Settlers Way, took items, and presented a firearm at the store…
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Police Name Missing Waikato River Swimmer
Police can now name the man who is missing following a water-related incident in the Waikato River on Saturday, January 10. He has been identified as 25-year-old Teananga Tiotia, of Hamilton. Police are providing support to his family during this…
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New Zealand Weather: Hot Spell Eases as Rain Approaches
New Zealand is experiencing a shift in weather patterns as the intense heat of the past weekend begins to subside, with rain forecast for the middle of the week. The North Island will see a return to average summer temperatures,…
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Body Found After Man Fails to Return from Swim at Lake Tikitapu
Police responded to a report of a man missing after a swim at Lake Tikitapu/Blue Lake around 10:30 PM on Friday, January 9. The man's body was found shortly after 1:00 AM on Saturday, January 10. "Our thoughts are with…
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Two Charged with Murder in Manurewa Homicide
Two individuals have been charged with murder in connection with a homicide that occurred in Manurewa on Friday night. Emergency services responded to a call at a Balfour Road address around 11:10 p.m. after reports of a shooting. A man…
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MetService Lifts All Severe Weather Warnings for Central New Zealand
MetService has lifted all severe weather warnings and watches for central New Zealand as heavy rain and severe gales have eased. The Strong Wind Warning for the Tararua District, Wairarapa, and Wellington has been lifted as northwest winds have subsided.…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for heavy rain and severe gales affecting central New Zealand on Sunday night and into early Monday morning. The warnings are in effect for the ranges of the Grey and Buller districts due…
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Police Urge Water Safety as Summer Approaches
Police are urging the public to take basic water safety precautions this summer, regardless of swimming ability. Inspector Andrea McBeth, Area Commander for Hamilton City, highlighted the annual tragedies that occur around water. "If you’re heading out to enjoy the…
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New Zealand Faces Minimal Severe Weather Risk This Week
New Zealand is expected to experience minimal severe weather risk throughout the week, according to the latest outlook from MetService. As of Sunday, January 11, 2026, a ridge of high pressure is covering most of the country, indicating a low…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central and Southern New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across central and southern New Zealand, effective through to early Monday morning. An active frontal system is bringing significant rainfall and severe northwest gales to the affected areas.…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central and Southern New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across central and southern New Zealand, effective through to early Monday morning. An active frontal system is expected to bring significant rainfall and severe northwest gales. Heavy Rain…
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Swimmer Missing in Waikato River, Hamilton
A search is underway for a swimmer missing in the Waikato River near Graham Island in Hamilton. Police were alerted to the incident around 3:30 PM on Tuesday after reports of a swimmer struggling and being swept downstream. The individual…
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One Dead in Taukiro Water Incident
One person has died following a water-related incident in Taukiro this afternoon. Emergency services were called to a location off Poripori Road at approximately 2:55 PM after a person was found in the water. Despite resuscitation efforts, the individual was…
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One Dead in Akaroa Water Incident
A person has died following a water-related incident in Akaroa this afternoon. Police were alerted around 1:15 PM after a person was pulled from the water by the Harbourmaster. Despite efforts to revive the individual with CPR, they could not…
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Man Dies in Manurewa Shooting, Police Launch Homicide Investigation
A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Manurewa overnight. Emergency services were called to Balfour Road at approximately 11:10 PM following reports of a shooting. The man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.…
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Severe Gales Expected for Wellington and Wairarapa
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Outlook indicating high confidence of severe northwesterly gales affecting Wellington and Wairarapa, including the Tararua District, early Monday morning. A warning is already in force for these areas. The front is expected to move…
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New Zealand Braces for Heavy Rain and Severe Gales
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and severe gale northwesterlies affecting central and southern New Zealand from Saturday evening through to Monday morning. An active frontal system is expected to bring significant rainfall and strong winds to…
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Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred in the Kermadec Islands region on January 9, 2026, at 12:13:36 UTC. The earthquake's epicenter was located at 31.260S, 177.823W, at a shallow depth of 10 km. This seismic event was situated 788.2 km northeast…
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Kmart Recalls Anko Gel Packs Due to Toxic Chemical Risk
Kmart has issued a recall for Anko Small Gel Pak and Anko Large Gel Pak products sold in Kmart NZ stores and online at kmart.co.nz. The recall is due to the possibility that the gel pak may contain ethylene glycol,…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central and Southern New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across central and southern New Zealand, effective from Saturday night through to early Monday morning. A front is expected to bring heavy rain to the southwest of the…
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Homicide Investigation Launched into Baby's Death in Auckland
Police have initiated a homicide investigation following the death of a 10-week-old baby boy in Auckland. The infant was taken to Pukekohe Maternity Hospital on January 2 in a critical condition, prompting staff to alert the authorities. The baby was…