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L'Authentique Chicken & Duck Parfait Recalled in New Zealand
Charcuterie du Pacifique Sud Limited has recalled L'Authentique Chicken & Duck Parfait (100g) due to a failure in food safety controls. The recall, dated January 14, 2026, affects products with a 'Use by' date of 24/08/26. The product, sold in…
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Southland Man Faces Court for Reckless Driving After Speeding Four Times Over Limit
A 63-year-old Southland man is facing court after allegedly driving a black sports car at speeds exceeding four times the posted limit in Edendale. Police received multiple reports on Wednesday, December 24, from the public regarding a speeding black sports…
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Man Charged Over Whananaki Business Assault
Police have charged a man in connection with an assault on a business owner in Whananaki. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, January 11, shortly after 8pm, when the victim was allegedly assaulted by a patron. Whangārei-Kaipara Area Commander, Inspector…
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Police Seek Footage After Fatal Rotorua Crash
Police are seeking dashcam or CCTV footage of a silver Lexus sedan, registration DZS7, following a fatal crash on State Highway 36 near Rotorua yesterday evening. The collision occurred around 5:30pm when the Lexus sedan collided with an oncoming truck.…
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Serious Crash Closes Motorway Lanes in Papakura
Police are responding to a serious crash on the Southern Motorway in Papakura, Auckland. The collision, which occurred in the northbound lanes near the Papakura on-ramp, involved a car and a bus and was reported at 10:50 AM. One person…
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New Home Consents Increase Driven by Multi-Unit Dwellings
New home consents in Aotearoa New Zealand increased by 7.0 percent in the year ended November 2025, with a total of 35,969 new homes consented. This rise was predominantly led by multi-unit homes, according to figures released by Stats NZ.…
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New Zealand Sees Slight Rise in Filled Jobs in November 2025
New Zealand's labour market showed a slight expansion in November 2025, with a 0.3% increase in seasonally adjusted filled jobs compared to the previous month. This rise represents an addition of 6,569 jobs, bringing the total to 2.35 million filled…
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New Zealand Faces Unsettled Weather with Potential for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
New Zealand is set for a period of unsettled weather as a large, complex low is expected to move slowly eastwards across the North Island and northern South Island from Friday, January 16th. MetService has issued a severe weather outlook…
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Young Driver Dies in High-Speed Crash After Police Pursuit
A young driver has died and two passengers are in serious condition in hospital after the car they were in crashed into an oncoming truck in Hamurana, north of Rotorua, yesterday. Police received multiple calls around 4:30pm on Tuesday reporting…
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued a Heavy Rain Warning for central and northern New Zealand as a low-pressure system moves in from the Tasman Sea. The warning is in effect from Wednesday evening, January 14, 2026, through Thursday, January 15. An Orange…
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Three Critical After Waitārere Beach Shooting; One Dead
Three people are in a critical condition following a shooting incident overnight in Waitārere Beach. Police discovered a man deceased at the scene on Waitārere Beach Road and are not seeking anyone else in connection with the event. Responding to…
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One Dead in Sydenham House Fire
One person has died following a house fire in Sydenham this afternoon. Police were called to assist Fire and Emergency New Zealand at the Korimako Lane property around 4pm. One person was transported to hospital in critical condition, where they…
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Serious Crash Closes Tauranga Direct Road in Rotorua
Tauranga Direct Road in Hamurana, Rotorua, is closed following a serious crash involving two vehicles this evening. The incident occurred around 5:30 PM between Hamurana Road and Te Waerenga Road, resulting in several injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has been…
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Name Released: Man Dies in Mahia Water Incident
Police have confirmed the identity of a man who died following a water-related incident in Mahia on Sunday, January 11. The deceased has been identified as 69-year-old Peter Reece Walker, a resident of Mahia. Police extended their condolences to Mr.…
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Correction Issued on Fatal Rangitikei Crash
New Zealand Police have issued a correction regarding a fatal crash that occurred on Taihape-Napier Road. An earlier press release incorrectly stated the incident involved two vehicles and a pedestrian. The corrected information confirms the crash involved only one vehicle…
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Police release name of woman who died in Okitu water incident
Police can now release the name of the woman who died following a water-related incident in Okitu on Monday, January 12. She was 42-year-old Sandie Lee Reihana, from Kaiti, Gisborne. Police extended their thoughts to her family and friends during…
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Police Warn of Rising Nitrous Oxide Use While Driving
Bay of Plenty Police are expressing concern over a notable rise in the use of nitrous oxide by individuals while driving. The substance, often consumed from small silver canisters, poses a significant risk to all road users. Nitrous oxide can…
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Fatal Crash on Taihape-Napier Road
A fatal crash involving two vehicles and a pedestrian occurred on Taihape-Napier Road in Rangitikei this morning, resulting in one death. The incident was reported shortly after 11:20 am. The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries at the scene. The drivers of…
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Fatal Crash on Taihape-Napier Road Claims One Life
A fatal crash occurred on Taihape-Napier Road in Rangitikei this morning, resulting in the death of a pedestrian. The collision, involving two vehicles and the pedestrian, was reported shortly after 11:20 am. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.…
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Two More Arrested in East Auckland Homicide Investigation
Police have made two additional arrests in the investigation into the 2023 homicide of Charles Pongi in Pt England. The investigation, codenamed Operation Pastel, was launched after Mr Pongi, 32, was shot at Taurima Reserve on August 5, 2023. Detective…
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Rubbish Fire Closes Lane on Auckland's State Highway 20
State Highway 20 in Auckland is currently experiencing lane closures due to a rubbish fire. The incident occurred when a rubbish truck spilled its load onto the left westbound lane near the Lambie Drive offramp, and the debris subsequently caught…
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Police Seek CCTV Footage After Palmerston North Shooting
Police are investigating a shooting incident in Palmerston North that occurred on Monday, January 13, around 3:15 PM on Marriner Street. A man was found with gunshot injuries and initially taken to Palmerston North Hospital in a serious condition. He…
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Names Released in Ripirō Beach Deaths
Police have named the two men who died following a water-related incident at Ripirō Beach on January 3. The deceased have been identified as Johnathan Brian Webster, 54, of Dargaville, and Joseph Wiremu Webster, 43, of Tauranga. Police extended their…
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Wellington City Council Issues New Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has announced the issuance and receipt of several resource consents. The period covered for these applications and issuances is from December 15, 2025, to January 11, 2026. The council provides links to PDF documents detailing the issued…
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Body Recovered in Waikato River, Believed to be Missing Man
Police have recovered a body from the Waikato River, which is believed to be that of 25-year-old Teananga Tiotia. Mr. Tiotia was reported missing on Saturday, January 10. Police Search and Rescue, alongside the National Dive Squad, had been actively…
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New Zealand Dwelling and Household Estimates Released
National dwelling and household estimates for the December 2025 quarter have been released by Stats NZ. As of December 31, 2025, the estimated number of private dwellings stands at 2,141,200, with an estimated 2,057,500 households. These figures are vital for…
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New Zealand Economy Grows 1.1% in September 2025 Quarter Amidst Rising Unemployment
New Zealand's economy experienced growth in the September 2025 quarter, with gross domestic product (GDP) rising by 1.1 percent. This follows a 1.0 percent decrease in the previous quarter. The primary driver of this growth was the business services sector,…
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New Zealand Braces for Significant Weather Event
New Zealand is set to experience a significant weather event starting Thursday, January 15, 2026, as a large low-pressure system moves over central parts of the country. MetService forecasts rain and strong winds for areas across the North Island and…
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Police Seek Information on Hutt Valley Aggravated Robberies
Police are appealing to the public for information following a spate of aggravated robberies in the Hutt Valley. The latest incident occurred around 1:30 am on Saturday, January 10, at a bar in King Street, Upper Hutt. Two individuals, brandishing…
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Teens Apprehended After Attempted Service Station Burglary
Police have referred two teenagers to Youth Aid Services following an attempted burglary at a service station in Three Kings. The incident occurred just before 1:30 AM when Police were alerted by a member of the public to two individuals…