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Recovery Operation Concludes for Helicopter Crash Victims in Paekākāriki Hill Area
A significant recovery operation has concluded for the pilot and passenger involved in a helicopter crash in the Paekākāriki Hill area. Police are working to formally identify the individuals recovered from the crash site and have extended their thoughts to…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Potential for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Early February
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook indicating a potential for heavy rain and strong winds across parts of New Zealand early next month. While Saturday, January 31st, is expected to be largely settled due to a ridge of high…
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Man Critically Injured in Hamilton Assault, Police Investigating
A man is in a critical condition in hospital following a serious assault in Hamilton overnight. Police were called to Avalon Drive around 2:40 AM where they discovered the man with significant injuries consistent with an assault. Officers are also…
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Police Seek Motorist in Connection with Whangārei Assault
Whangārei CIB is seeking a motorist who gave a lift to the victim of an assault in Onerahi early this morning. The motorist is not being sought over the offending, but their information could help progress enquiries. "Sometime between 4am…
Law Enforcement WhangāreiPoliceAssaultOnerahiMotoristInvestigationRaumangaNew Zealand Police
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Mount Maunganui Landslide: Recovery Operation Continues with National Support
The recovery operation following last week’s landslide at Mount Maunganui is continuing, with police officers from across the country providing support. Dog handlers, family liaison officers, specialist search teams, and other staff have arrived in the Bay of Plenty District…
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Two Dead in Helicopter Crash Near Paekākāriki Hill
Two people have died following a helicopter crash in the Paekākāriki Hill area north of Wellington. Police were alerted to the incident around 7:30 am. Tragically, both the pilot and the sole passenger were found deceased at the scene. "Our…
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Man Arrested in Palmerston North Shooting Investigation
Police have arrested and charged a man in relation to a shooting that occurred at Marriner Reserve in Palmerston North earlier this month. The incident on Monday, January 12, saw emergency services respond to reports of gunshots, locating a victim…
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Police Seek Public's Help in Napier Robbery Investigation
Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in Napier overnight, during which cash tills were stolen from a Z Service Station. The incident took place at approximately 1:15 AM today at the station located on Tennyson and Station Streets. Four…
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New Zealand Employment Holds Steady in December 2025
New Zealand's employment indicators for December 2025 reveal a flat overall trend in filled jobs, with a net decrease of 709 positions, bringing the total to 2.35 million. While primary industries saw a 0.2 percent drop and goods-producing industries decreased…
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One Dead in Ruakaka State Highway Crash
One person has died following a serious crash on State Highway 15, Ruakaka this morning. Emergency services responded to the crash at the intersection of State Highway 15 and McCathie Road around 6:40 am. A person suffered critical injuries and…
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Man Rescued After Five-Hour Cliff Face Ordeal in Northland
A 53-year-old man has been rescued after falling down a cliff face near Butterfly Bay, north of Tauranga Bay, in Northland. The man was stranded for over five hours with limited communication before being winched to safety early Sunday morning.…
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Timothy Waka Maru Named as Victim in Fatal Dannevirke Crash
Police have named Timothy Waka Maru, 55, from Dannevirke, as the man who died following a fatal crash involving a cyclist. The incident occurred on State Highway 2 in Dannevirke on Friday, January 23. Police extended their thoughts to Mr.…
Law EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashDannevirkeTimothy Waka MaruState Highway 2CyclistPoliceNew Zealand Police
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Helicopter Crash Reported in Paekākāriki Hill Area
Emergency services are currently responding to a helicopter crash in the Paekākāriki Hill area. The New Zealand Police were notified of the incident at 7:30 AM after an automated crash alert was activated. Maritime New Zealand's Rescue Coordination Centre is…
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French National Identified in Fatal Addington Train Collision
Police have identified the man who died after being struck by a train on Lincoln Road in Addington on Friday, January 23. He was 30-year-old French national Maxime Antoine Vandenbosch, who was living in Christchurch. Police stated, "Our thoughts are…
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Courtenay Precinct Undergoes Green Transformation
Wellington City Council is overseeing a green transformation in the Courtenay precinct, particularly where Courtenay Place meets Kent and Cambridge Terraces. A revamped centre island is central to this initiative, symbolizing a revival of green spaces in the area. The…
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Bargain Chemist Recalls Hot Water Bottles Due to Burn Risk
Bargain Chemist is recalling BC Hot Water Bottles sold between June 1, 2025, and January 15, 2026. The products do not meet the mandatory safety standard BS1970:2012, as they are missing essential safety markings, warnings, and instructions. This non-compliance presents…
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Names Released in Welcome Bay Landslide Tragedy
Police have identified the two victims of a fatal landslide in Welcome Bay, Papamoa, as 10-year-old Austen Keith Richardson and his grandmother, 71-year-old Yao Fang. The pair died when the house they were in was severely damaged by the landslide…
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Man Charged with Murder in Burnham
Police have charged a 19-year-old man with murder after a woman was found deceased at a Burnham property early this morning. The man has also been charged with two counts of assault in a family relationship and is scheduled to…
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New Zealand Police Announce Key Leadership Appointments
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has announced the provisional appointments of Jill Rogers as Deputy Commissioner and Cassandra Anderson as Chief of Staff for New Zealand Police. These appointments, along with the earlier appointment of statutory Deputy Commissioner Mike Pannett in…
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Names Released in Fatal Tikitere Crash
Police have released the names of two people who died in a fatal crash in Tikitere on Thursday, January 15. The deceased have been identified as Saul Rerekura, 42, from Gisborne, and Taukirangi Hewitt, 32, from Rotorua. Police extended their…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk
MetService has issued its severe weather outlook for New Zealand, indicating a minimal risk of severe weather from Thursday, January 29, through Sunday, February 1. On Thursday, a weakening front will move across the South Island while a high covers…
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Police Seek Information on Hutt Valley Bar Robberies
Hutt Valley Police are investigating a spate of commercial robberies and are seeking public assistance, with a specific focus on the clothing worn by the offenders. The latest incident occurred on Saturday, January 10, at approximately 1:30 am at a…
Law EnforcementDisasters Hutt ValleyRobberyPolice InvestigationNike ApparelFootwearCCTV FootageCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Wellington's Begonia House Temporarily Closes for Refurbishment
Wellington's beloved Begonia House is set to temporarily close its doors as its significant refurbishment project moves into its next phase. The closure, effective next month, will allow construction work to commence on the historic facility. This milestone marks a…
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Burnham After Woman Found Deceased
A homicide investigation is underway in Burnham after a woman was found deceased at a property on Burnham School Road. Emergency services were called to the address around 3:05 AM following a report of disorder. Upon arrival, police discovered the…
Law EnforcementMedia HomicideInvestigationBurnhamPoliceDeceasedArrestPropertyNew Zealand Police
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Magnitude 5.2 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred in the Kermadec Islands region, New Zealand, on January 26, 2026, at 16:29:37 UTC. The seismic event had a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located at 29.553S, 177.069W. This location is approximately 934.1…
WorldDisastersGeneral Weather EarthquakeKermadec IslandsSeismologyPacific OceanNatural DisasterGeologyUSGS Earthquake Reports
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Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake has been recorded in the Kermadec Islands region, New Zealand. The tremor occurred on January 26, 2026, at 11:25:46 UTC, with its epicenter located at 29.495S, 177.243W. The earthquake's depth was measured at 14 kilometers. This…
WorldDisastersGeneral Weather EarthquakeKermadec IslandsMagnitude 5.4Geological SurveySeismologyPacific OceanUSGS Earthquake Reports
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Police Name Man Found Deceased in Mahurangi River
Police can now name the man who was located deceased in the Mahurangi River near Warkworth on 24 January. He was Tekanimaeu Arobati, 47, from Kiribati. Police state their thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time,…
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Technology Deployed to Enhance Safety During Mount Maunganui Recovery Operation
Specialist technology is being utilized to ensure the safety of teams involved in the recovery operation at Mount Maunganui. The search area was temporarily evacuated yesterday after a contractor driver identified potential instability on the slip face. Following advice from…
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Canterbury Police Review Weekend Car Event Activity
Canterbury Police maintained a visible presence throughout the Muscle Car Madness weekend in North Canterbury, focusing on community safety. Over the event, police and court bailiffs seized or impounded 11 vehicles. Enforcement actions also included four excess breath alcohol (EBA)…
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Wellington City Council Issues Latest Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has announced the latest batch of resource consents issued and received for the period of January 12 to January 25, 2026. The council provides these updates to keep the public informed about development activities within the city.…