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Gas Leak Resolved in Taupō, Residents Advised to Return Home
Residents in Wharewaka, Taupō, who were previously evacuated from their homes due to a gas leak, have now been advised they can return home. The New Zealand Police thanked the public for their cooperation and patience. The update was issued…
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Family Mourns Loss of Beloved Lisa Maclennan
The family of Lisa Maclennan has released a statement expressing their profound grief following her loss. "We are absolutely devastated following the loss of our beloved Lisa," the statement, on behalf of her husband Travis, reads. Lisa is remembered as…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Closed to Pedestrians Amidst Police Operation
Aucklanders should anticipate potential traffic delays on Saturday as police conduct a major operation to prevent unpermitted pedestrian access to the Auckland Harbour Bridge and the motorway network. The Freedom and Rights Coalition's request for a permit to march on…
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Mongrel Mob Member Sentenced to 12.5 Years for Sexual Offenses
Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Lou Daniel Harmer today in Napier District Court. Mr. Harmer, a patched Mongrel Mob member, was sentenced to 12 years and 6 months imprisonment for significant sexual offending, after being found guilty on…
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Hawke's Bay State Highways Face Extensive Roadworks and Closures
Hawke's Bay motorists are advised to anticipate widespread roadworks and potential delays across the region's state highway network from Saturday, January 31, to Friday, February 6, 2026. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has announced a series of planned maintenance…
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Evacuation Order Issued for Wharewaka, Taupō Due to Gas Leak
Residents of Harakeke Drive, Wharewaka, Taupō, and surrounding areas have been asked to evacuate due to a gas leak today. Police were called to assist Fire and Emergency New Zealand around 12.10pm after a digger hit a gas line. Residents…
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Auckland CBD Traffic Disruption Expected Saturday Due to Planned Protest
Aucklanders are being advised to prepare for traffic delays in the central city on Saturday due to a planned protest. The event, organized by Toitū Te Aroha, is expected to draw large numbers of participants. The protest will begin with…
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Auckland Motorways Face Overnight Closures for Essential Improvements
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is implementing overnight closures on several Auckland motorways between February 1 and February 5, 2026, to carry out essential improvements. These closures will primarily affect sections of the Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction,…
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Insurance Company Warned for Failing to Apply Discounts
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has issued a public warning to Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance (AIOI) for failing to apply advertised discounts to customers purchasing motor vehicle insurance policies. The issue, which affected policies sold through vehicle dealerships and online,…
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MetService Forecasts Potential Severe Weather for New Zealand
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Outlook indicating a potential for warning amounts of rain and severe gales across New Zealand from Sunday, February 1, through Tuesday, February 3, 2026. A frontal rain band is expected to move over the…
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Wellington City Council Apologizes for Second Rates Bill Error
Wellington City Council has issued an apology to ratepayers following the discovery of a second error in the calculation of their 2025-26 rates bills. This latest mistake, however, means that residents will owe less than previously indicated. In separate news,…
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Big Bazaar Recalls Rangoli Powder Due to Asbestos Contamination
Big Bazaar has issued a recall for its Rangoli Powder, sold in Pack of 6 and Pack of 10, after testing revealed the presence of unidentified mineral fibers consistent with tremolite asbestos. The company advises consumers to stop using the…
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One Dead in Single Vehicle Crash on Nelson Road
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Nelson Road this afternoon. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 5:20 PM. Nelson Road is currently closed, with diversions in place for traffic. The Serious Crash Unit is attending…
Law EnforcementDisasters Fatal CrashNelson RoadTaupakiSerious Crash UnitRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceTraffic Incident
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Police Issue Correction to Statement Regarding Måns Loke Bernhardsson
Police have issued an urgent correction to a statement previously released on behalf of Nils and Anders. The corrected statement regarding Måns Loke Bernhardsson now reads: "Måns was artistic, which was one of the many things we loved about him."…
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Serious Crash Closes Nelson Road in Taupaki
Nelson Road, east of Taupaki, is currently closed following a serious single-vehicle crash that occurred around 5:20 PM. Emergency services responded to reports of the incident, which has resulted in serious injuries. Diversions are in place, and motorists are advised…
Law EnforcementDisasters TaupakiNelson RoadSerious CrashEmergency ServicesRoad ClosureWaitematāNew Zealand Police
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Family Mourns Loss of Måns Loke Bernhardsson in New Zealand
The family of Måns Loke Bernhardsson has expressed their deep sorrow following his death while on holiday in New Zealand. Måns, described as a "super kind and loveable member of our family," was on a trip with two friends, adventuring…
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Man Charged with Murder in Pukehina
A 50-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Pukehina on New Year's Day. Police were called to an Old Coach Road property around 3pm on January 1, where they discovered a deceased woman.…
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One Lane Open on SH7 After Two-Vehicle Crash
One lane is now open on State Highway 7, Tekoa Range, Canterbury, following a two-vehicle crash. Traffic management is in place between Hamner Springs Road and Leslie Hills Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect…
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Youth Charged After Assault on Massey Bus Driver
A youth has been arrested and charged following a serious assault on a bus driver in Massey last night. Police responded to reports of an injured person on a bus on Colwill Road around 7pm. The alleged offender had fled…
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Mount Maunganui Recovery Operation Resumes After Safety Checks
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui has resumed this afternoon, several hours after being suspended. Work restarted officially at 2pm after experts confirmed the area was safe to enter. Detective Inspector Lew Warner stated, “Following consultation with a number of…
DisastersLaw Enforcement Mount MaunganuiRecovery OperationLandslidePoliceSafety ChecksSearch and RescueCommunity SupportNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for Early February
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is set to conduct essential maintenance on Auckland's state highway network, specifically on State Highway 20 (SH20). The work will take place between Hillsborough Road and Queenstown Road from Sunday, February 1, to Wednesday, February…
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One Dead in Tekoa Range Motorcycle Crash
One person has died following a crash this afternoon on State Highway 7/Mouse Point Road, Tekoa Range, Hurunui. Police were notified of the crash, involving a motorcycle and a car, around 12pm. Sadly, despite emergency services' best efforts, the motorcyclist…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for Early February
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking essential maintenance on Auckland's state highway network, with work scheduled from Sunday, February 1, to Wednesday, February 4. The maintenance will primarily affect State Highway 1 (SH1) and may cause overnight disruptions. From…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge and SH1 to Close for Maintenance
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is advising of upcoming maintenance work on Auckland's State Highway 1 network. From Monday, February 2 to Tuesday, February 3, between 10pm and 5am, a full northbound closure will be in effect on SH1 from…
Transportation AucklandState Highway 1Auckland Harbour BridgeMotorway MaintenanceRoad ClosureTransportInfrastructureNZTA Auckland
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Youth Arrested in Connection with Napier Aggravated Robbery
A youth has been arrested and charged following an aggravated robbery at a Z Service Station in Napier. The incident occurred around 1:15 am on Wednesday, January 28, when four males entered the station on Tennyson and Station Street, threatened…
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New Zealand Weather: Sunny Weekend Ahead, Wet and Windy Start to Next Week
Much of New Zealand is set for settled weather this weekend, with clear skies and warm temperatures expected across most of the North Island. Daytime highs are forecast to reach the mid to high 20s, with some eastern North Island…
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State Highway 7 Closed After Serious Crash
State Highway 7, also known as Mouse Point Road, in the Tekoa Range, Hurunui, has been closed due to a serious crash this afternoon. The incident occurred around 12pm between Hammer Springs Road and Leslie Hills Road, involving a motorcycle…
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Pedestrian Dies After Crash in Lynfield
A person has died following a crash in Lynfield this morning. The collision, which occurred on Commodore Drive and involved a vehicle and a pedestrian, was reported to Police shortly after 8am. The pedestrian was taken to hospital in a…
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Mount Maunganui Recovery Efforts Halted Due to Land Movement Concerns
Recovery efforts at Mount Maunganui have been temporarily suspended following the activation of land monitoring technology. The systems, designed to detect potential land movements and excess water, triggered an alert shortly after 10:30 am, leading to an immediate halt in…
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New Zealand Exports Surpass $80 Billion Milestone
New Zealand's annual exports have reached a record $80.7 billion for the year ended December 2025, according to figures released by Stats NZ. This marks the first time the country's annual exports have surpassed the $80 billion threshold. The total…