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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
Wellington City Council has announced a series of alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. The notices cover a range of establishments across the city, including cafes, restaurants, hotels, and liquor stores. Several applications have closing dates…
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Police Seek Footage of Dangerous Dirt Biker Behavior in South Auckland
Police are urgently seeking public assistance and video footage to identify dirt bikers whose dangerous behavior in South Auckland put children and motorists at risk. The incident, which began around 3:45 PM, involved numerous riders performing stunts, driving on footpaths,…
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One Dead in Puketutu Road Crash
One person has died following a serious crash involving two vehicles on Puketutu Road this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene around 12:15 PM. The road was temporarily closed for a Serious Crash Unit examination and has since…
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Mount Maunganui Landslide Recovery Operation Concludes
Police have officially concluded all recovery operations at Mount Maunganui after a landslide occurred last Thursday, January 22. Bay of Plenty District Commander, Superintendent Tim Anderson, announced that Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) and Search and Rescue teams have ceased their…
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Serious Crash Closes Puketutu Road in Matamata
Police are responding to a serious crash involving two vehicles on Puketutu Road in Matamata, Waikato. The incident, reported around 12:15 PM, has left one person with serious injuries. Puketutu Road is currently closed between Matai and Buckland Roads as…
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Southern District Police Urge Road Safety After Tragic Weekend
Southern District Police are urging all road users to exercise caution and make safe choices as traffic volumes are set to increase across the region in the coming week. This comes after a weekend that saw two fatal crashes in…
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One Dead, One Seriously Injured in Glenorchy Crash
One person has died and another is in a serious condition following a two-vehicle crash on Glenorchy-Routeburn Road. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene shortly after 4:41 AM this morning. Tragically, one individual succumbed to their injuries at the…
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Police Seek Witnesses After Serious Assault in Napier
A 46-year-old man is in a critical condition in Hawke's Bay Hospital following a serious assault in Napier. Police were called to West Quay in Ahuriri around 1am this morning after the man was found unresponsive on the ground outside…
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One Dead in Early Morning Anaura Bay Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Anaura Road this morning. Emergency services were called to the crash about 2:10 AM in Anaura Bay, Gisborne. The Serious Crash Unit attended and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash…
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Family of Max Furse-Kee Releases Heartfelt Statement Following Tragic Loss
The family of Max Furse-Kee has released a poignant statement detailing the profound grief and shock following his sudden death on January 22. "On 22 January, our world changed forever. Our beloved Max was suddenly and unimaginably taken from us,"…
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Photo Released of Jackie Wheeler
The family of Jackie Wheeler has released a photograph for media purposes. The family has stated they will not be providing any further comment and have requested their privacy be respected during this time of grief.
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Motorcyclist Critically Injured in State Highway 3 Crash
A motorcyclist has sustained critical injuries following a serious crash on State Highway 3 near Ratana this afternoon. The incident occurred around 4:20 PM between Whangaehu Village Road and Ratana Road. Emergency services are currently on the scene treating the…
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Auckland Protest Disperses Peacefully, Police Report No Arrests
Two protest groups that gathered in central Auckland have now dispersed, according to an update from Superintendent Naila Hassan, Waitematā District Commander. Police had previously stated there would be no unlawful access to the motorway network or Auckland Harbour Bridge.…
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Family of Susan Knowles Expresses Gratitude to Rescue Teams
The family of Susan Knowles has issued a statement expressing their deep appreciation for the individuals involved in the search and recovery efforts. Susan Knowles is remembered as a mother, sister, grandmother, and wife, described as "larger than life" and…
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Auckland Protest Update: Police Monitor Dispersing Group
Police operations are continuing across Auckland's CBD as a protest group that gathered at Victoria Park has largely dispersed. The Police cordon on the Fanshawe Street motorway ramps is being stood down, according to Superintendent Naila Hassan, Waitematā District Commander.…
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Auckland Protest Concludes Without Incident
Police have reported that a planned protest in central Auckland this afternoon concluded without incident. The group, identified as Toitū Te Aroha, marched up Queen Street and reached Myers Park. Temporary road closures that were in place on Queen Street…
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Two-Vehicle Crash Blocks Lane on State Highway 7 in Canterbury
One lane on Mouse Point Road/State Highway 7 in Canterbury is currently blocked due to a two-vehicle crash that occurred this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 11 am. Motorists are advised to delay travel if…
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Auckland Protest: Fanshawe Street Cordon Remains, Traffic Disruption Brief
A police cordon remains in place at the Fanshawe Street off-ramp and on-ramp in Auckland following a protest. Demonstrators, who had moved from Victoria Park, encountered a visible police presence at the cordon. The majority of this group has since…
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Police Monitor Auckland CBD Protest Activity
Police staff are highly visible in Auckland's CBD, focusing on monitoring protest activity, particularly around Victoria Park. A cordon has been established at the Fanshawe Road on-ramp and off-ramp to prevent unlawful access to the motorway network. Road closures remain…
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Police Operation Underway in Central Auckland Ahead of Protest
A significant police operation is currently active in central Auckland as authorities prepare for planned protest activity. Protesters have begun congregating at Victoria Park, prompting police to implement precautionary road closures in the vicinity. A cordon has also been established…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Potential for Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Early Next Week
New Zealand could experience strong northwest winds and potentially warning amounts of rain early next week as a low-pressure system approaches from the Tasman Sea. MetService issued a severe weather outlook on Saturday, January 31, 2026, detailing potential impacts for…
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One Dead, Two Injured in Port Chalmers Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Wickliffe Road in Port Chalmers last night. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 9:10 pm. In addition to the deceased, one person sustained serious injuries, and another suffered minor…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ highlights potential savings on insurance, TVs, and washing machines
Consumer NZ is reporting on several consumer issues, including potential savings on house and contents insurance. The organization suggests consumers check its refreshed pricing and policy guide to see if they can get a better deal. Consumer NZ also offers…
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ACT Party Highlights Legislative Wins and Policy Proposals
The ACT Party has outlined recent legislative efforts and policy advancements, focusing on practical reforms across various sectors. In health and safety, ACT is advocating for workable regulations that do not impede workers. Brooke van Velden stated, "There will be…
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CubaDupa Festival Announces Full 2026 Line-up
Wellington's much-anticipated street festival, CubaDupa, has unveiled its full line-up for 2026. The event is set to transform the Cuba Precinct into a vibrant hub of music, performance, food, and colour over the weekend of March 28-29. The festival promises…
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred in the Kermadec Islands region on January 30, 2026, at 12:04:02 UTC. The earthquake's epicenter was located at 28.759S, 176.731W, with a shallow depth of 10 km. This seismic event was situated 840.9 km south-southwest…
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Family Mourns Loss of Sharon Maccanico, Celebrated Dancer
The family of Sharon Maccanico has released a heartfelt statement mourning her death, remembering her as a passionate dancer and a beloved daughter and sister. Born in Italy, Sharon moved to Australia at age 3 and then to New Zealand…
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Four-Vehicle Crash Blocks Lane on SH2 in Wellington
One northbound lane on State Highway 2/Hutt Road, between Wellington and Petone, is currently blocked due to a four-vehicle crash. Police are on the scene, and motorists are advised to expect delays. The incident occurred on the route connecting Wellington…
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Mount Maunganui Landslide Recovery Enters Second Week
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui, following a landslide that occurred on Thursday, January 24, is now entering its second week. The scale of the event has required police to bring in hundreds of specialized staff from across the country…
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Mount Maunganui Landslide Recovery Enters Second Week
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui, following a landslide last week, is continuing into its second week. Superintendent Tim Anderson, Bay of Plenty District Commander, described the effort as challenging and highlighted the sheer scale of the operation. Since the…