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Retailer Charged for Illegal Sale of Nitrous Oxide
A Rotorua retailer has been charged under the Psychoactive Substances Act for the illegal sale of nitrous oxide for recreational use. The action follows warnings from police in multiple districts, including Eastern, Counties Manukau, Waikato, Central, and Bay of Plenty,…
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Retailer Charged for Illegal Nitrous Oxide Sales
A retailer has been charged for the illegal sale of nitrous oxide, with police stating this action demonstrates their commitment to addressing the substance's recreational use in communities. The retailer, who reportedly persisted in selling the substance despite multiple warnings,…
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Methamphetamine Operation Shut Down, Firearms Seized in Riverhead
A significant police operation in Riverhead has led to the shutdown of a suspected methamphetamine manufacturing operation and the seizure of multiple firearms. The Waitematā Gang Disruption Unit, supported by local police and the Armed Offenders Squad, executed a search…
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Police Seek Public's Help Identifying Man in New Plymouth Shoplifting Investigation
Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a man in connection with recent shoplifting incidents in New Plymouth. Authorities have released photographs of the individual and believe he may be able to assist with their ongoing investigation.…
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Former NZ Financial Advisor Sentenced for Breaching Stop Order
Former New Zealand financial advisor David McEwen has been sentenced to four charges of breaching a Financial Markets Authority (FMA) Stop Order. He has been banned from being a director, promoter, or involved in the management of a company in…
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Two Men Face Court After Alleged Shoplifting and Police Chase in West Auckland
Two men with alleged gang links are due to appear in court following an incident in west Auckland on Tuesday. Police reported that around 11 a.m., a unit in Henderson CBD was alerted to a shoplifting at a clothing retailer…
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Stats NZ Seeks Feedback on Income Data Changes
Stats NZ is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to its Household Labour Force Survey (HLFS) income data. The agency is evaluating whether administrative data can be used as a viable replacement for current HLFS income measures. An evaluation comparing…
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New Zealand's International Trade Sees Growth in December 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's international trade experienced a notable increase in the December 2025 quarter. Total exports of goods and services reached $29.2 billion, up from $27.0 billion in the December 2024 quarter. Imports of goods and services also saw a rise,…
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Wellington Water Services Transitioning to Tiaki Wai
Wellington's water services are set to transition to a new regional organization named Tiaki Wai, effective July 1. This move marks a significant change in how water services will be managed across the region. The establishment of Tiaki Wai is…
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsEnvironmentSocial Issues
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Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Off New Zealand Coast
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred off the west coast of the South Island of New Zealand on March 3, 2026, at 11:55:08 UTC. The earthquake's epicenter was located at geographic coordinates 48.998S, 166.569E, at a shallow depth of 10 km.…
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Bridgestone Recalls Duravis Tyre Model Due to Safety Concerns
Bridgestone has issued a recall for its Duravis Tyre R660 Eco 215/65R16C 109/107T model. The company states the tyre is more susceptible to cuts and partial penetrations than expected, particularly in rugged and wet conditions. In a small number of…
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Media Monitor: BBC reports on escalating Israel-Iran conflict and New Zealand's 'brain drain'
The BBC is reporting that Israel has been conducting strikes in Iran's capital, Tehran, and in Lebanon's capital, Beirut. According to the Iranian Red Crescent, the death toll in Iran has reached 787 since the strikes began on February 28.…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 1 in Te Kamo
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 1 near Te Kamo, Northland. Police were called to the scene involving a single vehicle at approximately 3:50 PM. Initial reports indicate that one person has sustained serious injuries.…
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Northbound State Highway 1 Reopens After Meremere Crash
Northbound lanes on State Highway 1 in Meremere have reopened after a serious crash this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene around 1:45 PM following reports of a collision between a car and a motorbike. One person sustained…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 1 Northbound in Meremere
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 1 in Meremere, involving a car and a motorbike. Police were called to the scene at 1:45 PM, and initial reports indicate serious injuries. State Highway 1 is closed…
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Motorcyclist Who Fled Police and Hid Among Football Fans Faces Court
A 32-year-old man is set to appear in Waitākere District Court on Friday after allegedly fleeing police on a motorcycle. The incident occurred last night around 6pm when police on State Highway 16 in the Huapai area observed a motorcycle…
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New Home Consents Increase in New Zealand
New home consents in Aotearoa New Zealand increased by 9.3 percent in the year ended January 2026 compared to the previous year, according to figures released by Stats NZ. A total of 36,944 new homes were consented during this period.…
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New Zealand Tourism Expenditure Reaches $46.6 Billion in 2025
Total tourism expenditure in New Zealand reached $46.6 billion for the year ended March 2025, marking a 3.3 percent increase from the previous year. Provisional figures released by Stats NZ show that international tourism expenditure rose by 7.0 percent to…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Low Risk of Severe Conditions
MetService has issued its Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand, indicating a low risk of severe weather impacting the country from Thursday, March 5, to Sunday, March 8. On Thursday, a large high pressure system will cover most of the…
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Severe Gale Warning for Chatham Islands
The MetService has issued a severe gale warning for the Chatham Islands, effective from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm today, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. A deep low situated east of New Zealand is forecast to bring severe southerly gales, with…
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Man Appears in Court After Waipa Family Harm Incident
A 47-year-old man is due to appear in the Hamilton District Court today following a family harm incident in Parawera, Waipa, yesterday. The man faces a number of charges related to the incident. Armed Police, including the Armed Offenders Squad…
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Wellington's Central Library Reopens After Major Milestone
Wellington's Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library is set to reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, March 14, at 10am. This event marks a significant milestone for the city. The reopening signifies the culmination of extensive…
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One Person Dead in Paekākāriki Crash
Police have confirmed that one person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Paekākāriki overnight. The incident occurred on State Highway 59, near Onepu Street, and was reported to police at 11:30pm. State Highway 59 was closed overnight to allow…
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Two Arrested for Shoplifting After Supermarket Stop in Queenstown
A quick stop for a chocolate bar resulted in the arrest of two men wanted for shoplifting in Queenstown. On Tuesday, February 24, a police officer noticed two men at a Frankton supermarket who matched the description of individuals involved…
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Severe Gales and Heavy Rain Threaten Chatham Islands
A MetService Severe Weather Warning has been issued for the Chatham Islands, forecasting severe southeasterly gales and heavy rain. The alert is in effect for 12 hours, starting at 4:00 am Tuesday, March 3, and concluding at 4:00 pm the…
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Man in Custody Following Family Harm Incident in Parawera
Police have apprehended a man following a family harm incident on Mellsop Road in Parawera. Officers were called to the property around 12:50 pm today. The man is now in custody, with charges pending. Authorities confirmed they are not seeking…
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Police Seek Robbery Victim After Arrests at Ellerslie Train Station
Auckland City Police are appealing for the victim of an aggravated robbery at Ellerslie Train Station to come forward. The incident occurred this afternoon, leading to the arrest of six individuals. According to Sergeant Tim Roberts of Mt Wellington Police,…
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Police Incident Closes Mellsop Road in Waipa
Mellsop Road in Parawera, Waipa, has been closed due to a Police incident. Cordons are currently in place near Arapuni Road. As a precautionary measure, some police staff are armed. The public is advised to avoid the area while the…
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New Zealand Braces for Cold Snap Before Summer Returns
New Zealand is experiencing a significant drop in temperatures as March begins, with many areas waking up to single digits on Monday. MetService is forecasting even colder conditions for Monday night, with widespread frosts expected in the interior of the…
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Severe Gales and Heavy Rain Threaten Chatham Islands
The Meteorological Service of New Zealand (MetService) has issued a severe weather warning for the Chatham Islands, forecasting severe southeasterly gales and heavy rain. A deep low is expected to form near the islands late on Monday, March 2, bringing…