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Missing Woman Found Safe in Ōtorohanga
A 75-year-old woman who was reported missing in Ōtorohanga has been located and is safe. Police confirmed the news today, expressing gratitude to the community for their help in finding her. No further details regarding the circumstances of her disappearance…
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Two Dead in Southland Car Crash
Police have confirmed that two people have died following a serious crash in Isla Bank, Southland. The collision, involving two vehicles, was reported to emergency services at approximately 8:40 AM. The incident took place at the intersection of Fairfax-Isla Bank…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing 10-Year-Old Neriah
Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating 10-year-old Neriah, who has been reported missing from the Ōtāhuhu area. Neriah was last seen yesterday at approximately 7:30 am on Church Street. He is described as being about 133 cm…
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Keith Wicks-Cairns Sentenced to 11 Years for Crimes in Dunedin
Keith Wicks-Cairns has been sentenced to 11 years imprisonment with a non-parole period of seven years and three months in the High Court at Dunedin. Police acknowledged the sentencing today, describing it as a positive outcome for victims and the…
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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Missing Ōtorohanga Woman
Police are appealing for sightings of Rhonda Hurley, a 75-year-old woman reported missing in Ōtorohanga. Hurley went for a walk around 9:30 PM yesterday and has not returned home. Concerns are held for her welfare due to existing health conditions.…
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New Police Officers Graduate in Porirua
The Royal New Zealand Police College will host the graduation ceremony for the 393rd recruit wing on Thursday, March 12th, at 2pm. The event will take place on the Parade Ground in Porirua. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and the Associate…
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CAA Opens Consultation on RPAS Operating Rules
The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA) has announced that Advisory Circular AC101-1, concerning Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) under 25 kilograms operating under Part 101 Rules, is now open for public consultation. This revised AC, Revision 2, represents…
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Man Arrested for Car Break-ins Near Henderson Hospital
Police apprehended a man in Henderson early this morning after observing him attempting to break into cars. Officers were near Waitākere Hospital for an unrelated call when they noticed a man on an electric scooter looking into vehicles with a…
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Queenstown Police Seek Information on Overnight Vehicle Crimes
Queenstown Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying suspects involved in stealing two vehicles and damaging two others. The incidents occurred in the Lake Hayes Estate and Lower Shotover areas overnight on Saturday, March 7, and into the early…
Law EnforcementMedia QueenstownVehicle TheftVehicle DamagePolice AppealLake Hayes EstateLower ShotoverCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Wellington City Council Releases Latest Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has made its latest resource consents available to the public. The information covers consents issued and applied for between February 23 and March 8, 2026. Residents can access details of these consents on the council's official website.…
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Serious Crash Closes Southland Road
Fairfax-Isla Bank Road in Isla Bank, Southland, is closed at the intersection of Isla Bank-Flints Bush Road due to a serious crash this morning. The incident, involving two vehicles, was reported to emergency services around 8:40 am. The Serious Crash…
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No Suspicious Circumstances in Ōtāhuhu Fatal Fire
Police investigating a fatal fire in Ōtāhuhu on March 4 have determined there are no suspicious circumstances. Emergency services were called to Tamaki Ave around 9pm following reports of a garage fire. One person was found deceased inside the property.…
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State Highway 29A Closed Due to Diesel Spill
State Highway 29A in Tauranga is currently closed in both directions due to a diesel spill near Oropi Road. Traffic is being diverted while the spill is cleared. Motorists are advised to exercise caution on surrounding roads, anticipate delays, and…
Law EnforcementTransportation Diesel SpillState Highway 29ATaurangaBay of PlentyRoad ClosureTraffic DiversionPublic SafetyNew Zealand Police
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Search Continues for Person Swept Out to Sea in Greymouth
Search operations are continuing today for a person who was reportedly swept out to sea in Greymouth. Yesterday's search efforts, which included aerial surveys of the coastline from Charleston to Ross, were hindered by challenging sea conditions. The individual has…
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Auckland SH1 Northbound Link Closed Tonight for Urgent Repairs
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking urgent barrier maintenance on Auckland's state highway network tonight, March 9. A closure is scheduled for State Highway 1 (SH1) northbound to SH16 westbound link from 10 PM to 5 AM. This closure…
Transportation AucklandState Highway 1State Highway 16Waka KotahiMotorway MaintenanceRoad ClosureTrafficNZTA Auckland
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Woman summonsed following fatal dog attack
Police have today summonsed a 35-year-old woman in relation to the death of four-year-old Timothy Rolleston, following a dog attack in Katikati in March 2025. The woman faces a charge of owning a dog that causes death to a person.…
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Canterbury Police Urge Drink-Drivers to Plan Sober Rides Home
Canterbury Police are issuing a strong reminder to motorists that the risks associated with drink driving are never worth it. As the region anticipates several well-attended events and upcoming long weekends, including Easter and ANZAC Day, police are urging everyone…
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Waikato Expressway Reopens After Serious Crash
All lanes on the Waikato Expressway have reopened following an earlier crash on State Highway 1, Mercer. One person was transported to hospital in a serious condition after the single-vehicle incident. Three other individuals sustained minor to moderate injuries. Police…
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Police Seek Information on Dannevirke Burglary
Manawatū Police are appealing for information following a burglary in Dannevirke last week. On Friday, March 6, around 11:40 p.m., police received a report of a burglary in progress at a store on High Street. Officers responded immediately, but the…
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Serious Crash on Waikato Expressway Causes Delays
Motorists are advised to expect delays following a serious crash on the Waikato Expressway. Emergency services are responding to a single-vehicle incident on State Highway 1, Mercer, reported just before 2pm. Early indications suggest one person has sustained serious injuries,…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Gantry Removal to Cause Northbound Closures
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced planned maintenance work on Auckland's State Highway 1 (SH1) that will affect the Auckland Harbour Bridge. On Easter Sunday night, April 5, 2026, a sign gantry on the northbound lanes of SH1,…
Transportation Auckland Harbour BridgeState Highway 1Easter SundayMaintenanceRoad ClosureHeavy VehiclesDetourNZTA Auckland
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Four Youths Arrested After Failed Liquor Store Burglary Attempt
Four males, aged between 15 and 17, have been referred to Youth Aid following an attempted burglary at a liquor store in Clarks Beach early Monday morning. The group allegedly attempted to gain entry to the Seaway Road store by…
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Milton Highway Reopens After Morning Crash
Milton Highway/State Highway 1, Milton, has reopened following a crash near the intersection of Adams Flat Road this morning. Police thanked motorists for their patience and understanding.
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New Zealand Weather: Fronts Bring Wet, Windy Conditions
New Zealand is set to experience a period of unsettled weather from Monday, March 9th, to Thursday, March 12th, with fronts bringing wet and windy conditions to many areas. Monday will see cloudy, cool, and wet weather across the southern…
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Search Continues for Person Swept Out to Sea Off Greymouth
Police are continuing their search for a person who was swept out to sea off Greymouth this weekend. The report of the incident was received by Police around 6pm on Saturday. The search resumed this morning, with Police and Precision…
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Serious Crash on SH1 North of Taihape Causes Road Disruption
Emergency services are responding to a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Spooners Hill Road, north of Taihape. Two individuals have reportedly sustained serious injuries as a result of the incident. The road is currently obstructed due to…
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Milton Highway Crash Blocks Road, Causes Delays
Milton Highway, also known as State Highway 1, is currently blocked due to a crash involving a truck and a car. The incident occurred just before 9 am this morning, near the intersection of Adams Flat Road and Milton Highway.…
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Wellington City Council has announced a series of alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. The applications cover a range of hospitality venues across the city. Madam Saigon, located at 209 Main Road, Tawa, has an application…
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SH1 Bombay Crash Causes Delays
State Highway One in Bombay, Counties Manukau, has been reduced to a single northbound lane following a crash earlier this morning. The incident, involving a car and a truck, was reported to police at 7:12 am near the Beaver Road…
Law EnforcementTransportation State Highway OneBombayCrashTraffic DelaysPoliceCounties ManukauRoad IncidentNew Zealand Police
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One Dead in Overnight Taupō Crash
One person has died following a serious single-vehicle crash on State Highway 5 near Rangitaiki School Road in Taupō. Police were alerted to the incident around 2:10 AM. Upon arrival, officers located one deceased individual. Two other people sustained minor…