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New Zealand Braces for Heavy Rain and Gale-Force Winds
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for significant heavy rain and gales expected to affect parts of northern and central New Zealand from late Wednesday into Friday. A deep sub-tropical low approaching the country is forecast to bring strong…
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Police seek information after violent Christchurch assault
Christchurch Police are seeking information from the public to help identify a person they believe can assist with their investigation into a violent assault. The incident occurred on Worcester Street around 10 pm on Thursday, March 19, when police responded…
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State Highway 1 in Towai Reopens After Vehicle Fire
State Highway 1 in Towai has now reopened following an earlier vehicle fire. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience while the fire was extinguished and the scene cleared.
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Wellington City Council Releases Latest Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has made its latest resource consents available online. The data covers consents issued and applied for between March 9 and March 22, 2026. Residents and interested parties can access this information through the council's website. Additionally, resource…
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Arrest Made in Operation Aurora Targeting Religious Organization
Police have arrested a 45-year-old man in connection with Operation Aurora. The arrest was made after search warrants were executed on a member of a religious organization that has a presence in New Zealand, Australia, Samoa, and Fiji. The man…
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One Dead, Three Injured in Palmerston North Multi-Vehicle Crash
One person has died and three others have sustained injuries following a three-vehicle crash in Palmerston North early this morning. Emergency services responded to the collision on Tremaine Avenue, near Malden Street, around 2:30 AM. The incident involved two cars,…
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State Highway 1 Closed in Towai Due to Vehicle Fire
State Highway 1 in Towai has been closed in both directions following a vehicle fire. Emergency services are responding to the incident, which was reported to Police at approximately 11:55 AM. Motorists are advised that all lanes travelling north and…
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Southland Leads Regional GDP Growth in Year to March 2025
Southland experienced the most significant rise in regional gross domestic product (GDP) for the year ending March 2025, according to new data from Stats NZ. This measure, known as nominal GDP, reflects changes in current prices and does not account…
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New Zealand Braces for Heavy Rain and Severe Gales
New Zealand is set to experience a period of unsettled weather, with a deep sub-tropical low and an active front bringing heavy rain and potential severe gales across the country from Thursday, March 26, to Saturday, March 28. The heaviest…
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New Zealand Braces for Heavy Rain and Gale Force Winds
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for parts of northern and central New Zealand as a tropical low is expected to move south into the Tasman Sea. The system is forecast to bring significant rainfall and strengthening easterly winds…
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World of WearableArt Announces 'GLO!' Production in Wellington
Tickets for the World of WearableArt (WOW) are now available, as the event returns to Wellington with a new production titled 'GLO!'. The show will transform the TSB Arena into a multi-sensory collision of art. This year's production promises a…
EntertainmentCulture World of WearableArtWOWGLO!WellingtonTSB ArenaCubaDupaFestivalWellington City Council
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Northland Police Locate Vessel and Occupant After Appeal
Northland Police have announced that a vessel and its occupant, previously sought in the Whangārei area, have been located. The appeal for sightings of the 'JAGMEN' vessel was released on Monday afternoon. Police have confirmed that both the vessel and…
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One Arrested, Car Impounded in Raglan Street Racing Crackdown
Raglan Police have arrested one person and impounded their car following reports of illegal street racing in the area over the weekend. The arrested individual was among multiple drivers observed engaging in dangerous driving on Nau Mai Road. The 19-year-old…
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Body recovered from Lake Manapouri, man named
Police can now formally name Regan Soper, 42, of Gore, as the man whose body was recovered from Lake Manapouri. The recovery followed a six-day search. Police extend their condolences to his family. His death will be referred to the…
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Pak'nSave Moorhouse Recalls Bread Due to Metal Contamination
Pak'nSave Moorhouse is recalling its made-in-store bread products due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically metal. New Zealand Food Safety advises consumers that affected products should not be consumed. The recall impacts bread products made on-site at the…
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Two Dead in Early Morning Levin Crash
Two people have died following a two-vehicle crash in Levin early this morning. Emergency services were called to Arapaepae Road, also known as State Highway 57, at approximately 2:30 AM. Tragically, both individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene. The…
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Police Seek Sightings of 'JAGMEN' Vessel in Whangārei
Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of a vessel named ‘JAGMEN’ in the Whangārei area. The 25ft vessel was last seen leaving Taurikura Bay at about 8pm on Sunday, March 22. Police would like to speak with…
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Police Release Name of Man Who Died in Waipaoa Crash, Appeal for Information
Police have confirmed the identity of the man who died following a crash in Waipaoa on March 20. He was 75-year-old Owen Rutherford Lloyd, from Whatatutu. His family and friends are being supported by police during this difficult time. Investigators…
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Police Recover Stolen Goods After Public Tip-Off
Police in Counties Manukau have successfully recovered a significant amount of stolen property thanks to a tip from a vigilant member of the public. On Friday afternoon, Police patrolling the Counties Manukau West area were alerted to an address in…
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Centuries-Old Human Remains Discovered in Wellington Garden
Human remains discovered in a garden on Wellington's south coast last year have been confirmed to be centuries old. A homeowner in Ōwhiro Bay found the remains on June 22, 2025. Radiocarbon dating has determined the remains to be from…
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Hunters Urged to Be 100% Sure of Targets During Deer Roar Season
As thousands of hunters prepare for the annual deer roar season, recreational firearms groups are issuing a critical reminder: always be 100% sure of your targets. Te Tari Pureke – Firearms Safety Authority, which chairs the Recreational Firearms Users Group,…
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Man Arrested for Serious Assault in Stratford Park
Police have arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with a serious assault that occurred in King Edward Park, Stratford, on Friday evening. The man is due to appear in the Hawera District Court today, facing charges of wounding with intent…
Law Enforcement StratfordKing Edward ParkAssaultArrestWounding with IntentPoliceHawera District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Severe Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Hit New Zealand
New Zealand is bracing for a significant shift in weather as a low-pressure system originating from the tropics is forecast to move into the Tasman Sea on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and large waves. The adverse weather is…
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New Zealand Faces Potential Severe Weather Warnings Next Week
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook indicating a significant risk of heavy rain and strong winds across New Zealand from Wednesday, March 25, to Saturday, March 28. A subtropical low developing to the west of the North Island is…
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Woman Arrested After Fleeing Police in Stolen Vehicle
A 34-year-old woman is heading to court after a police pursuit on Auckland's North Shore. The incident began around 3 a.m. when police spotted a stolen Nissan hatchback in Wairau Valley. The Police Eagle helicopter was deployed and observed the…
Law Enforcement Police ChaseStolen VehicleNorth ShoreAucklandDangerous DrivingFailing to StopCourtNew Zealand Police
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays on Auckland's Southern Motorway
Emergency services are attending a multi-vehicle crash on Auckland's Southern Motorway near Ōtāhuhu. The incident, involving several vehicles, occurred on State Highway 1 close to the northbound Princes Street off-ramp and was reported to Police around 9:30 am. Multiple individuals…
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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 applications cover a range of establishments across the city, including bars, taverns, and retail liquor stores. Graze Wine Bar, located at…
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First Moa Point Report Released by Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council has published the first in a series of reports concerning the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant failure on February 4. The reports were commissioned by Wellington Water to investigate the incident. Further reports are expected to follow.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironment Wellington City CouncilMoa PointWastewater Treatment PlantReportInvestigationWellington WaterInfrastructure Failure
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Two-Vehicle Crash Blocks Arapaepae Road in Levin
Arapaepae Road, also known as State Highway 57 in Levin, is currently blocked following a two-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to emergency services around 2:30 AM. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified. The road is anticipated to be…
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One Dead in Single-Vehicle Crash in Waiohau
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Galatea Road, Waiohau. Police were alerted to the incident around 5:15 PM, discovering the sole occupant deceased at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit is currently examining the location, leading to…