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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Missing Woman
Police are appealing for sightings of Jacqueline, a 50-year-old woman reported missing from the Birkenhead area. She was last seen near Fernglen Gardens on Kauri Road at approximately 12:30 PM yesterday. Both police and Jacqueline's family have expressed concern for…
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New Zealand Braces for Heavy Rain and Gale-Force Winds
MetService has issued severe weather warnings across New Zealand as a deep sub-tropical low and associated fronts are set to bring significant heavy rain and strong northeast winds over the next few days. This event is described as impactful and…
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Waterloo Road Closed After Serious Crash in Lower Hutt
Waterloo Road in Lower Hutt is currently closed due to a crash that occurred this evening. Police responded to the incident between Cornwall Street and John Reynolds Square at approximately 6:15 PM. As a result of the crash, one person…
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New Dog Teams Graduate to Enhance Security in New Zealand and Pacific
Ten new handler and dog teams have graduated from the New Zealand Police Dog Training Centre in Trentham, strengthening law enforcement and security capabilities for both New Zealand and Pacific nations. The ceremony celebrated the successful completion of training for…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather: Heavy Rain and Gales Expected
MetService has issued significant severe weather warnings across New Zealand, with a deep sub-tropical low and associated fronts bringing heavy rain and strong northeast winds. The event is expected to be impactful, with multiple hazards affecting many regions over the…
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New Zealand Civil Aviation Bill Passes, Modernizing Aviation Laws
The Civil Aviation Bill has successfully passed its third reading in New Zealand Parliament, marking a significant step towards modernizing the country's aviation legislation. The new Civil Aviation Act, which will replace the current Act from 1990, is set to…
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Auckland State Highway Maintenance Scheduled
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is set to carry out essential maintenance work on Auckland's state highway network. The work will primarily affect State Highway 2 (SH2) between Monument Road and Dimmock Road, and between Monument Road and Heaven Road.…
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Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Balleny Islands Region
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake was detected in the Balleny Islands region on March 26, 2026, at 01:06:19 UTC. The earthquake originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located at 61.143S, 154.654E. This location is approximately 1843.4 kilometers…
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Police Appeal for Information After Napier Burglaries
Police are appealing to the public for information following burglaries in the Greenmeadows and Tamatea areas of Napier. The appeal comes after police were called to a Greenmeadows address early this morning, where two offenders were discovered inside a victim's…
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Three Youths Arrested in Glen Eden Robbery and Car Theft
Police have arrested three youths in connection with an aggravated robbery and car theft in Glen Eden. The incident occurred just before 4pm yesterday when police were called to an eatery on Glendale Road. Three individuals allegedly made demands and…
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Red Weather Warning Issued for Northland as Severe Rain and Wind Batter New Zealand
New Zealand is experiencing severe weather conditions, with a Red Heavy Rain Warning in effect for eastern Northland until Friday morning. Over 200mm of rain has already fallen in parts of the region in the last 24 hours, leading to…
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New Zealand Braces for Continued Severe Weather with Red Warnings in Place
New Zealand is currently experiencing severe weather conditions, with heavy rain and strong winds continuing to affect the country. A Red Heavy Rain Warning remains in effect for eastern Northland until the early hours of Friday morning, March 27, 2026.…
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Man in Custody After Grove Street Incident in Nelson
A man is in custody following an incident on Grove Street in Nelson. Police were called to the scene just after 9:20pm yesterday evening after reports of a verbal dispute between two individuals. Around 10pm, the man was located on…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather: Heavy Rain and Gales Expected
New Zealand is set to experience a significant multi-hazard weather event as a deep sub-tropical low and its associated fronts move across the country over the next few days. MetService has issued severe weather warnings, forecasting heavy rain and strong…
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Police Respond to Incident on Grove Street, Nelson
Cordons are currently in place on Grove Street in Nelson while police respond to an incident. Authorities have stated that there is not believed to be any risk to the public. Members of the public are advised to avoid the…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather: Heavy Rain and Gales Expected
New Zealand is preparing for a significant multi-hazard weather event as a deep sub-tropical low approaches, bringing heavy rain and strong northeast winds from Wednesday night into Friday. The upper North Island, particularly Northland and western Bay of Plenty, is…
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Two Dead in Makara Vehicle Crash
Two people have been confirmed deceased following a vehicle crash in Makara this morning. Police were alerted to the incident on Makara Road at approximately 8:05 AM after receiving reports of a vehicle overturned in a body of water. Upon…
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Man Dies in Police Custody in Auckland
A critical incident investigation is underway following the death of a man in Police custody in Auckland this morning. Police responded to reports of disorder in Mt Roskill around 9:40 am and arrested a man without incident on Morrie Laing…
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Arrest Made in Hastings Bar Fight Investigation
Hastings Police have arrested and charged an individual in relation to a fight that occurred at the Common Room bar earlier this month. The incident, which took place around 1:45 am on Sunday, March 8, resulted in several injuries, with…
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Gilmours Corn Chips Recalled Over Undeclared Allergens
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for a specific batch of Gilmours brand Original Corn Chips. The recall is due to the presence of undeclared milk and soy allergens. Consumers who have a milk or soy allergy or…
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Man Charged in Christchurch Serious Assault
Christchurch Police have charged a man in connection with a serious assault that occurred on Worcester Street last week. On Thursday, March 19, at approximately 10 p.m., police responded to reports of a person with injuries consistent with a stabbing.…
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Blenheim Street, Upper Hutt Closed Due to Fire
Blenheim Street in Upper Hutt is currently closed due to a nearby fire. Police responded to the incident at the corner of Blenheim Street and Goodshed Road at approximately 1:35pm. No injuries have been reported as a result of the…
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Man, 71, named as victim of fatal Lindis Pass crash
Police have named Murray Kevin Levers, 71, of Matamata, as the person who died in a three-vehicle crash on the Lindis Pass on Sunday. "Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this tragic time," police said. Authorities thanked…
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MetService Issues Red Rain Warning for Northland Amidst Approaching Subtropical Low
MetService has issued a Red Warning for Heavy Rain in eastern Northland, covering the area from Doubtless Bay to Whangārei, effective from 4pm Wednesday, March 25, to 4am Friday, March 27. This warning signifies the potential for extreme weather events…
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Severe Weather Expected Across New Zealand Until Weekend
New Zealand is bracing for a period of severe weather as a large low-pressure system moves across the country, bringing rain and strong winds. The system is expected to affect many areas until the weekend, with MetService issuing numerous Severe…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather: Heavy Rain and Gales Expected
New Zealand is preparing for a significant multi-hazard weather event as a deep sub-tropical low approaches, bringing heavy rain and strong northeast winds across many regions from late Wednesday until Friday. The upper North Island, particularly Northland and western Bay…
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Single-vehicle crash on Makara Road, Wellington
Police are at the scene of a single-vehicle crash on Makara Road in Wellington this morning. Officers were called to the location at approximately 8:05 am after receiving reports of a vehicle upside down in a body of water. Enquiries…
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Police Seek Information on Queenstown Disorder
Police are seeking the public's assistance to identify two men involved in a disorder incident at a store on Eleventh Avenue, Queenstown, on January 24, 2026. Officers believe the men pictured have information that could aid their inquiries. While no…
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Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police in Stolen Vehicle
A 30-year-old man is facing serious charges after fleeing from police in a stolen vehicle, driving dangerously, and crashing in the northern Waikato region. The incident began around 11:40 PM on Tuesday when a vehicle, reported stolen at gunpoint earlier…
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Police Appeal for Information in Flaxmere Sexual Offence Investigation
Police investigating alleged serious sexual offending by a Flaxmere man are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. A 37-year-old Flaxmere man was arrested on Monday, March 23, and appeared in the Hastings District Court yesterday. He faces charges…