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Body Found in Lake Dunstan Believed to be Missing Man
A body has been located in Lake Dunstan, near Cromwell, this afternoon. Police were notified by a member of the public who was near Cornish Point about 2:35pm. While formal identification is pending, it is believed to be the 21-year-old…
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Man Appears in Court Over Alleged Indecent Assaults in Lower Hutt
Hutt Valley Police are appealing for information following a 19-year-old man's court appearance for two alleged indecent assaults in Lower Hutt. Police are investigating further potential offending and urge anyone with information to come forward. The first incident occurred on…
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New Zealand Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing Teenager
New Zealand Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating 15-year-old James, who has been reported missing from the Alfriston area. James was last seen on Everlea Place at 10:00 PM on March 22. He is described as approximately 170…
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Raw C Coconut Water Recalled for Undeclared Milk Allergen
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for a specific batch of Raw C brand Easter Coconut Water. The product is being recalled because it contains an undeclared allergen: milk. Consumers who have a milk allergy or intolerance are…
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State Highway 2 Maintenance Scheduled in Auckland
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is set to conduct essential maintenance on State Highway 2 (SH2) in Auckland. The work will take place between Monument Road and Heaven Road, commencing on Wednesday, April 8th, and running nightly from 9pm…
TransportationGovernment State Highway 2AucklandMaintenanceNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiTraffic ManagementRoad WorkInfrastructureNZTA Auckland
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for April
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is set to conduct essential maintenance on State Highway 20 (SH20) in Auckland next week. The work, scheduled for April 7, 8, and 9, will involve full lane closures and ramp restrictions to ensure safety…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for Early April
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is set to conduct essential maintenance on State Highway 1 (SH1) in Auckland during early April. The work is weather dependent and may be subject to change. Residents are advised to check the NZTA…
Transportation AucklandState Highway 1Motorway MaintenanceRoad ClosureDetourNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiTraffic BulletinNZTA Auckland
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for April 6
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking essential maintenance work on State Highway 18 (SH18) in Auckland on Monday, April 6. The work is weather dependent and may be rescheduled. Motorists are advised to check the NZTA Journey Planner for…
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State Highway 1 Southbound Closure for Maintenance Near Auckland
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking essential maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) in Auckland. The southbound lanes between the Greenlane interchange and Mt Wellington Highway will be fully closed on Wednesday, April 8, from 10pm to 5am.…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing 74-Year-Old
Police are seeking the public's help to find Rui Lian, a 74-year-old woman reported missing from Balmoral. Ms. Lian was last seen on Balmoral Road at 11:57 AM. She was wearing a long-sleeved grey top with pink dots, a short…
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Police Urge Safe Return of Stolen Asbestos
Police are issuing a strong warning to the public regarding a hazardous substance stolen during a burglary at a Panmure business earlier this week. The Glen Innes Tactical Crime Unit is investigating the incident, which occurred overnight between Monday and…
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Man Sentenced to Life for Murder
Daniel James Work, 39, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum non-parole period of 10 years and 6 months. He pleaded guilty to the murder of Albert Coe, which occurred in Ohingaiti on January 21, 2024. The sentencing…
Law EnforcementMedia MurderSentencingWhanganuiOhingaitiDaniel James WorkAlbert CoeLife ImprisonmentNew Zealand Police
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Man Arrested After Machete-Wielding Pizza Robbery and High-Speed Chase
Auckland City Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with an aggravated robbery at a pizza restaurant on Sandringham Road. The incident occurred around 10:15 pm on Tuesday when an individual entered the store armed with a machete, threatening…
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Man's Disguise Fails After Auckland Burglary
An Auckland man's elaborate plan to disguise himself after a burglary proved ineffective, leading to his arrest and court appearance. Police were responding to a burglary at a Birkenhead venue on Tuesday afternoon when a man allegedly entered the closed…
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Man Arrested in Fielding Stabbing Incident
Police have arrested a man in connection with a stabbing that occurred last month in Fielding, resulting in two individuals sustaining stab wounds. The 20-year-old suspect is scheduled to appear in the Palmerston North District Court on Tuesday, April 7,…
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Dangerous driver faces court after SH1 wrong-way incident
A 53-year-old man is set to appear in North Shore District Court after a dangerous driving incident on State Highway 1 in Auckland overnight. Police received multiple reports around 3:15 am of a vehicle travelling the wrong way on the…
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One Dead in Stanmore Bay Car Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Stanmore Bay this morning. Emergency services were called to Vipond Road at approximately 10:25 am. Sadly, one person was pronounced deceased at the scene. Vipond Road is currently closed between Doyly…
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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Stolen Boat
Police are seeking the public’s assistance to locate a boat that was stolen from Te Kamo overnight. The 7M Voyager vessel named 'Rock Solid' has a hard top with a black 250hp Mercury outboard motor. If anyone has any information…
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Easter Weekend Weather: A Mixed Bag Across New Zealand
New Zealanders can expect a varied weather picture across the country this Easter weekend, with opportunities for outdoor activities interspersed with periods of cloud and showers. MetService meteorologist John Law noted that while the weather will be mixed, most people…
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Police Issue Correction on Court Sentencing Release
New Zealand Police have issued a correction to a media release concerning a court sentencing. The release, originally issued yesterday, contained transposed names. The corrected first line now reads: "Police acknowledge the sentencing handed down today in the High Court…
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New Home Consents Rise 12 Percent in Aotearoa New Zealand
Aotearoa New Zealand saw a 12 percent rise in new home consents for the year ended February 2026, with 37,534 homes consented. This marks an increase compared to the previous year. "The annual number of new home consents has increased…
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New Zealand Water Quality Shows Mixed Trends
New Zealand's river and lake water quality is showing mixed trends, with some indicators improving while others decline, according to figures released by Stats NZ. Phosphorus levels have shown an improving trend, decreasing at 59 percent of monitored river sites…
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Second Arrest Made in Hastings Bar Fight Investigation
Police have arrested a second person in relation to a fight at the Common Room bar in Hastings earlier this month. The incident occurred between 1:30 AM and 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 8, resulting in several injuries, some serious,…
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Wellington Landfill Holds 'Buried Treasure' of Recyclable Waste
Wellington's Southern Landfill is revealing a significant amount of 'buried treasure' in the form of discarded materials. Recent assessments indicate thousands of tonnes of food, plastics, glass, and household items are being landfilled, representing missed opportunities for consumption, recycling, and…
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Crash Blocks Eastbound Lane on Upper Harbour Highway
An eastbound lane on the Upper Harbour Highway near Greenhithe is blocked following a two-vehicle crash reported around 6:10 am this morning. The incident occurred near the Tauhinu Road off-ramp. Police confirmed there are no reports of injuries resulting from…
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Search Intensifies for Missing French National Antoine Richard in Cromwell
The search for 21-year-old French national Antoine Richard, reported missing in Cromwell last weekend, is ongoing. Richard was last seen around 11:45 PM on Saturday, March 21, at the Victoria Arms Hotel. Police are urging residents to check their properties…
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Product Recalls Issued for Battery Charger and Bicycle
Discount Tools NZ Ltd has recalled the Topdon Smart Programmable Battery Charger due to a manufacturing fault. The internal components can short-circuit during normal use, posing a risk of fire or serious injury. The charger is not registered with the…
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Two Males Located After Puppies Drown in Whakatane River
Police have apprehended two males following an incident where puppies were allegedly thrown into the Whakatane River, resulting in their deaths. The event, which occurred on Monday, March 30, was captured on video by the perpetrators and shared on social…
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Loco Love Caramel Recalled Over Undeclared Peanut Allergen
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for a specific batch of Loco Love Classic Chewy Caramel. The product is being recalled because it contains an undeclared allergen: peanut. Consumers who have a peanut allergy are advised not to…
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Court Sentencing Highlights Importance of Firearms Safety
Police are reinforcing the message of firearms safety following the sentencing of Joshua Hargreaves in the High Court at Hamilton for the murder of his brother, Jack Hargreaves. The sentencing also highlighted that one of the firearms used in the…
Politics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement Firearms SafetyNew Zealand PoliceCourt SentencingHamiltonHargreavesIllegal PossessionPublic Safety