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Missing Bishopdale Woman Found Safe After Emergency Mobile Alert
A 79-year-old woman, reported missing from her Bishopdale home after failing to return from a shopping trip on Thursday 24 July, has been found safe. Police issued an emergency mobile alert (EMA) due to concerns for her welfare and impending…
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South Island Braces for Significant Rain Event
A significant rain event is expected to impact the west and north of the South Island on Sunday. A north to northeast flow is influencing the country between a high to the east and a trough to the west, posing…
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State Highway 6 Reopens Following Crash in Nelson
State Highway 6 in Nelson has reopened after a crash at the intersection of Rawhiti and Tahunanui Dr around 8.20am today. New Zealand Police are investigating the incident.
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Pilot Fined $14,475 for Aviation Safety Breaches After Crash Landing
A man has been fined $14,475 for multiple breaches of aviation safety rules, including flying without a pilot licence and operating an aircraft without a certificate of airworthiness. The sentencing, welcomed by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), follows an incident…
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Ed Sheeran's 'Loop Tour' to Hit Wellington's Sky Stadium
Wellington is set to welcome Ed Sheeran's 'Loop Tour' at Sky Stadium this summer. The announcement was made on July 23, 2025. Sheeran is returning to what he calls his “favourite city in the world”. In other news, the upgraded…
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 30 Near Atiamuri
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 30 near Atiamuri around 5 a.m. today. One person is critically injured, and two others sustained moderate to minor injuries. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the cause. Police…
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Christchurch Police Investigate Hit-and-Run, Seek Public's Help
Christchurch police are appealing to the public for information regarding a hit-and-run incident that occurred on Wednesday, July 23, at the intersection of Grahams Road and Westburn Terrace in Burnside. Emergency services responded to the scene at approximately 9:05 am,…
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Southern Drivers Urged to Take Care Amidst Cold Snap
Southern Police are urging drivers to exercise caution on the roads due to icy conditions. Inspector Craig Brown, Southern District Road Policing Manager, advises that several areas have black ice, making surface conditions dangerous, especially in shaded areas and on…
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Fatal Crash South of Waitahuna
One person died following a two-vehicle crash south of Waitahuna today. Emergency services were called to the scene on Manuka Gorge Highway at approximately 4:50pm. One person died at the scene, while another sustained serious injuries. Police are providing support…
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Crash Blocks State Highway Two Near Papamoa Beach
State Highway Two near Bruce Road in Papamoa Beach is blocked after a two-vehicle crash. Police responded around 3:40 p.m. One person sustained serious injuries, while two others have moderate to minor injuries. Motorists should follow diversions and anticipate delays…
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Northland Driver Arrested After High-Speed Chase
A driver in Northland, New Zealand, was arrested yesterday after a high-speed chase. At approximately 3:30 p.m., police observed a black Holden Commodore speeding on State Highway 1 near Horeke. The driver failed to stop when requested, leading to a…
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Man in Hospital After Auckland Assault; One Arrested
A man is recovering in Auckland City Hospital with moderate injuries after an assault in central Auckland early this morning. Police have arrested a 21-year-old man who will appear in the Auckland District Court today. Detective Senior Sergeant Rebecca Kirk…
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New Zealand Weather Shift: From Calm to Wet and Windy
A period of calm, frosty mornings is coming to an end in Aotearoa New Zealand, with rain and wind expected to return, according to MetService. Some regions experienced their lowest temperatures of the year this morning, including Dunedin Airport at…
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Police Pleased with IPCA Findings on Richmond Vehicle Stop
Police have accepted the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) regarding a complaint against officers following a vehicle stop in Richmond on August 1, 2024. The IPCA investigation concluded that the officers acted lawfully throughout the incident. Tasman…
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Man Charged with Murder After Woman's Death in Parklands
A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Parklands, Christchurch, last night. Emergency services were called to Lamorna Road at 7.50pm, after reports a woman had sustained critical injuries. The woman was unresponsive…
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Norton Report: Cyberbullying and AI Companionship Challenge Kiwi Parents
A new Norton report reveals that cyberbullying and AI companionship are growing concerns for Kiwi parents. The 2025 Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report: Connected Kids, released on Tuesday, shows that 13% of parents report their children have experienced cyberbullying, while…
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Serious Crash Closes Rotowaro Road in Huntly
A serious single-vehicle crash occurred on Rotowaro Road in Huntly, Waikato, prompting a road closure and diversions. Police were called to the scene at approximately 4.45am between Weavers Crossing Road and Mahuta Station Road. Emergency services are currently attending to…
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Kāpiti Man Charged with Counterfeiting and Shoplifting
A Kāpiti man is in court facing charges related to counterfeit banknotes and shoplifting, following multiple reports of shoplifting and theft across Wellington. The man allegedly used counterfeit cash to purchase items from commercial retailers. Kāpiti Mana Police executed a…
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Man Remanded After Canterbury Crime Spree
A 27-year-old man is in custody in Canterbury after a series of dishonesty offenses. The incidents included vehicle theft, a crash, burglaries, and attempted burglaries. The crime spree occurred over several hours, beginning the evening of Monday, July 21. The…
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Tauranga Traffic Stop Leads to Firearm and Drug Charges
A 28-year-old man faces multiple charges after a traffic stop in Tauranga on Tuesday morning led to the discovery of firearms and drugs. At approximately 4:25 am, police stopped a car on Welcome Bay Road and detected a strong smell…
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Nelson Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Man
Nelson Police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a man who may be able to assist with inquiries into concerning behaviour at a school on William Street, Richmond, on Tuesday, June 8, between 11:25 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.…
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New Zealand Braces for Approaching Trough, Heavy Rain Possible
A complex trough of low pressure is expected to approach New Zealand from the Tasman Sea, bringing rain and showers to various regions, according to MetService. While the risk of severe weather remains minimal through Sunday, a northerly flow is…
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DT Swiss Issues Stop-Use Notice for Wheels; Crestline Recalls Power Module
DT Swiss has issued a stop-use notice for its ERC/CRC/HEC wheels due to the risk of spontaneous delamination of the rim flange, which could compromise the wheel's structural integrity and lead to accidents, injury, or death. The company is asking…
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Highbrook Incident: Police Investigate Death and Suspicious Items
A police operation near Highbrook, Auckland, was initiated following the discovery of a man's body near a walkway adjacent to the Southern Motorway (SH1) around 11.30am. According to Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward, Counties Manukau CIB, a suspicious item resembling…
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Trevor Baker, 68, Identified as Victim in Fatal Ashburton Crash
Trevor Baker, 68, of Ashburton, died in a crash on Burnett Street, Ashburton, on Saturday, July 5th. Police have released his name and extend their sympathies to his family and friends. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.…
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Tyreece Te Pairi Named as Hamilton Homicide Victim
Police have named 20-year-old Tyreece Te Pairi, of Hamilton, as the victim of Sunday morning’s homicide on Alexandra Street. He died from injuries sustained during an altercation. Detective Inspector Daryl Smith said police are supporting Te Pairi’s family. "The investigation…
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Man Charged with Murder in Hawke’s Bay Cold Case
A 29-year-old Hastings man has been charged with the murder of 45-year-old Eddie Peters, who was killed in Flaxmere nearly seven years ago. The accused is also charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice and is expected to…
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New Zealand Electric Vehicle Imports Plummet by 50%
Imports of fully electric vehicles in New Zealand experienced a significant drop in value, falling over 50 percent in the 12 months to June 2025, according to Stats NZ data. The total value of passenger motor vehicle imports also decreased,…
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Calm Weather Expected Across New Zealand
New Zealand is set to experience mostly calm weather over the next few days, according to the latest Severe Weather Outlook from MetService issued at 9:16am on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. A large high-pressure system is currently dominating most of…
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Amora Pedestrian Bridge to be Demolished
The main section of the Amora pedestrian bridge will be demolished on Saturday, as part of Wellington City Council’s Te Ngākau streetworks programme. According to the council, the remaining stair section will be removed throughout the following week, with no…
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