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Earthquake Hits Macquarie Island Region
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck the Macquarie Island region on July 29, 2025, at 07:14:21 UTC, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, centered at 57.815S, 157.932E, had a depth of 31 km. Its location was approximately 1432.6 km…
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Hit by Heavy Rain, Winds
Radio New Zealand is reporting that weather watches and warnings remain in place for much of the North Island and the top of the South Island. It said significant heavy rain and strong north to northeast winds are expected into…
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Man Dies After Speeding Incident in Newmarket
Police are investigating the death of a man in Newmarket early this morning after a speeding incident. According to Superintendent Zane Hooper, Auckland Deployment Commander, the incident began around 1 a.m. when a police unit conducting speed checks on the…
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Hits Macquarie Island Region
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck the Macquarie Island region at 00:44:10 UTC on July 29, 2025, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, centered at 57.684S, 157.522E, had a depth of 31 km. Its epicenter was approximately 1434.4 km…
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Earthquake Hits Macquarie Island Region
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck the Macquarie Island region on July 29, 2025, at 00:21:14 UTC, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, centered at 57.899S, 157.913E, had a depth of 8 km. Its epicenter was approximately 1441 km…
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Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Hits Macquarie Island Region
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck the Macquarie Island region on July 28, 2025, at 22:20:38 UTC, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, centered at 57.850S, 157.811E, had a depth of 10 km. Its location was approximately 1439.8 km…
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Magnitude 6.9 Earthquake Hits Macquarie Island Region
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the Macquarie Island region at 22:10:32 UTC on July 28, 2025, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, which occurred at a depth of 10 km, was centered at 57.559S, 156.821E. Its location was…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook
A strong southerly flow is expected to impact the east of the North Island due to a deep low, while another low is forecasted to move east past the far north, according to MetService. The risk of severe weather is…
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Hawke's Bay Police Target Illegal Hunting
Hawke's Bay Police are increasing efforts to combat illegal hunting, urging hunters to respect private property and the safety of others. Sergeant Ray Wylie emphasized the risks associated with trespassing while hunting, stating, "Everyone has the right to feel safe…
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Stolen Goods Recovered in Māngere East Search Warrant
Counties Manukau West Police have recovered numerous stolen items after executing a search warrant in Māngere East. While searching for a stolen bike on Buckland Road, officers discovered a collection of tools and an electric motorcycle that were identified as…
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New Zealand Parliament Passes Whanganui River Claims Settlement Bill
The New Zealand Parliament passed the Te Awa Tupua (Whanganui River) Claims Settlement Bill on March 14, settling historical claims of the Whanganui Iwi tribes related to the Whanganui River. Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations, Christopher Finlayson, said the…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast Across New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService, predicting significant heavy rain and strong winds across multiple regions from late Monday into Wednesday morning. A front moving east is expected to bring hazardous conditions, prompting advisories for residents to…
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Arrest Made After Aggravated Robbery in Whangārei
A 35-year-old man has been arrested and faces serious charges after an aggravated robbery at a Kensington Avenue bar in Whangārei on Friday night. The arrest followed an investigation throughout the weekend, culminating in a Police operation outside an Okara…
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Name Released in Ashburton Fatal Crash
Deidre Anne Edwards, 61, from Rakaia, has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash in Ashburton on Thursday, July 24th. Police released her name and expressed their condolences to her family and loved ones during this difficult time.…
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Name Released in Fatal Wairakei Crash
Travis Edward Simmonds, 53, of Napier, has been identified as the man who died in a crash on State Highway 1, Wairakei, on Saturday, July 19th. Police have released his name following notification of next of kin. Police have expressed…
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NZ Employment Indicators Show Slight Increase in June 2025
New data indicates a slight increase in filled jobs across all industries in June 2025, rising by 0.1 percent (3,487 jobs) to reach 2.34 million. According to Stats NZ, primary industries saw the most significant growth, with a 0.9 percent…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService, predicting heavy rain and strong winds across multiple regions of New Zealand from late Monday, July 28, into early Wednesday, July 30. The warning, released at 10:25 am on Monday, advises…
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Man Dies in Rotorua
Police in Rotorua have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a 20-year-old man who was taken to Rotorua Hospital with critical injuries on Saturday night. Police were alerted at 7.10pm after the man was brought to the hospital…
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Name Released: Child Dies in Motutere Crash
Jax Tauroa-Wall, 10, has been identified as the child who died in a crash on State Highway 1, Motutere, on Saturday, July 4th. Police have released his name and extend their deepest sympathies to Jax’s family and loved ones. Enquiries…
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Wellington City Council Local Election Candidate Nominations Closing Soon
Nominations for candidates in the 2025 Wellington City Council local elections are closing next week. While there has been a strong showing of candidates to date, the deadline for applications is fast approaching. Wellington City Council encourages interested individuals to…
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Search Continues for Missing Tramper Roy Arbon in Greymouth
The search for missing 75-year-old tramper Roy Arbon continues today in the Greymouth area. Police are appealing to the public for any information regarding Arbon's whereabouts. Arbon was last seen on the morning of July 23 heading from Runanga to…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 8:39pm on Sunday, July 27, 2025, for heavy rain and strong winds expected from late Monday into early Wednesday. A front moving east across the country is forecast to bring…
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Whangārei Police Seek Public's Help After Armed Robbery
Police in Whangārei are appealing to the public for help in locating a vehicle connected to an aggravated robbery at a Kensington Avenue bar on July 25. The vehicle is a white Toyota Aqua using stolen license plates, registration KHA69.…
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Fatal Crash in South Wairarapa Claims One Life
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in South Wairarapa. The crash occurred on Bidwills Cutting Road at the intersection with Cross Line and was reported just after 11am today. Police confirmed that one person died at the scene,…
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Serious Crash Closes Road in South Wairarapa
A serious two-vehicle crash in South Wairarapa at the intersection of Bidwills Cutting Road and Cross Line was reported to emergency services around 11am today. Initial reports indicate serious injuries. The road is currently closed, and diversions are in place…
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Whangārei Bar Targeted in Aggravated Robbery
Police are investigating an aggravated robbery that occurred at a bar on Kensington Avenue in Whangārei last night. Authorities were called to the scene at 10 p.m. after a man entered the bar, brandishing a firearm and demanding money. According…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Heavy Rain Expected for New Zealand's South Island
A significant rain event is expected to impact the west and north of the South Island starting Monday, July 28, 2025, according to MetService. A strong, moist north to northeast flow is forecast to move onto the country from the…
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Search Continues for Missing Tramper in Greymouth
Search and Rescue teams are continuing their search today for 75-year-old Roy Arbon, who was reported overdue after a walk in Mt Davy on Thursday, July 24. Police Search and Rescue teams, along with LandSAR volunteers from Greymouth and surrounding…
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Earthquake Strikes Off East Coast of North Island, New Zealand
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck off the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand on July 25, 2025, at 16:17:33 local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake was centered 57.4 km NE of Wainui, New…
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Aggravated Robbery Under Investigation in Ngāruawāhia
Police are investigating an aggravated robbery at a Ngāruawāhia service station. At approximately 12.55am on Friday, July 25, a vehicle arrived at the service station on Great South Rd. Four offenders forced entry into the store. A staff member activated…