Category: australasia
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Hits Off New Zealand's South Island
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck off the west coast of the South Island of New Zealand on October 29, 2025, at 07:20:27 UTC. The quake was centered at 47.086S, 164.787E, with a depth of 10 km. Its epicenter was approximately…
WeatherScience & TechnologyDisastersAustralasiaGeneral Weather EarthquakeSouth IslandRivertonInvercargillGoreUS Geological SurveyUSGS Earthquake Reports
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Lost Tramper Rescued in Northland Bush
A tramper lost in dense Northland bush was rescued by Search and Rescue teams. The tramper, on a day walk, was near the summit of Mount Tutamoe when he lost his way. According to Detective Sergeant Paul Overton, Northland Police…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesAustralasiaLaw EnforcementTransportation
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Pork Jerky Recalled Due to Metal Contamination
Link Foods New Zealand Ltd is recalling specific batches of Golden Island brand Pork Jerky Korean BBQ Recipe due to the potential presence of foreign matter (metal). The recall affects the 410g size of the product, sold in a plastic…
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Police Investigate Firearm Damage in Sawyers Bay
Port Chalmers Police are seeking public assistance following an incident of wilful damage to a home in Sawyers Bay. The incident occurred on Kaira Street, and authorities are appealing to the community for any information that could aid their investigation.…
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Transnational Operation Nets Arrests, Seizes 96 Firearms in New Zealand
A weeklong transnational crackdown on illicit firearms has led to 43 arrests and the seizure of 96 firearms in New Zealand. The operation, named Black Onyx, was a coordinated effort with partner agencies in Australia and New Zealand. It took…
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentWorldAustralasiaSocial IssuesLegal
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New Zealand Police Launch 'Calling Card' Recruitment Campaign
The New Zealand Police have launched a new recruitment campaign, dubbed ‘Calling Card’, targeting individuals with varied skills and experiences. The campaign aims to highlight the diverse career opportunities within the police force and encourage those with relevant abilities to…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk
A weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:01am on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather in New Zealand through Monday, November 3, 2025. On Friday, October 31, a front embedded in a southwesterly flow will…
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US Tourists Killed in Piarere Crash
Police have released the names of two people killed in a State Highway 1 crash in Piarere on October 15. The deceased are Joshua Laroy Greenway, 35, and Amber Kory Stephens, 34, tourists from the United States of America. Police…
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Police Eagle Crew Assist in Water Rescues Around Auckland
The Police Eagle helicopter crew were busy over the long weekend, assisting with several water rescues in Auckland. On Saturday evening, Police received a report of a capsized boat near Kawakawa Bay. Senior Sergeant Garry Larsen of the Auckland Marine…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesAustralasiaLaw EnforcementTransportationState Governments
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Christchurch police seize motorbike and cash in burglary investigation
Christchurch police have seized a motorbike, power tools, and over $9,000 in cash following an investigation into commercial burglaries. The Canterbury Rural and Christchurch Tactical Crime Units executed a search warrant on Friday last week. Senior Sergeant Rachel Walker, Area…
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Serious Crash Closes Part of State Highway 2, Mangatāwhiri
Emergency services responded to a serious crash at the intersection of Pinnacle Hill Road and State Highway 2, Mangatāwhiri, after police were called at 2.36pm. Initial reports indicate serious injuries. The road is closed between Avon and Koheroa Roads, with…
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New Zealand Weather Forecast: From Snowy South to Sunny Weekend
Aotearoa New Zealand is experiencing an unstable south to southwest flow, bringing showers and snow, with thunderstorms expected in some areas. The unsettled weather is expected to clear by the end of today, leading to a mix of showers and…
WeatherAustralasiaDisastersGeneral Weather MetServiceSouth IslandNorth IslandSnowThunderstormsMetService New Zealand
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Auckland's SH20 to undergo night closures in November for electronic sign installation
Auckland motorists should prepare for night closures on State Highway 20 (SH20) between Puhinui and Massey Roads throughout November 2025. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has scheduled the closures, which will last approximately four weeks, to allow for the installation…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Crash Blocks Southbound Lanes on Christchurch Northern Motorway
A serious crash has blocked both southbound lanes on the Christchurch Northern Motorway this morning. The incident occurred between Ohaka Road and Tram Road. Police responded to the multi-vehicle crash at approximately 10:40 am. Initial reports indicate that people have…
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New Zealand Household Living Costs Rise 2.4 Percent
Household living costs in New Zealand have increased by 2.4 percent in the 12 months to the September 2025 quarter, according to data released today by Stats NZ. This increase, measured by the household living-costs price indexes (HLPIs), follows a…
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High Winds May Impact Auckland Harbour Bridge
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has warned that strong winds may affect the Auckland Harbour Bridge today, Tuesday, October 28, until approximately 2 PM. Wind gusts could reach 75-85km/h until midday, with a chance of exceeding 90km/h between…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk
A weather outlook issued at 9:59 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather in New Zealand through Sunday, November 2, 2025. On Thursday, October 30, a low to the north of the country may…
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Orange Wind Warning Issued for Wellington Region
MetService has issued an Orange wind warning for the Wellington region, effective tomorrow (Labour Day). The warning forecasts severe gale northerlies, with damaging gusts reaching 130 km/h in exposed locations. The public is advised to take precautions and stay safe…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued Across New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for much of New Zealand, effective Monday night and Tuesday morning, as an active low-pressure system moves across the country from the Tasman Sea. The warnings include Orange Rain Warnings for Northland and the…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued Across New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued for much of New Zealand, with an active low-pressure system from the Tasman Sea bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The warning, issued at 9:10pm on Monday, October 27, 2025, also forecasts heavy…
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23 Arrested Following Rugby League Celebrations in Tāmaki Makaurau
Tāmaki Makaurau Police have arrested 23 people following celebrations related to a rugby league game over the weekend. Police monitored town centres where celebrations traditionally occur. While most celebrated peacefully, police reported multiple disappointing incidents. Over the weekend, police observed…
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Crash Blocks State Highway 1 in Otago
State Highway 1 (Waikouaiti-Waitati Road) in Otago is blocked after a crash on the Waikouaiti River bridge. Police were notified at 10.20am. Two cars, one towing a caravan, collided. Diversions are in place. The Police Media Centre issued the alert.
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued Across New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService, indicating a significant storm will impact much of New Zealand today and Tuesday morning. An active low-pressure system moving across the country is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Risk of Severe Weather
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook indicating a minimal risk of severe weather across New Zealand from Wednesday, October 29th, to Saturday, November 1st, 2025. The forecast, released at 9:43 am on Monday, October 27th, 2025, details the weather…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for New Zealand
New Zealand is bracing for a significant storm as an active low-pressure system moves across the country during Labour Day and Tuesday morning. MetService has issued several severe weather warnings, including heavy rain, strong wind, and heavy snow, for various…
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Police Investigate Palmerston North Burglary, Seek Public Assistance
Police are seeking public assistance following a residential burglary in the Stoney Creek Road area of Palmerston North. The incident, reported today, is believed to have occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning. A Polaris Ranger 1000 all-terrain vehicle…
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Fatal Motorbike Crash on Waiheke Island
A motorbike crash on Waiheke Island has resulted in one fatality and one person seriously injured. Emergency services responded to the incident on Ocean View Road, Oneroa, just before 2pm, following reports that a three-wheeled motorbike had collided with a…
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Te Puke After Man Dies From Gunshot Wound
A homicide investigation has been launched in Te Puke following the death of a man who was critically injured on Saturday. Police were alerted at approximately 10:30 a.m. to a person admitted to hospital with a critical gunshot wound. The…
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Man Charged After Threat Against Wellington Place of Worship
An 18-year-old Dunedin man has been charged following a threat against a Wellington place of worship. The man was arrested yesterday evening and charged with causing harm by posting digital communication. He is scheduled to appear in Dunedin District Court…
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Severe Storm Expected to Hit New Zealand on Labour Day
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:26 am on Sunday, October 26, 2025, forecasts a significant storm to impact much of New Zealand on Labour Day, Tuesday, October 28, 2025. The complex trough of low pressure over central…