Category: australasia
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Man Arrested After Firearm Incident Near Thames Swimming Hole
A 20-year-old man has been arrested following an incident near a popular Thames swimming hole where a firearm was discharged. Police were called to Kauaeranga Valley Road around 5pm yesterday after reports of a man threatening the public and firing…
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Serious Crash Closes Lamb Hill Road in Dunedin
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash in Bucklands Crossing, Dunedin, after a crash on Lamb Hill Road. Police were alerted to the incident just before 7pm. Initial reports indicate that there are serious injuries. Lamb Hill Road is…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisastersSocial IssuesAustralasia
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Akatarawa Road Closed After Crash
Akatarawa Road in Wellington is closed following a two-vehicle crash. Emergency services were called to the scene at 4:20pm after a crash involving a motorcycle. One person has sustained serious injuries as a result of the incident. Motorists are advised…
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Air New Zealand and Agencies Address Airbus A320 Situation
Air New Zealand is currently addressing a situation involving the Airbus A320 aircraft. The airline is collaborating with relevant agencies to ensure all necessary measures are taken. "We're aware of the Airbus A320 situation and are working closely with Air…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 11:30 am on Saturday, November 29, 2025, indicates potential for rain and strong winds across New Zealand. On Monday, December 1, 2025, a trough is expected to move eastwards across the upper…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain for Southern New Zealand
A severe weather warning was issued at 11:04 am on Saturday, November 29, 2025, indicating that a deep low crossing the lower South Island on Sunday will bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of central and southern New…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for Southern New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 10:25 am on Saturday, November 29, 2025, forecasting heavy rain and strong winds for parts of central and southern New Zealand on Sunday. A deep low is expected to cross…
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Wellington Prepares for a Dry Summer with Water Saving Tips
Wellington City Council has issued water conservation tips in anticipation of a dry summer. Wellingtonians are encouraged to take steps to save water while enjoying longer evenings, barbeques, and time in the garden. The capital's event calendar is also heating…
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Creative Sand Recalls Coloured Sand Due to Asbestos Concerns
Creative Sand has initiated a voluntary recall of its coloured sand product after initial testing revealed the presence of mineral fibres consistent with asbestos. While exposure to asbestos does not cause immediate health problems, long-term exposure can lead to health…
HealthBusinessSocial IssuesAustralasiaMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborEducation
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Man Arrested After Aggravated Robbery in Papatoetoe
A 42-year-old man has been arrested following an aggravated robbery in Papatoetoe. The man allegedly forced an elderly man out of his vehicle and stole it. The incident began when the man arrived at a house on Wyllie Road and…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalAustralasia Papatoetoeaggravated robberyManukauManurewaspear gunWyllie RoadNew Zealand Police
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Crash Blocks State Highway 36 Near Tauranga
State Highway 36 (Pyes Pa Road) near Tauranga is currently blocked following a crash this afternoon. At approximately 3.10pm, police responded to a report of a car colliding with a power pole on SH 36, situated between Taumata Road and…
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Auckland Motorway Closures Announced for Overnight Work
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight motorway closures between November 29 and December 5, 2025, as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi undertakes essential improvements. Closures will primarily occur between 9pm and 5am, although traffic management may be in place beforehand.…
TransportationPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaState Governments
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Timaru Crash Victims Named
Police have released the names of the two individuals who died in the State Highway 1 crash in Timaru on November 20. The victims have been identified as Ivar Andrew Crowther, 5, and Steven Bruce Crowther, 40, both from Temuka.…
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Police Seek Information After Shooting in Chartwell, Hamilton
Waikato Police are appealing to the public for information following a firearms incident in Chartwell overnight that left a man seriously injured. Police were called to a property on Sapphire Place at approximately 11.50pm on Thursday, November 27, following reports…
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New Zealand Employment Stagnant in October 2025
New Zealand's employment landscape remained largely unchanged in October 2025, with seasonally adjusted filled jobs across all industries remaining flat, decreasing by only 49 jobs to a total of 2.34 million. According to Stats NZ, primary industries experienced a slight…
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New Zealand Braces for Rain and Gales as Low-Pressure System Approaches
A low-pressure system in the Tasman Sea is expected to move across southern and central New Zealand, bringing rain and potential severe weather from Sunday, November 30, 2025. MetService has issued a severe weather outlook, noting a low confidence of…
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Manurewa Burglary Foiled by Quick Police Response
Two 36-year-old men have been arrested and charged with burglary following a break-in at a Manurewa dental clinic. Counties Manukau Central Police were alerted to the incident just after 3am this morning. Inspector Warrick Adkin said officers arrived quickly at…
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Exhibition Recalls Lost Flora of Te Whanganui-a-Tara
An exhibition by artist Gabby O’Connor and curator Susan Ballard, titled 'Assembly', is now showing in the Courtenay Place Light Boxes. The display addresses the dramatic changes to the coastline of Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) over the past 150 years. Once…
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced Due to Asbestos Risk, Fire Hazard, and Choking Hazards
Several products have been recalled due to safety concerns, including the presence of asbestos, potential fire hazards, and choking risks. Consumers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately and follow the provided safety guidelines. Two sand art sets,…
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaMedical ScienceEnergyLegal Product RecallAsbestosFire HazardChoking HazardSand Art SetAir Purifying RespiratorConsumer ProtectionProduct Safety NZ
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Central New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 8:28pm on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for central New Zealand. A series of fronts, preceded by humid northerlies, are expected to move across the region during Thursday night and Friday…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance to Cause Disruptions
Auckland motorists should prepare for disruptions as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi undertakes maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1). The maintenance will affect the East Tamaki Road overbridge and Tristram Avenue. From November 30 to December 3, between 10pm…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for SH20
Auckland motorists should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 20 (SH20), according to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. The maintenance will occur between Massey Road and Puhinui Road on Sunday, November 30, from 10pm to 5am, involving a…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for Late November/Early December
Auckland motorists should prepare for a series of overnight closures due to essential maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) and surrounding local roads. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that work will take place at the following locations…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for SH2
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 2 (SH2) in Auckland. The work will take place between Avon Road and Pendergrast Road from Sunday, November 30, to Thursday, December 4. Additionally, maintenance is…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments AucklandSH2NZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiMotorway MaintenanceTraffic ManagementRoadworksChipsealNZTA Auckland
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Man Charged with Arson in Waikaia House Fire
A 35-year-old man from Dunedin has been charged with arson in connection to a suspicious house fire that occurred in Waikaia last year. The fire, which took place on Elswick Street, was reported just after midnight on February 21, 2024.…
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesAustralasia ArsonWaikaiaHouse FireElswick StreetGore District CourtDunedinCriminal LawNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for SH16
Auckland motorists should prepare for maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) between McPike Road and Restall Road from Sunday, November 30, to Thursday, December 4, between 9pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that this work is…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments AucklandState Highway 16SH16NZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiTraffic ManagementRoad MaintenanceChipsealNZTA Auckland
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for December 3
Auckland residents should note that NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) between the Silverdale interchange and Oteha Valley Road. The work is scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, between 9pm and 5am. During…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for December
Auckland residents should prepare for overnight maintenance on State Highway 20B (SH20B) at Puhinui Road on December 1 and 2. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that this work is scheduled to take place between 9pm and 5am on…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for Late November and Early December
Auckland motorists should prepare for a series of overnight closures on State Highway 1 (SH1) due to essential maintenance work. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that these works will take place between Sunday, November 30, and Thursday, December…
TransportationPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for Harbour Bridge and Tristram Avenue
Auckland motorists should prepare for maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) at the Auckland Harbour Bridge and Tristram Avenue in early December. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that the work will take place at the Auckland Harbour…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments