Category: disasters
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Fatal Crash on Waitohu Valley Road, Manakau
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Manakau this afternoon. Police were called to the scene on Waitohu Valley Road, between Ringawhati Road and South Manakau Road, at around 4.15pm. Despite the efforts of emergency services, one person…
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Serious Crash Closes Road in Kawerau
Emergency services are responding to a serious single-vehicle crash near the intersection of Onslow and Hall Streets in Kawerau. Police were called to the scene at approximately 3.20pm. Initial reports indicate that one person has sustained serious injuries. The road…
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Embassy Theatre Declared Earthquake-Prone, But Remains Open
Wellington's Embassy Theatre has been confirmed as earthquake-prone following a seismic assessment requested by the Wellington City Council in October 2024. The assessment revealed that parts of the building are below the 34% New Building Standard (NBS) threshold, with an…
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Fatal Crash Closes Neeve Road in Taradale
One person died in Taradale after a car crash on Neeve Road. Police were called to the scene around 1.20pm after a car collided with a fence. Emergency services attended, but one person died at the scene. The Serious Crash…
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Names Released in Waiuku Fatal Crash
Police have formally identified the victims of the fatal crash in Waiuku on July 15 as Francis (Sesi) Mildred Latu, 35, of Waiuku; Marly Tulua, 7, of Pukekohe; and Oneahi Vailea, 5, of Waiuku. The crash occurred on Masters Road…
Social IssuesDisastersLaw EnforcementTransportation Waiukufatal crashFrancis (Sesi) Mildred LatuMarly TuluaOneahi VaileaCounties Manukau SouthAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Neeve Road in Napier
Neeve Road in Napier is closed after a serious single-vehicle crash in Taradale. Police were called to the scene around 1:20 p.m. after a car collided with a fence. Initial reports indicate serious injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has been…
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Media Monitor: New Zealand crash kills two children, one adult
Media Monitor: 1 News is reporting that a fatal accident near Waiuku, New Zealand, claimed the lives of two children and one adult. Inspector Jared Pirret said the crash occurred when a vehicle left a road known as "The Rollercoaster."…
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Fatal Crash Near Te Kuiti: Police Seek Witnesses
Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash on State Highway 3, south of Te Kuiti, that occurred last week. The incident took place around 11:30 a.m. on Friday, July 11, when a vehicle was struck by a boat…
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Three Killed in Waiuku Crash
Three people, including two children, died in a crash in Waiuku yesterday afternoon. The incident occurred on Masters Road. Counties Manukau South Area Commander, Inspector Jared Pirret, acknowledged the ongoing public interest in the tragic event. Inspector Pirret confirmed that…
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Road Closure in Whakatane After Two-Vehicle Crash
Reid Road in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, is closed between Cross Road and Awahou Road following a two-vehicle crash at approximately 8:30 a.m. The road is completely blocked. Emergency services are at the scene, attending to at least two serious…
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Fatal Crash in Waiuku Claims Three Lives
A police investigation is underway following a fatal crash in Waiuku on Tuesday afternoon. The single-vehicle incident occurred on Masters Road at approximately 3:30 p.m., with the vehicle ending up partially submerged in a creek. All three occupants were found…
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Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Hits Kermadec Islands, New Zealand
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the Kermadec Islands, New Zealand, on July 15, 2025, at 09:54:56 UTC, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, which occurred at a depth of 10 km, was centered at 30.218S, 177.962W. Its location…
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Serious Crash Closes Road in Hamilton, New Zealand
A serious crash between a car and a motorbike occurred in Hamilton, New Zealand, at approximately 7:25 PM local time. Emergency services responded to the incident at the intersection of London and Anglesea streets. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries and…
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Fatal Crash in Waiuku Claims Three Lives
Three people have died in a single-vehicle crash on Marsters Road, Waiuku. Emergency services were called at approximately 3:30 p.m. after a vehicle left the road and entered a nearby body of water. All three occupants of the vehicle died…
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Serious Crash Closes Masters Road, Waiuku
Emergency services are attending a serious single-vehicle crash on Masters Road, Waiuku, reported at 3.30pm. The accident has led to the closure of Masters Road between Kidd Road and Waiuku Road. The extent of injuries is still being confirmed. The…
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Serious Crash Closes Lane on Auckland's Upper Harbour Highway
A serious crash on Auckland's Upper Harbour Highway (SH18) has resulted in one person being hospitalised with serious injuries. The incident has led to the closure of the Tauhinu Road on-ramp and one lane of the Upper Harbour Highway heading…
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Fatal Crash on State Highway 1, Hampden
A woman has died following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1, Hampden, near Moeraki Boulders Road. The crash was reported at around 4:20pm on July 13. The woman was taken to Dunedin Hospital with critical injuries and passed away…
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Fatal Crash on State Highway 56, Tiakitahuna
One person died in a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 56 at Tiakitahuna last night. Emergency services responded to the incident around 7:30 pm. One person died at the scene, another sustained serious injuries, and two others suffered moderate injuries.…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Covers Tax Plan, Flood Devastation
Radio New Zealand is reporting on several stories, including a proposed tax plan where income tax goes into savings, put forward by a former finance minister and a university economist. RNZ said Whanganui has the lowest average rates increase in…
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Media Monitor: 1News reports concrete truck incident, church fire, flood damage
1News is reporting that a worker died in Auckland after a concrete truck tipped onto a house in Remuera. WorkSafe confirmed the death. Also, a fire damaged a church at Saint Mary's Catholic School in West Auckland. Fire and Emergency…
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Diesel Spill Causes Delays in Wellington
A large diesel spill is causing traffic delays in Wellington. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the city centre, Miramar, and towards Kaiwharawhara. The spill occurred due to a leak from a truck. Cleanup operations are underway, but significant…
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Fast Weather Fronts to Bring Wet and Blustery Conditions to New Zealand
A rapid succession of weather fronts is set to bring wet and blustery conditions across New Zealand from Monday, July 14th, to Thursday, July 17th. Monday started with warmer, cloudier, and foggier conditions nationwide, with showers easing in the west…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Rain Expected in Northern New Zealand
A strong west to southwest flow is expected to impact northern and central New Zealand on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, according to MetService. While the flow is expected to ease during the day, a low in the north Tasman Sea…
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Traffic Delays in Parnell Due to Building Fire
Auckland motorists should expect delays in Parnell following a building fire on Parnell Road. Emergency services responded to the incident around 6:45 a.m. today. Parnell Road is currently cordoned off between Garfield Street and St. Stephens Avenue in both directions.…
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Great North Road in Avondale, Auckland, Reopens After Fire
Great North Road in Avondale, Auckland City, has reopened after a fire that occurred earlier today. The New Zealand Police have thanked motorists for their cooperation during the road closure, acknowledging their patience and understanding while emergency services responded to…
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Avondale Delays Follow School Fire
A building fire at Saint Mary’s Catholic School in Avondale has caused significant delays for motorists this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene on Great North Road at approximately 4:20 a.m. following reports of the fire. The incident…
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Fatal Crash Closes Telegraph Road in Burnham
One person died in a two-vehicle crash on Telegraph Road, Burnham, reported around 3:30 p.m., according to police. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating. The road is closed, and diversions are in place until the scene examination concludes. Further details…
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SH1 Closed South of Hampden Following Crash
State Highway 1 is closed south of Hampden following a two-vehicle crash near Moeraki Boulders Road, which was reported around 4:20pm. Emergency services are at the scene. Initial reports suggest there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid unnecessary…
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Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands, New Zealand
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck the Kermadec Islands region of New Zealand on July 12, 2025, at 05:16:47 UTC, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake, centered at 30.061S, 178.792W, had a depth of 218 km. Its location was…
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Tree Falls on Vehicle, Blocking Horahora Road in Arapuni
Horahora Road, situated between State Highway 1 and Arapuni Road in Arapuni, Bay of Plenty, is currently closed due to a road incident this morning. Police were alerted to the situation at approximately 5:45 am, after a tree fell onto…