Category: media
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Firearm and Drugs Found During Traffic Stop in Kawakawa
Police in Kawakawa, Far North, have arrested and charged a 24-year-old man following a traffic stop that uncovered a significant quantity of illegal items. The incident occurred on Tuesday, December 30, around 10:10 PM, when officers observed a vehicle speeding…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing Man in Central Auckland
Police are asking for the public's help in locating Stuart, who has been reported missing from Central Auckland. Stuart has been out of touch with his family for an extended period, which is considered out of character. Stuart typically resides…
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Police Appeal for Information in Teishallia Te Paea Homicide Investigation
Police are continuing their investigation into the death of Teishallia Te Paea and are appealing to the public for assistance. Detectives are seeking to speak with three males who visited Ms Te Paea’s Kotuku Street address during August or September…
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Man Charged After Antisocial Road User Gathering in Gisborne
Police have arrested and charged a 20-year-old man following an antisocial road user gathering in Gisborne. In the early hours of December 30, Police were alerted to a group of around a dozen vehicles participating in antisocial road activity on…
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Stolen Groceries Recovered in Hamilton
Hamilton Police have successfully recovered more than $1700 worth of stolen groceries this morning following a shoplifting incident. Members of the Hamilton Retail Crime Team were on commercial premises when they received a report of a shoplifting incident at another…
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Four Youths Apprehended for Dunedin Burglary
Dunedin Police are thanking the public for their help in apprehending four youths in connection with a burglary in Dunedin Central today. The incident occurred around 12:50 pm when a resident reported hearing a window smash at an unoccupied property…
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State Highway 2 Tangoio Closed After Serious Crash
State Highway 2, Tangoio is closed following a crash. The single-vehicle incident occurred north of Tangoio Settlement Road and was reported just after 11:40 am. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area…
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Police Correct Date of Napier Car Incident
New Zealand Police have issued a correction to a previous media release concerning a man struck by a car in Napier. The incident, which was previously stated to have occurred on December 27th, actually took place on December 26th. Police…
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Man Dies After Being Hit by Car in Napier
A man has died after being struck by a car in Napier on December 27. The incident occurred around 10:10 p.m. on McGrath Street. The man sustained critical injuries and was taken to hospital, where he sadly passed away on…
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Elderly Tramper Rescued After Getting Lost in Coromandel Bush
An 80-year-old man, inadequately dressed and with limited supplies, was rescued last night after becoming lost while tramping in the Kauaeranga Valley near Thames. The man, wearing only shorts and a singlet, had collapsed on the trail after running out…
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Serious Two-Vehicle Crash Blocks SH2 in Kaitoke
Emergency services are responding to a serious two-vehicle crash at the intersection of SH2 and Waterworks Road in Kaitoke, Upper Hutt. Police were alerted to the incident around 6:35 pm. Initial reports indicate that one person has suffered serious injuries.…
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Tairāwhiti Police Urge Drivers to Plan Ahead for Holiday Traffic
Tairāwhiti motorists are being urged by police to plan ahead and anticipate delays as the region expects an influx of traffic over the holiday break. With events like Rhythm and Vines and increased family travel, the roads are anticipated to…
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Auckland Police Investigate Multiple Serious Assaults on Karangahape Road
Auckland Police are investigating three serious assaults that took place on and around Karangahape Road in the early hours of this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene of mass disorder around 3:41 am, with an estimated 50 people…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on charities, sports, and local news
RNZ is reporting that charities are turning away high numbers of volunteer applications, with some businesses receiving thousands of applications for paid roles as people seek experience. The outlet also said Nelson's mayor, Richard Chambers, welcomed a police boost a…
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State Highway 2 near Petone Reopens After Early Morning Crash
State Highway 2 near Petone is now open for traffic in both directions. The road was closed following a single-vehicle crash that occurred around 5:17 AM. Police are continuing their investigation into the incident. Authorities are urging the public to…
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Three Fishermen Rescued After Boat Sinks in Manukau Harbour
Three fishermen have been rescued from Manukau Harbour after their boat sank shortly after midnight. The group had set off from Mangere Bridge Boat ramp and were approximately two kilometres from Puketutu Island when their vessel started taking on water.…
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Body believed to be missing jet skier found at Port Waikato
Police Eagle has located a body at Port Waikato, which is believed to be the man who went missing while jet skiing on Christmas Day. Police will be referring the matter to the Coroner. "Our deepest thoughts and sympathies are…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ reports on product tests, consumer rights
Consumer NZ is reporting on a variety of consumer issues and product tests. The organization has compared New Zealand's top roadside assistance providers and tracked secondhand washing machines on Trade Me. Consumer NZ also highlighted concerns regarding sunscreens, citing failed…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on wildlife center's recovery, Canterbury road closures
RNZ is reporting that the Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre was on the brink of closure six months ago but has since recovered. The outlet also said that several crashes on State Highway 1 in Canterbury led to road closures on…
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Police Commissioner to Join Frontline Duties for New Year's Eve and Rhythm and Vines Festival
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers is set to return to frontline duties, working alongside staff in Nelson on New Year's Eve and policing at the Rhythm and Vines festival in Gisborne in late December. This New Year's Eve marks one year…
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Man in Custody Over Ruatiti Homicide Investigation
A 29-year-old man, sought for questioning in relation to a double homicide in Ruatiti, has surrendered to police. The man presented himself at the Whanganui Police Station today at approximately 1:30 PM. He was arrested on an active warrant and…
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Work-Related Injury Data Tables Delayed
Stats NZ announced a delay in publishing the ‘Work-related injury targets at a glance’ tables, which were expected on January 15, 2026. The delay is attributed to ongoing data quality issues. Stats NZ apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this…
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New Zealand Christmas Weather Forecast: Rain and Wind Expected
A "hairy" few days are expected in New Zealand leading up to Christmas, with a significant shift in weather patterns. According to MetService, a surge of wet and warm air from the Tasman Sea will bring rain to the South…
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New Zealand Police Announce Holiday Media Centre Hours
The New Zealand Police have announced their Media Centre's operating hours for the holiday season, ensuring continuous media support. Normal weekday hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. will be maintained, except on Christmas Day when the team will be…
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TikTok Livestream Leads to Arrest of Youths in Car Theft Spree
A TikTok livestream led to the arrest of six youths in Palmerston North after they allegedly stole multiple cars. At approximately 3:30 p.m. today, police were alerted to a livestream showing a vehicle crashing into a pole. The occupants then…
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Man Jailed for Threatening Mass Stabbing and Sharing Objectionable Material
A 22-year-old man has been sentenced to five years and four months imprisonment for indecent communications, distributing objectionable material, and threatening to commit a mass stabbing attack. The sentencing follows a joint investigation by the Department of Internal Affairs and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalMediaMedia Crisis SentencingIndecent CommunicationObjectionable MaterialMass StabbingNew Zealand PoliceFBIChild Abuse
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Media Advisory: Suppressions in Place for Mt Wellington Homicide Case
NZ Police have issued an advisory to media regarding interim suppression orders related to Operation Hawkin, the Mt Wellington homicide case from December 5, 2025. While a Coroner’s non-publication order is set to expire on December 17, 2025, at 5pm,…
Law EnforcementLegalMediaMedia CrisisSocial IssuesAustralasia
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NZ On Air Music Wraps Up 2025 and Announces 2026 Funding Dates
NZ On Air Music has concluded a busy 2025, marked by significant support for local artists. The year included 15 funding rounds and 12 NewTracks compilations. A total of 1,110 funding applications were received, resulting in 289 NZ On Air…
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Police to Hold Stand-Up on East Auckland Homicide
Police will hold a stand-up briefing this afternoon concerning the homicide investigation in east Auckland. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak to media at Auckland City Police Hub, Hargreaves Street, at 12.15pm. Media representatives are required to RSVP to media@police.govt.nz,…
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Flame of Hope to Light Up Christchurch for Special Olympics
Christchurch will host the Special Olympics NZ National Summer Games 2025, with pre-Games events including the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the Opening Ceremony. The Torch Run will take place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 12:00pm, starting from Victoria…
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