Category: transportation
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Crash Closes Remutaka Hill Road
A single-vehicle crash closed Remutaka Hill Road on SH2 near Wellington at 4:20 p.m. The sole occupant sustained minor to moderate injuries. Motorists should expect delays, according to police.
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Crash Blocks State Highway One Near Greta Valley
A three-vehicle crash has blocked State Highway One near Greta Valley, Canterbury. Emergency services responded to the incident, which occurred between Scargill Valley Road and Motunau Beach Road, around 4:20 p.m. One person has been reported to have critical injuries.…
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Wairarapa Police Crackdown: Operation Kereru Nets Infringements and Vehicle Seizures
Operation Kereru, conducted by Wairarapa Police, successfully disrupted an anti-social road user event, resulting in multiple infringements and vehicle seizures. The operation involved an increased police presence and a zero-tolerance approach to unlawful road user activity. Over 50 infringements were…
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Fatal Crash in Owhata Claims One Life
One person died in a two-vehicle crash in Owhata on the corner of Te Ngae Road and Tennyson Drive. The incident was reported to police at approximately 9:10 p.m. One person died at the scene, and another sustained serious injuries.…
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Fatal Crash on Papakura-Clevedon Road
One person died after a crash on Papakura-Clevedon Road last night. Police were called to the scene about 6.45pm after a vehicle left the road and entered a creek. The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene, and enquiries into…
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Police Investigate Off-Road Motorcycle Crash in Hastings
Police are investigating a crash in Hastings involving an off-road motorcycle that left one juvenile critically injured and another seriously injured. The incident occurred around 2pm on Canning Road, where the motorcycle, carrying a 14-year-old rider and a 17-year-old passenger,…
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Name Released in Culverden Fatal Crash
Linton Charrington Gardiner, 73, from Waiau, Hurunui, died in a Culverden crash on April 15th. Police have released his name and are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash. "Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this…
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SH1 Closure After Crash Near Tokoroa
State Highway 1 north of Tokoroa is expected to remain closed for most of the day following an earlier two-vehicle crash. One person is in critical condition. Motorists are asked to follow diversions at Rollett Road and Wiltsdown Road.
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Name Released in Waihi Fatal Crash
Reihana Claude Albert Ngamotu, 56, of Tauranga, died in a crash on Rosemont Road, Waihi, on April 13, New Zealand Police said. "Our thoughts are with those close to him," police said in a statement. Enquiries are ongoing to determine…
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Rochelle Marie Ealam Named as Victim in Woodville Crash
Police have named 52-year-old Rochelle Marie Ealam, of Southbridge, Selwyn, as the victim of the fatal crash in Woodville on April 4th. "Our thoughts are with her loved ones at this difficult time," police said. Enquiries into the circumstances of…
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Name Released in Horsham Downs Fatal Crash
Police have identified Jesse Selwyn James Carlson, 34, from Silverdale, as the man who died in a Horsham Downs crash on March 28. Authorities released his name following the notification of next of kin. Police extend their sympathies to Carlson's…
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Haast Highway Shut Down After Crash Near Paringa
The Haast Highway/State Highway 6 is closed near Paringa after a two-vehicle crash reported around 4:50 PM. One person sustained serious injuries. Authorities have implemented detours, warning motorists to anticipate considerable delays due to the road closure, which is expected…
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Fatal Crash Closes State Highway 5 in Mamaku
One person died in a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 5, Mamaku, reported at approximately 3:50 p.m., according to police. The vehicle's sole occupant died at the scene. State Highway 5 is currently closed as the Serious Crash Unit investigates.…
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Fatal Crash in Mangakino Claims One Life
One person died in a two-vehicle crash on Waipapa Road, Mangakino, reported just after 4 p.m. today. Two others were seriously injured. The road is closed, and motorists are asked to avoid the area, according to the Police Media Centre.
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Fatal Crash Closes State Highway 3 in Taranaki
One person died, and four others were injured in a two-car crash on State Highway 3 in Taranaki. Police reported the incident occurred at 2:30 p.m. Two individuals sustained serious injuries, while two others suffered moderate injuries. State Highway 3…
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Slip Blocks Southbound Lane on SH1, Brynderwyn
A slip is blocking the southbound lane of State Highway 1 in Brynderwyn, Northland, between State Highway 12 and Artillery Road. Police are attending the scene. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution in the area. For more information and…
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Police Crackdown on Anti-Social Road Users in Hutt Valley and Kapiti-Mana
Hutt Valley and Kapiti-Mana Police have taken action against a large gathering of anti-social road users, issuing 79 infringement notices and ordering 21 vehicles off the road. The operation, dubbed "Operation Kereru", was initiated after approximately 100 vehicles gathered at…
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Fatal Crash Closes Highway 12 in Ruawai
A single-vehicle crash in Ruawai on State Highway 12 has resulted in one fatality. The incident, reported just after 2 p.m., involved only one occupant, who died at the scene. As a result, State Highway 12 is currently closed between…
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NZ Police and Partners Urge Road Safety This Easter
New Zealand Police, Z Energy, NZTA, and ACC are collaborating to promote road safety during the Easter period, anticipating increased traffic due to long weekends and school holidays. Inspector Peter McKennie of the National Road Policing Centre emphasized the importance…
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Witnesses Sought After Fatal Crash in New Plymouth
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal crash in New Plymouth that resulted in the death of a cyclist. The incident occurred around 12.35pm on Saturday, April 12, at the intersection of Powderham Street and Mt…
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Bridge Closed on State Highway 29 Due to Fallen Tree
A bridge on State Highway 29 east of Te Poi is closed after a tree fell on it. The road will be closed for at least four hours for a structural assessment. High winds are affecting the Coromandel, and police…
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Canterbury Police Urge Caution After Fatal Crashes
Canterbury's rural roads have seen 28 deaths in the past 18 months, a figure that has prompted a plea from authorities ahead of the Easter weekend. Two fatal crashes occurred within two hours on Tuesday, one in Culverden and another…
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Tree Blocks State Highway 29 Near Te Poi
State Highway 29 east of Te Poi is currently blocked due to a fallen tree on a bridge. The incident occurred this morning, with the tree striking a car. Fortunately, the driver escaped without injury. Authorities are advising motorists traveling…
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