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Magnitude 5.2 Earthquake Strikes South of Kermadec Islands
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred south of the Kermadec Islands on April 5, 2026, at 17:19:52 UTC. The seismic event had a shallow depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located at geographic coordinates 32.092S and 178.087W. This earthquake was…
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Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes South of Kermadec Islands
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred south of the Kermadec Islands on April 5, 2026, at 17:20:47 UTC. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the earthquake originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located approximately 695.5 km northeast of…
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake has been recorded in the Kermadec Islands region, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The event occurred on April 5, 2026, at 17:10:42 UTC, with its epicenter located at 31.941S, 178.593W. The earthquake's depth was measured…
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Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes South of Kermadec Islands
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred south of the Kermadec Islands on April 5, 2026, at 13:22:16 UTC. The seismic event originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located 709.3 km northeast of Hicks Bay, New Zealand. Other…
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Man Arrested After Firearms Incident in Huntly
A 54-year-old patched gang member has been arrested following a firearms incident in West Huntly on Thursday, April 2. The arrest was made this morning after police executed a search warrant at a Huntly address. The incident occurred around 7pm…
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Man Arrested After Firearms Incident in Huntly
A 54-year-old patched gang member has been arrested following a firearms incident in West Huntly on Thursday, April 2. The arrest was made this morning after Police executed a search warrant at a Huntly address. At approximately 7pm on April…
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Road Blocked in Manawatū Due to Anti-Social Road Users
The intersection of State Highway 1 and Rongotea Road in Manawatū is currently blocked as police respond to a gathering of anti-social road users. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and take alternative routes where possible.
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Off New Zealand Coast
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.0 occurred off the east coast of New Zealand's North Island on April 4, 2026, at 08:12:51 UTC. The seismic event, identified by the U.S. Geological Survey with event ID us6000smic, took place at…
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Media Monitor: Iran searches for downed US jet crew, US media reports one rescued
RNZ is reporting that Iran has launched a search for a U.S. pilot whose jet was reportedly downed by Iranian air defense systems. This is the first such report amid the ongoing regional conflict. US media outlets are reporting that…
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred in the Kermadec Islands region on April 3, 2026, at 02:33:50 UTC. The seismic event originated at a depth of 217 kilometers. The epicenter was located 850.5 km northeast of Ngunguru, New Zealand, and 870.9…
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Police Respond to Incident in Petone, Urge Public to Avoid Area
Police are responding to an incident in the East Street area of Petone and are urging the public to avoid the vicinity. Armed police are in attendance as a precautionary measure. The area has been cordoned off, with road closures…
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One Arrested in Hamilton East Unexplained Deaths Investigation
Police investigating two unexplained deaths in Hamilton East have arrested one person. A 34-year-old man is set to appear in the Hamilton District Court tomorrow on two charges of murder. Authorities were alerted around 4pm yesterday when two individuals were…
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Police Investigate Unexplained Deaths in Hamilton East
Police are investigating the deaths of two people in Hamilton East, following a report received around 4pm this evening. Officers discovered two deceased individuals at an address on York Street. The circumstances surrounding the deaths are currently being treated as…
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Serious Crash Blocks Whitford Road Eastbound Lane
The eastbound lane of Whitford Road in Whitford is currently blocked due to a single vehicle crash that occurred this morning. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene at 7:20 am. One individual has been transported to the hospital with…
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State Highway 5 Closed After Serious Two-Vehicle Crash
State Highway 5 in Tahorakuri Forest is closed after a serious two-vehicle crash. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 7:07 am. Injuries have been reported, and the Serious Crash Unit has been advised. Road closures are in…
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Body Found in Lake Dunstan Believed to be Missing Man
A body has been located in Lake Dunstan, near Cromwell, this afternoon. Police were notified by a member of the public who was near Cornish Point about 2:35pm. While formal identification is pending, it is believed to be the 21-year-old…
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New Zealand Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing Teenager
New Zealand Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating 15-year-old James, who has been reported missing from the Alfriston area. James was last seen on Everlea Place at 10:00 PM on March 22. He is described as approximately 170…
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One Dead in Stanmore Bay Car Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Stanmore Bay this morning. Emergency services were called to Vipond Road at approximately 10:25 am. Sadly, one person was pronounced deceased at the scene. Vipond Road is currently closed between Doyly…
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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Stolen Boat
Police are seeking the public’s assistance to locate a boat that was stolen from Te Kamo overnight. The 7M Voyager vessel named 'Rock Solid' has a hard top with a black 250hp Mercury outboard motor. If anyone has any information…
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Crash Blocks Eastbound Lane on Upper Harbour Highway
An eastbound lane on the Upper Harbour Highway near Greenhithe is blocked following a two-vehicle crash reported around 6:10 am this morning. The incident occurred near the Tauhinu Road off-ramp. Police confirmed there are no reports of injuries resulting from…
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Search Intensifies for Missing French National Antoine Richard in Cromwell
The search for 21-year-old French national Antoine Richard, reported missing in Cromwell last weekend, is ongoing. Richard was last seen around 11:45 PM on Saturday, March 21, at the Victoria Arms Hotel. Police are urging residents to check their properties…
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Two Males Located After Puppies Drown in Whakatane River
Police have apprehended two males following an incident where puppies were allegedly thrown into the Whakatane River, resulting in their deaths. The event, which occurred on Monday, March 30, was captured on video by the perpetrators and shared on social…
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State Highway 58 Closed After Two-Vehicle Crash
State Highway 58, Judgeford is currently closed following a crash involving two vehicles. The incident, reported to Police at 4:20pm near Bradey Road, has resulted in one person sustaining serious injuries. Authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area and…
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Six Charged After Cannabis Operation Busted in Karaka
Six people have been arrested and charged after police discovered a cannabis growing operation in Karaka yesterday. At approximately 7pm, police executed a search warrant at a Manuwai Lane property, which had previously been used for cannabis cultivation. During the…
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Wanted Man Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Incident in Christchurch
Christchurch Police have arrested a wanted man following a series of events involving a stolen vehicle across the Kaiapoi and Belfast areas. The vehicle was first identified in Kaiapoi this morning before being sighted in Belfast. Upon police arrival, the…
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Police Seek Missing Shotgun in Ruatiti Double Homicide Investigation
Police are continuing their investigation into the deaths of Brendon and Trina Cole, who were discovered deceased at a rural property on Murumuru Road on Sunday, December 13, 2025. Detective Inspector Gerard Bouterey stated that while certain aspects of the…
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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Missing Man
Police are seeking the public’s assistance to locate Jeremy Moore, 61, who was reported missing in Oneroa, Waiheke Island on Saturday, March 28. He is described as about 180cms tall with grey hair and blue eyes. Jeremy’s family and Police…
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New Custody Training Facility Opens at Royal New Zealand Police College
A new custody training facility, designed to replicate real-world policing environments, has officially opened at the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC). The facility includes cells, CCTV systems, monitoring equipment, and a custody van, enabling staff to train through realistic,…
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State Highway 3 Reopens in Kihikihi After Fatal Crash
State Highway 3 in Kihikihi has been reopened following an earlier fatal crash. Police Media Centre issued a statement thanking motorists for their patience and understanding while diversions were in place.
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One Dead in Fatal Kihikihi Crash
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Kihikihi this afternoon. The collision, involving a truck and a car, occurred on State Highway 3 and was reported just after 2:30pm. No further injuries have been reported. The road remains…