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https://newswire.nz/a/4M97WRIt6QbZ2pIsDPrDVBwJsjY/metservice_warns_of_potential_heavy_rain_in_the_northern_north_island_from_thursday_night_as_a_low_develops_heavy_rain_warning_for_hawke_s_bay_has_been_lifted.html 2026-04-21T21:05:06Z https://newswire.nz/a/a9N4FR99qftt8hVY0WSSmFSkjW/a_24_year_old_man_faces_charges_after_a_stabbing_and_attempted_backpack_theft_at_manurewa_railway_station_the_victim_is_in_serious_condition_and_an_arrest_has_been_made.html 2026-04-21T21:00:27Z https://newswire.nz/a/MnGcbZgW5MPsk9IwoMzAm0lqby7/state_highway_1_in_dacre_is_closed_due_to_a_serious_two_vehicle_crash_police_and_emergency_services_are_at_the_scene_with_reports_of_serious_injuries_the_road_will_remain_closed_while_the_incident_is_managed.html 2026-04-21T20:48:53Z https://newswire.nz/a/NzYeFhMsVixeRTfLEA4R48pnbLa/a_fatal_two_vehicle_collision_occurred_on_state_highway_1_in_kinleith_overnight_one_person_died_another_was_seriously_injured_the_road_is_closed_and_drivers_should_expect_delays.html 2026-04-21T19:31:19Z https://newswire.nz/a/D9jj7qykvQrDj30AOsBzD08R09T/police_will_hold_a_media_stand_up_today_at_11am_to_provide_an_update_on_the_search_for_39_year_old_rowena_walker_media_are_invited_to_attend_for_photo_and_video_opportunities.html 2026-04-21T19:24:58Z https://newswire.nz/a/CfV3INboTmTj4bUEekViQeroaBJ/a_5_7_magnitude_earthquake_was_detected_in_the_remote_balleny_islands_region_on_april_21_2026_the_event_occurred_at_a_depth_of_10_km_and_was_located_over_1700_km_from_new_zealand.html 2026-04-21T10:52:14Z https://newswire.nz/a/9627RaFdC0J2HEsoZ4ro3iQtvID/a_heavy_rain_warning_has_been_issued_for_hawke_s_bay_with_heavy_rain_and_strong_winds_expected_residents_are_advised_to_take_precautions_as_rivers_may_rise_rapidly_and_surface_flooding_is_possible.html 2026-04-21T08:38:03Z https://newswire.nz/a/1sT8Vz3tRctahXHSG5wJTx4yL52/police_are_investigating_a_homicide_after_a_man_died_in_a_suspicious_house_fire_in_rangataua_a_second_man_died_in_a_crash_linked_to_the_same_address.html 2026-04-21T08:36:50Z https://newswire.nz/a/4NYXsYGsIQWeoL3sPa2afenJaVV/state_highway_3_in_manutahi_is_blocked_southbound_after_a_truck_carrying_a_cabin_overturned_delays_are_expected_and_motorists_are_advised_to_seek_alternative_routes.html 2026-04-21T05:43:04Z https://newswire.nz/a/92CxjxSEgkCjo7GPA2mfBRCQphz/a_group_of_four_was_rescued_from_a_cliff_edge_in_the_far_north_after_getting_lost_during_a_fishing_trip_search_and_rescue_volunteers_used_safety_lines_to_bring_them_down_safely.html 2026-04-21T05:13:47Z https://newswire.nz/a/X4hlnb58PgVlFx9EfFQETHzBv8F/a_critical_crash_involving_a_vehicle_and_pedestrian_in_hillsborough_has_led_to_road_closures_and_significant_delays_one_person_is_in_hospital_and_motorists_are_urged_to_find_alternative_routes.html 2026-04-21T05:07:32Z https://newswire.nz/a/77gyPhT2YaaZXkpD5WOHMnR7gwx/search_for_missing_karori_man_philip_sutton_delayed_due_to_hazardous_stream_conditions_police_urge_public_not_to_search_themselves_as_specialists_prepare_to_resume_operations_on_wednesday.html 2026-04-21T04:55:54Z https://newswire.nz/a/OEWcWH0PdSu4UONaeuoiuHgt6DK/generative_ai_educational_values_shift.html 2026-04-21T03:59:15Z https://newswire.nz/a/5azvehdq4LT2XDtkXLii9REoJIs/edtech_spotlight_teachergpt_kiwi_ai_teachers.html 2026-04-21T03:45:28Z https://newswire.nz/a/JqUdvQqJIEk7m1BMV7DQVjg21WQ/police_are_investigating_the_shooting_deaths_of_18_pet_goats_on_a_p_keno_property_and_are_appealing_for_public_assistance_the_incident_occurred_on_april_13_and_authorities_believe_the_perpetrator_may_have_had_a_dog.html 2026-04-21T03:18:55Z 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2026-04-20T23:35:25Z https://newswire.nz/a/4eNItrzhE07cb3rIjrBP3Fcrfci/tasman_police_are_seeking_public_assistance_in_locating_nathan_green_52_missing_from_motueka_since_april_14_he_was_last_seen_heading_into_a_forest_area_police_urge_anyone_with_information_or_cctv_footage_to_come_forward.html 2026-04-20T23:19:20Z https://newswire.nz/a/IPm3BCmaIODDnUhBhWOVaVWo1lV/wellington_city_council_now_offers_recent_resource_consents_issued_and_applied_for_between_april_6_19_2026_on_its_website_past_12_months_of_consents_are_also_available_for_public_review.html 2026-04-20T23:13:25Z https://newswire.nz/a/HjLpfLkj4SXhD1XwS7J1wfsArl2/invercargill_police_have_arrested_a_32_year_old_man_for_stealing_855_litres_of_petrol_over_a_month_the_investigation_is_ongoing_with_police_urging_the_public_to_report_suspicious_activity_and_secure_fuel_supplies.html 2026-04-20T23:12:54Z https://newswire.nz/a/46e7Vsub4Z7iza29vUGZcq3NBE1/metservice_is_watching_a_developing_low_that_may_bring_heavy_rain_to_parts_of_the_northern_north_island_by_friday_other_regions_expected_to_see_high_pressure_and_minimal_severe_weather_over_the_weekend.html 2026-04-20T22:51:29Z https://newswire.nz/a/6s5DE53JR84xNIA5ji9p7p6Uh34/new_zealand_s_annual_inflation_rate_remained_at_3_1_percent_in_the_march_2026_quarter_driven_primarily_by_a_12_5_percent_rise_in_electricity_prices_according_to_stats_nz_data_this_figure_is_above_the_reserve_bank_s_target_band_of_1_3_percent.html 2026-04-20T22:45:46Z https://newswire.nz/a/WtZ8iHKO5vEBvsSWkPe2ucZOyka/a_33_year_old_man_has_been_arrested_and_charged_with_burglary_after_being_caught_on_cctv_rummaging_through_a_whang_rei_construction_yard_he_will_appear_in_court_today.html 2026-04-20T22:42:22Z https://newswire.nz/a/E38VKFVvNhjRqZeGjQAon49qZF3/orange_heavy_rain_warnings_are_in_effect_for_central_new_zealand_with_potential_for_slips_and_flooding_residents_are_urged_to_take_precautions_as_rain_continues_today_and_wednesday.html 2026-04-20T21:57:57Z https://newswire.nz/a/1N4WGoHGAr6Os54Lb2Eydh8QYrK/five_retailers_in_new_zealand_s_central_district_are_facing_prosecution_for_illegally_selling_nitrous_oxide_nangs_for_recreational_use_despite_prior_warnings_and_engagement_from_the_police.html 2026-04-20T21:07:00Z https://newswire.nz/a/TxUrhj6EKMQmusKjhvtGkdFVWbt/two_youths_arrested_in_christchurch_after_an_attempted_aggravated_robbery_the_victim_escaped_unharmed_and_police_used_a_tyre_deflation_device_to_stop_a_vehicle_involved_in_the_incident.html 2026-04-20T20:37:35Z https://newswire.nz/a/Bx1gmv199yeK2BoZe1anelrbfjl/wellington_city_council_issues_weather_warnings_due_to_a_red_rain_alert_the_city_is_also_preparing_for_anzac_day_commemorations_and_engaging_in_the_city_nature_challenge_to_document_local_biodiversity.html 2026-04-20T20:05:26Z https://newswire.nz/a/JKOGjaZvTlvqv8nyjXMsNkl8xeW/two_key_bridges_in_lower_hutt_are_now_closed_due_to_high_river_levels_this_action_comes_as_a_state_of_emergency_has_been_declared_for_wellington_due_to_severe_weather_warnings.html 2026-04-20T08:49:55Z https://newswire.nz/a/ZtJH3zGz6hQb2n2c7Tu59QHdQ5f/red_heavy_rainfall_warnings_issued_for_wellington_and_wairarapa_due_to_significant_rain_and_gales_impacts_include_flooding_slips_and_travel_disruptions_orange_warning_for_tararua_district_warnings_lifted_for_kaikoura_and_north_canterbury.html 2026-04-20T08:42:57Z https://newswire.nz/a/MYm3C0FFVllnVe0Q1Qe8RoruPGL/a_stock_truck_overturned_on_beach_road_elgin_causing_a_lane_blockage_and_injuries_several_cows_are_unaccounted_for_and_motorists_are_advised_to_avoid_the_area.html 2026-04-20T08:01:13Z https://newswire.nz/a/TqpPxrRxU845hoYM7vjjfin1mfr/a_magnitude_5_1_earthquake_was_recorded_south_of_the_kermadec_islands_on_april_20_2026_the_tremor_occurred_at_a_depth_of_10_km_with_its_epicenter_located_hundreds_of_kilometers_northeast_of_new_zealand_cities.html 2026-04-20T07:26:36Z https://newswire.nz/a/3p5K7aZeO9bJyp119EFt9LiUzUN/wellington_emergency_services_responded_to_200_weather_related_calls_including_flooding_and_landslides_specialist_resources_are_on_standby_as_further_heavy_rain_is_forecast_residents_are_urged_to_avoid_travel_and_floodwaters.html 2026-04-20T07:03:25Z 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https://newswire.nz/a/6GHzuQQTuKStrm1NKJioVaE8ERr/metservice_elevates_wellington_and_wairarapa_to_red_heavy_rain_warnings_citing_extreme_rainfall_significant_flooding_and_potential_threats_to_life_other_regions_face_orange_warnings_and_watches.html 2026-04-20T03:18:16Z https://newswire.nz/a/JzOUgTOUHlfGaQ1PS7SSmeRBu1A/a_flaxmere_man_faces_13_new_charges_related_to_alleged_sexual_offenses_in_t_rangi_bringing_the_total_to_21_police_continue_to_appeal_for_information_from_the_public_regarding_any_further_alleged_offending.html 2026-04-20T03:12:13Z https://newswire.nz/a/C1KJrLN4sEjA4wdGzR5Ohi753uC/nz_transport_agency_waka_kotahi_invites_public_to_share_feedback_on_auckland_and_north_waikato_state_highways_via_a_survey_closing_may_3_2026.html 2026-04-20T02:34:56Z https://newswire.nz/a/W4q0wdtMIV5lHcc9WpPackH9Fe7/red_heavy_rainfall_warnings_issued_for_wellington_and_wairarapa_with_significant_flooding_dangerous_river_conditions_and_strong_gales_expected_orange_warnings_also_in_effect_for_tararua_and_parts_of_canterbury.html 2026-04-20T02:12:54Z https://newswire.nz/a/Fd0xF4DrJaADD3TiuwZgrojILNw/two_drivers_arrested_in_counties_manukau_overnight_after_failing_to_stop_for_police_and_other_traffic_violations_including_drug_possession_and_dangerous_driving.html 2026-04-20T02:12:35Z https://newswire.nz/a/XyrYFhjAL3Fjci7Ii8sUbW1XtzN/auckland_backs_itself_and_the_minister_is_listening.html 2026-04-20T01:42:40Z https://newswire.nz/a/PQ3RU3F1hDpOHmF9LVp0oMuivRf/police_are_searching_for_philip_sutton_a_karori_man_in_his_60s_missing_after_severe_weather_his_home_was_affected_by_floodwaters_authorities_urge_anyone_with_information_to_come_forward_immediately.html 2026-04-20T01:54:27Z https://newswire.nz/a/49d89f4cikOxUI5XY4KORtSkVlH/state_highway_1_in_northland_s_mangamuka_gorge_is_closed_due_to_a_truck_rollover_the_driver_was_uninjured_but_the_road_will_remain_shut_for_clearing_causing_significant_delays_for_motorists.html 2026-04-20T01:43:17Z https://newswire.nz/a/Zz9MCChbntckh6lJVw3HmoPNeIb/a_search_and_rescue_operation_is_underway_in_karori_for_a_man_missing_after_severe_weather_his_property_was_affected_by_floodwaters_and_debris_prompting_police_to_investigate_his_whereabouts.html 2026-04-20T01:37:06Z https://newswire.nz/a/FQol2FcBq9P11Cgr2AuYc61arHr/police_are_seeking_the_public_s_help_to_identify_a_young_male_suspect_involved_in_a_glen_innes_burglary_the_individual_described_as_having_a_distinctive_tattoo_and_wearing_only_boxer_shorts_is_believed_to_be_local_to_the_area.html 2026-04-20T01:25:42Z https://newswire.nz/a/aOTKwBiuL6jFhZDnfCys1uY7HiU/christchurch_police_are_expanding_their_search_for_missing_39_year_old_rowena_walker_to_a_red_zone_area_walker_was_last_seen_on_august_14_and_police_are_appealing_for_public_assistance.html 2026-04-20T01:07:35Z https://newswire.nz/a/TVf66Hnu1jDCAnhqtKgyZwdpDAA/a_magnitude_5_2_earthquake_was_detected_south_of_the_kermadec_islands_at_a_depth_of_10_km_the_u_s_geological_survey_confirmed_the_event_which_was_felt_in_nearby_new_zealand_regions.html 2026-04-20T00:32:33Z https://newswire.nz/a/OyD4IL12sm8QUic50wUWe4QGItk/cyber_smart_week_2026_launch.html 2026-04-19T23:33:38Z https://newswire.nz/a/CDLVBl7KgFy6t04YYmPQF2fcVuy/police_have_arrested_two_youths_aged_13_and_16_following_an_aggravated_robbery_in_frankton_hamilton_the_pair_will_appear_in_youth_court_charged_with_the_offence_while_investigations_continue_to_find_others_involved.html 2026-04-19T23:54:48Z https://newswire.nz/a/Huv6Mst23zJZVH1GED1Ys3ezqkx/security_cameras_were_instrumental_in_the_overnight_arrests_of_four_alleged_burglars_in_auckland_incidents_in_greenlane_and_new_lynn_saw_police_track_suspects_using_cctv_footage_leading_to_charges_and_court_appearances.html 2026-04-19T23:31:44Z https://newswire.nz/a/WbUnEfpCZk8TiBmptOPGWa3wZJI/circa_theatre_in_wellington_is_celebrating_its_50th_anniversary_with_a_year_long_series_of_rehearsed_play_readings_featuring_classic_and_new_works_starting_april_25.html 2026-04-19T22:30:01Z https://newswire.nz/a/SLqf5YxwFLlaOdqqdcY2ULluD2T/new_zealand_s_total_exports_climbed_to_7_9_billion_in_march_2026_a_7_3_increase_year_on_year_boosted_by_significant_gains_in_precious_metals_and_fruit_exports_according_to_stats_nz.html 2026-04-19T22:45:29Z https://newswire.nz/a/OMPjK6X5B30qWMf8SPesioYGjA2/metservice_predicts_a_strong_southerly_airflow_impacting_new_zealand_from_wednesday_with_a_low_confidence_of_heavy_rain_and_gales_in_gisborne_and_hawke_s_bay_minimal_severe_weather_risk_expected_thereafter.html 2026-04-19T22:16:29Z https://newswire.nz/a/Y9lpc1ozh2oM0VEvZIhcDJXBLz5/aaron_toatelegese_joins_caa_as_chief_digital_officer_bringing_extensive_experience_in_digital_and_business_transformation_from_financial_services_and_government_sectors_he_will_lead_the_digital_transformation_technology_group.html 2026-04-19T22:01:17Z https://newswire.nz/a/Ori55x3WmtG3Xluq3IRgwNrKxo3/central_new_zealand_braces_for_heavy_rain_and_strong_gales_as_metservice_issues_severe_weather_warnings_residents_advised_to_prepare_for_potential_flooding_slips_and_hazardous_driving_conditions.html 2026-04-19T21:42:52Z https://newswire.nz/a/5DkImomXw9EFSf26Zpxdb2MuZiS/hastings_police_are_investigating_a_homicide_after_three_people_including_two_young_children_died_at_a_residential_property_a_man_from_the_address_is_in_hospital.html 2026-04-19T21:38:28Z https://newswire.nz/a/AJ4CWnDorVWHBtiBScZL0sRXoXi/a_38_year_old_woman_reported_missing_from_ruak_k_has_been_found_safe_police_thank_the_public_for_their_assistance_in_locating_her.html 2026-04-19T21:02:35Z https://newswire.nz/a/GEde8XWUP5uYxPbU2a7WucsfNxQ/police_have_named_keelan_breeze_mccann_30_as_the_man_who_died_in_a_fatal_crash_on_main_south_road_selwyn_another_person_remains_in_hospital_enquiries_are_ongoing.html 2026-04-19T20:13:09Z https://newswire.nz/a/4EoFFtGKMjO87cDUaib2ZjpOwVU/police_are_seeking_urgent_public_assistance_to_find_katrina_38_missing_from_ruak_k_last_seen_early_this_morning_she_has_black_hair_and_was_likely_wearing_black_pyjamas_concerns_for_her_welfare_are_high.html 2026-04-19T19:14:49Z 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https://newswire.nz/a/QtVGAr09JVbTIPFm1tatbYqrtj5/state_highway_35_in_whangara_is_closed_due_to_a_serious_two_vehicle_crash_emergency_services_are_on_scene_and_initial_reports_suggest_serious_injuries_the_serious_crash_unit_has_been_notified.html 2026-04-19T07:08:43Z https://newswire.nz/a/4hF1DKeRSOD5JfPRwrKbX00zdK9/a_magnitude_5_2_earthquake_struck_south_of_the_kermadec_islands_on_april_19_2026_the_tremor_was_recorded_at_a_shallow_depth_and_reviewed_by_a_seismologist_further_details_are_available_on_the_usgs_website.html 2026-04-19T05:55:09Z https://newswire.nz/a/GN55chws4guWuNbkLVmBmQyAsvb/waikato_police_advise_drivers_to_be_cautious_due_to_heavy_rain_and_road_closures_delay_travel_if_possible_or_drive_to_conditions_and_avoid_floodwaters.html 2026-04-19T05:24:43Z https://newswire.nz/a/RKsB3HBvTPitgMSqlTslccp24HF/act_is_campaigning_to_restore_democratic_integrity_in_local_government_expand_pharmacist_led_healthcare_services_and_reform_vehicle_wof_requirements_aiming_to_save_new_zealanders_time_and_money.html 2026-04-19T05:20:24Z https://newswire.nz/a/HnHB0fzcLf5uF953rGIqxCEfJvs/police_have_launched_a_homicide_investigation_after_three_people_died_following_an_incident_in_hastings_the_incident_is_believed_to_be_isolated_with_no_risk_to_the_public.html 2026-04-19T00:02:31Z https://newswire.nz/a/W1ly5npIt69KPOKaSWyeHc97sav/central_new_zealand_faces_potential_heavy_rain_and_strong_winds_from_tuesday_april_21_with_specific_warnings_for_tararua_district_wairarapa_and_wellington_other_regions_may_also_experience_severe_weather_conditions_throughout_the_week.html 2026-04-18T23:21:32Z https://newswire.nz/a/V1L2kbI8HLnjfXZv3A64AFj3cBY/new_zealand_faces_heavy_rain_and_strong_winds_as_metservice_issues_severe_weather_warnings_for_multiple_regions_from_sunday_to_tuesday_with_potential_for_flooding_and_slips.html 2026-04-18T22:27:39Z https://newswire.nz/a/PNtGNmLl31vRy4MOnr6SQ9qlihz/a_fatal_house_fire_occurred_in_napier_s_bay_view_area_early_this_morning_emergency_services_attended_the_scene_and_an_investigation_into_the_cause_is_ongoing_the_identity_of_the_deceased_is_being_confirmed.html 2026-04-18T22:08:41Z https://newswire.nz/a/Vs9YCBl48x4b2sFZw9vnaOXgZA9/new_zealand_faces_severe_weather_with_heavy_rain_and_strong_winds_expected_across_multiple_regions_warnings_are_in_place_for_tararua_wairarapa_wellington_kaikoura_and_north_canterbury_with_potential_for_rapid_river_rises_and_difficult_driving_conditions.html 2026-04-18T22:04:00Z 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https://newswire.nz/a/1lOEsh9ujp0tb8X6kMz45n0lTf5/new_zealand_s_total_greenhouse_gas_emissions_saw_a_slight_increase_of_0_05_in_the_december_2025_quarter_compared_to_the_previous_quarter_driven_by_rises_in_transport_and_services_while_mining_and_manufacturing_saw_decreases.html 2026-04-08T22:45:24Z https://newswire.nz/a/RcklA1Fn8PzJZR1zoyF7305J6ND/police_are_investigating_an_unexplained_death_in_papanui_christchurch_after_a_person_was_found_critically_injured_and_later_died_at_the_scene_enquiries_are_ongoing.html 2026-04-08T22:14:08Z https://newswire.nz/a/CVkWfWCvsd3fiBmElWH85utDgkb/the_financial_markets_authority_fma_is_emphasizing_the_need_for_high_quality_accurate_and_timely_financial_reporting_due_to_global_volatility_releasing_insights_from_a_three_year_review.html 2026-04-08T22:02:09Z https://newswire.nz/a/1eCFmDSLrRSsSqmdeB15IIUEpfi/police_are_appealing_for_information_to_identify_a_man_and_a_vehicle_following_an_assault_on_clyde_street_hamilton_east_on_tuesday_17_february.html 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https://newswire.nz/a/UYnuVipNObp3bbYVoy5ym8cSlTR/police_are_responding_to_a_single_vehicle_crash_on_makara_road_in_wellington_where_a_vehicle_was_found_upside_down_in_water_the_road_is_currently_closed.html 2026-03-24T21:07:27Z https://newswire.nz/a/Ox3fkz4iX01n9N7c4xTVP42tVre/new_zealand_police_are_appealing_for_information_and_asking_the_public_to_identify_two_men_in_connection_with_a_disorder_incident_at_a_queenstown_store_on_january_24_2026_no_one_was_physically_injured.html 2026-03-24T20:42:28Z https://newswire.nz/a/a5tAA06r5VF8EwqEK9yJIkl2yNa/a_30_year_old_man_is_facing_charges_including_failing_to_stop_reckless_driving_and_firearm_offenses_after_a_pursuit_involving_a_stolen_vehicle_in_auckland_and_waikato.html 2026-03-24T19:37:43Z https://newswire.nz/a/1NxvmQOrRVBfwYgMGbH28xGGAlu/police_are_seeking_information_regarding_alleged_sexual_offending_by_a_flaxmere_man_who_has_been_arrested_and_charged_with_multiple_serious_offences_the_man_has_been_remanded_in_custody.html 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https://newswire.nz/a/NzvoFBXCZ2IPFQQ3T0ZR7TtQHCj/police_are_appealing_for_public_assistance_following_an_early_morning_burglary_at_a_supermarket_on_north_road_in_waikiwi_invercargill_offenders_used_a_vehicle_to_gain_entry_and_stole_a_large_quantity_of_tobacco_and_cigarettes.html 2026-03-13T06:42:29Z https://newswire.nz/a/EijFEuEov73sTVo6jkKBgJFnOSc/whanganui_police_have_identified_individuals_sought_in_connection_with_an_aggravated_robbery_in_castlecliff_media_are_asked_to_remove_images_from_reporting_as_inquiries_continue.html 2026-03-13T04:42:45Z https://newswire.nz/a/2rhynwFleB1o8BX6lWQNBym5Imo/coordinated_raids_across_australia_and_new_zealand_lead_to_arrests_firearms_and_drug_seizures_targeting_the_comanchero_motorcycle_club_s_criminal_activities.html 2026-03-13T04:18:56Z https://newswire.nz/a/Ey1gDdf1QqU8mMdHl2InOW4k9H2/a_pedestrian_has_sustained_critical_injuries_following_a_collision_with_a_truck_on_titi_road_in_mauku_emergency_services_are_on_scene_and_the_road_is_closed.html 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https://newswire.nz/a/Rw1v9UrC5hJ4PmUw2PZZFXfgCLj/motorists_in_hawke_s_bay_should_prepare_for_significant_disruptions_on_state_highways_next_week_with_overnight_closures_bridge_inspections_and_ongoing_construction_projects_causing_potential_delays.html 2026-03-13T02:30:11Z https://newswire.nz/a/5wMvPZCIRYH12I0B5WWzSCtJgic/police_in_rotorua_successfully_mitigated_a_gang_gathering_and_made_several_arrests_for_unrelated_offenses_including_drug_and_weapon_charges_and_a_stolen_vehicle_incident.html 2026-03-13T02:06:53Z https://newswire.nz/a/KAzA7EPalXxJ0itSnl2vwBBE45s/hawke_s_bay_police_are_investigating_multiple_incidents_of_damage_to_parked_vehicles_in_clive_occurring_overnight_between_march_6_12_authorities_are_appealing_for_public_assistance.html 2026-03-13T01:12:07Z https://newswire.nz/a/1eDXJa7AG7n6Qq1AJWiQ9Nn4olo/police_on_patrol_for_one_stolen_vehicle_in_flat_bush_discovered_two_luxury_mercedes_benz_cars_leading_to_two_arrests_and_charges_of_aggravated_robbery.html 2026-03-13T00:30:36Z https://newswire.nz/a/XTnA3feAKpagEEwuzrk2nA6PQOz/human_remains_discovered_on_coppermine_island_have_been_identified_as_ferzil_babu_who_went_missing_in_may_2024_while_on_a_fishing_trip_police_have_informed_his_family.html 2026-03-12T23:06:36Z https://newswire.nz/a/FOpT1Emw0FC8gkTF649LqMdioSR/a_33_year_old_man_has_been_sentenced_to_five_years_and_five_months_in_prison_after_being_convicted_of_12_charges_including_sexual_offending_and_indecent_assault_against_multiple_young_girls.html 2026-03-12T23:00:17Z https://newswire.nz/a/DdI5Chb6JaWNXw1EEs6ArXEcdmL/a_fourth_person_has_died_following_a_two_vehicle_crash_on_state_highway_1_near_redwood_pass_in_marlborough_one_person_remains_in_hospital.html 2026-03-12T22:54:12Z https://newswire.nz/a/2Q7Hdk00ItBhTeEgSeKejTVHYPO/motorway_users_in_auckland_should_plan_for_overnight_closures_on_sh1_sh16_sh18_sh20_and_sh20a_between_march_15_20_for_crucial_maintenance_and_upgrades.html 2026-03-12T22:52:59Z 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https://newswire.nz/a/1Ldv2VHUGptmlfdusSp3u4RQA2W/eastern_southland_police_targeted_drug_suppliers_in_gore_and_riversdale_leading_to_two_arrests_the_discovery_of_cannabis_firearms_and_class_a_and_b_drugs.html 2026-03-12T20:42:30Z https://newswire.nz/a/KL69RLJtHH68M7tODHjjjcHNqrZ/a_49_year_old_man_has_been_remanded_in_custody_on_serious_charges_including_abduction_for_sex_impeding_breathing_and_injuring_with_intent_to_injure_following_an_alleged_attack_on_a_woman_in_auckland.html 2026-03-12T20:00:20Z https://newswire.nz/a/R1iwRTLtzFunm9J13bh2gxTabkJ/police_in_the_coromandel_peninsula_have_arrested_four_individuals_who_failed_to_appear_in_court_for_charges_including_assault_burglary_and_theft_the_operation_targeted_offenders_attempting_to_evade_justice.html 2026-03-12T06:54:48Z 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https://newswire.nz/a/X1Yv5MUw7wwCikMiIkDgqoIxC36/police_apprehended_four_youths_aged_between_12_and_17_following_an_attempted_robbery_at_an_auckland_superette_and_a_subsequent_police_pursuit.html 2026-03-11T21:01:33Z https://newswire.nz/a/WpmjlI4GfUgw4pAV928IVJHaJsd/metservice_predicts_a_low_chance_of_severe_westerly_gales_impacting_coastal_southland_and_clutha_on_saturday_with_minimal_severe_weather_risk_for_the_rest_of_the_week.html 2026-03-11T20:46:32Z https://newswire.nz/a/5IllMo7hKU052CfD89oXykVynfs/the_financial_markets_authority_is_exploring_an_expanded_sandbox_pilot_including_a_restricted_license_to_support_innovative_fintech_firms_and_foster_market_competition_while_managing_consumer_risks.html 2026-03-11T20:00:55Z https://newswire.nz/a/58pPA8SMigEJ4QLCpkb6kVw30Tt/police_have_recovered_a_man_s_body_from_the_t_maki_river_in_east_auckland_following_a_week_long_search_the_man_was_reported_missing_on_march_6.html 2026-03-11T18:49:28Z https://newswire.nz/a/9D9D7zxxE5e6kBtYOBStZybqdvT/a_magnitude_5_2_earthquake_was_detected_south_of_the_kermadec_islands_the_tremor_occurred_at_a_depth_of_31_km_and_was_felt_at_06_26_42_utc_on_march_11_2026.html 2026-03-11T06:45:55Z https://newswire.nz/a/9D2SC9bmqPSMekIFwhqWCGVG1aU/police_are_appealing_for_information_and_witnesses_following_a_fatal_single_vehicle_crash_on_state_highway_5_in_taup_early_monday_morning_a_deceased_person_was_found_at_the_scene.html 2026-03-11T03:43:50Z https://newswire.nz/a/HXTl29fCy6XX3a5QP6AGzortHiL/a_fatal_crash_involving_an_e_scooter_in_twizel_on_february_28_has_resulted_in_one_fatality_the_victim_died_from_their_injuries_on_march_10_the_coroner_has_been_notified.html 2026-03-11T03:37:27Z https://newswire.nz/a/UVuI2FbQfesP6v0MElpDiyAxjLI/police_are_actively_investigating_a_threat_made_towards_a_timaru_school_though_initial_assessments_indicate_no_credible_information_reassurance_patrols_are_underway_and_the_school_is_being_closely_supported.html 2026-03-11T03:25:26Z https://newswire.nz/a/KwB8hxBH0XdNpBerWSuMBUtF0lS/a_64_year_old_man_who_went_missing_during_a_walk_near_horeke_in_the_far_north_has_been_located_safe_and_well_after_spending_a_night_in_the_bush.html 2026-03-11T01:08:33Z https://newswire.nz/a/UX4drZUIme7O2chw4lG5w5lwmu4/police_seized_a_vehicle_after_reports_of_a_blue_ford_falcon_driving_recklessly_and_disrespectfully_within_the_whenua_tapu_cemetery_in_porirua_with_investigations_ongoing_for_other_vehicles_involved.html 2026-03-11T01:01:39Z https://newswire.nz/a/WyXRA2pDn6F4TID9MhWTwLezvb3/police_are_appealing_for_information_following_a_serious_assault_in_mahia_on_february_28th_a_man_entered_an_address_uninvited_and_assaulted_an_occupant_before_fleeing_on_a_quad_bike.html 2026-03-11T00:30:20Z https://newswire.nz/a/1VmuvRTpwjAyaX2eGF2QBAlnARw/a_single_vehicle_crash_on_william_souter_street_forrest_hill_has_resulted_in_one_fatality_the_car_mounted_the_curb_hitting_two_pedestrians_before_impacting_a_building_enquiries_are_ongoing.html 2026-03-11T00:20:43Z https://newswire.nz/a/SguqDN2gCHPA2atRXKNFvfntBz2/hawke_s_bay_police_are_inviting_the_public_to_an_open_day_at_hastings_police_station_on_sunday_march_15_featuring_displays_from_various_police_units_and_recruitment_information.html 2026-03-11T00:14:18Z https://newswire.nz/a/3G6QTwoV1CXoW6F6UMwkXnLBS7l/a_magnitude_5_5_earthquake_was_detected_south_of_the_kermadec_islands_at_a_depth_of_10_km_the_event_occurred_on_march_10_2026_at_23_51_18_utc.html 2026-03-11T00:08:52Z https://newswire.nz/a/aVUcgXvHVTwdF7id548PxNreBpn/a_recidivist_burglar_was_arrested_in_matamata_after_a_stolen_lawnmower_s_electronic_tracking_tag_led_police_directly_to_the_item_and_the_suspect.html 2026-03-11T00:08:12Z https://newswire.nz/a/SUZttF3L9xsDfWE56kEG2ibBzxt/police_in_canterbury_have_arrested_two_mongrel_mob_members_seizing_drugs_firearms_cash_and_recovering_stolen_vehicles_from_a_chop_shop.html 2026-03-11T00:01:50Z https://newswire.nz/a/X2FZLe8lS1vN98KDvA44J32Hx1s/police_apprehended_two_men_following_a_late_night_burglary_attempt_in_henderson_recovering_stolen_metal_items_and_charging_them_with_multiple_offenses.html 2026-03-10T22:06:30Z https://newswire.nz/a/F8jjumIKYdlrz5D35HfEeHbOwn/a_serious_crash_involving_a_single_vehicle_impacting_a_building_has_occurred_in_forrest_hill_auckland_one_person_is_in_critical_condition_and_two_others_have_moderate_injuries.html 2026-03-10T21:18:19Z https://newswire.nz/a/SWPiMlpAVEg8h5ogZKoJ69tXI8i/over_600_reuse_repair_and_share_initiatives_identified_across_the_region_with_a_significant_portion_serving_wellington_city_residents_and_businesses.html 2026-03-10T18:54:04Z 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https://newswire.nz/a/T3lCh31CXpl4fj7lEKMoYGMVpIN/police_are_appealing_for_help_locating_10_year_old_neriah_last_seen_in_t_huhu_concerns_are_growing_for_his_welfare_and_authorities_urge_anyone_with_information_to_come_forward.html 2026-03-10T04:06:41Z https://newswire.nz/a/8cUVNYAkbCR1Tdvkd3aPZPbBTCX/keith_wicks_cairns_has_been_sentenced_to_11_years_imprisonment_with_a_non_parole_period_of_seven_years_and_three_months_in_the_high_court_at_dunedin_police_acknowledge_the_outcome_as_positive_for_victims_and_the_community.html 2026-03-10T03:36:53Z https://newswire.nz/a/a6DxeTWobqKXysw7ZkIcYqj1HQD/police_are_appealing_for_sightings_of_rhonda_hurley_75_who_has_been_reported_missing_in_torohanga_she_has_health_conditions_and_concerns_are_held_for_her_welfare.html 2026-03-10T02:48:57Z 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2026-03-09T23:00:50Z https://newswire.nz/a/ZRNjU8uV4LMsaHsKzjc0XWsbx9j/wellington_city_council_has_published_its_latest_resource_consents_issued_and_applied_for_between_february_23_and_march_8_2026_the_information_is_available_on_the_council_s_website.html 2026-03-09T21:14:44Z https://newswire.nz/a/A49UFOMYaGB9YmncdvZ6QdeVwMZ/fairfax_isla_bank_road_in_isla_bank_southland_is_closed_following_a_serious_two_vehicle_crash_this_morning_motorists_are_advised_to_avoid_the_area.html 2026-03-09T20:48:48Z https://newswire.nz/a/4u9gYAUnDJg1yIafRdhnzLDwW48/police_have_concluded_their_investigation_into_a_fatal_fire_on_tamaki_ave_t_huhu_determining_there_are_no_suspicious_circumstances_surrounding_the_incident.html 2026-03-09T19:42:21Z https://newswire.nz/a/7GSknj32iNllq040Q3oecPUN0LM/state_highway_29a_in_tauranga_is_closed_in_both_directions_due_to_a_diesel_spill_near_oropi_road_motorists_are_advised_to_seek_alternative_routes_and_expect_delays.html 2026-03-09T18:19:09Z https://newswire.nz/a/2VlPkW2XB0jGQlXitiMB69L6GEX/search_efforts_are_ongoing_for_an_individual_swept_out_to_sea_near_greymouth_a_r_hui_has_been_placed_on_the_coastline_between_charleston_and_ross.html 2026-03-09T17:26:32Z https://newswire.nz/a/FYL2jweiY1ucw6SodJY5C9f33GS/urgent_barrier_maintenance_on_auckland_s_sh1_northbound_to_sh16_westbound_link_will_cause_a_closure_tonight_from_10_pm_to_5_am_due_to_a_serious_incident.html 2026-03-09T03:25:30Z https://newswire.nz/a/XF7X7X3zl0NR1NeNsMgzgRby28o/a_35_year_old_woman_has_been_summonsed_in_relation_to_the_death_of_four_year_old_timothy_rolleston_following_a_dog_attack_in_katikati_in_march_2025_she_faces_a_charge_of_owning_a_dog_that_causes_death.html 2026-03-09T03:19:59Z https://newswire.nz/a/GoOgoWDe4ASNjU7oFRp17rT9FIA/canterbury_police_are_reminding_motorists_that_drink_driving_is_never_worth_the_risk_especially_with_several_major_events_and_long_weekends_approaching.html 2026-03-09T03:13:24Z https://newswire.nz/a/GpetLPC1HxhZ031Zt9GjAIvEuxd/all_lanes_on_the_waikato_expressway_near_mercer_have_reopened_after_a_single_vehicle_crash_sent_one_person_to_hospital_in_a_serious_condition_and_injured_three_others.html 2026-03-09T02:42:37Z https://newswire.nz/a/S5esrUKO28aHpHfSZ2nqt3wsqU8/manawat_police_are_appealing_for_witnesses_and_dashcam_footage_following_a_significant_burglary_at_a_high_street_store_in_dannevirke_last_friday_night.html 2026-03-09T02:12:33Z https://newswire.nz/a/H9RK0TucjO5E2I8phlDGH4vnysc/a_serious_single_vehicle_crash_on_state_highway_1_mercer_has_blocked_two_northbound_lanes_of_the_waikato_expressway_causing_significant_delays_for_motorists.html 2026-03-09T01:24:28Z https://newswire.nz/a/HgXm08olxF02w4eWapeGrsGYFea/easter_sunday_night_maintenance_on_auckland_s_harbour_bridge_will_see_northbound_lanes_fully_closed_from_midnight_to_5am_impacting_heavy_vehicle_travel_and_requiring_detours.html 2026-03-09T01:11:58Z 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2026-02-27T02:38:20Z https://newswire.nz/a/G6GaoY54nXDXvh5Z4KjjnXxOf2g/police_have_arrested_two_napier_men_one_charged_with_murder_in_connection_with_the_homicide_of_sharlene_smith_whose_body_was_found_in_omahu_on_february_3.html 2026-02-27T01:54:15Z https://newswire.nz/a/6JAupJO1FgFBPYIzJU7eiuimBLG/police_have_arrested_a_34_year_old_man_in_connection_with_an_assault_on_a_woman_in_p_tiki_the_victim_sustained_moderate_injuries_and_the_accused_faces_multiple_serious_charges.html 2026-02-27T01:38:00Z https://newswire.nz/a/N46D11mO1jZ7FWq4JjPvaUI6oZ1/manawat_police_have_laid_14_new_charges_following_operation_maxim_targeting_individuals_wanted_for_retail_crime_and_bail_breaches_across_the_central_district.html 2026-02-27T01:30:58Z https://newswire.nz/a/Rqr5QIVcjebuJUgXw1VyNvtdzSa/pams_brand_beef_lasagne_is_being_recalled_in_new_zealand_due_to_an_incorrect_use_by_date_on_its_label_the_product_should_not_be_consumed_after_march_1_2026.html 2026-02-27T01:18:58Z 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