Tag: auckland
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Auckland Retail Crime Unit Makes Swift Arrests
Auckland's new Tactical Retail Crime Unit made arrests within hours of starting, apprehending two shoplifters who allegedly stole over $250,000 worth of goods. The man and woman are now facing court. The unit was created in response to concerns about…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AucklandRetail CrimeShopliftingArrestWayne KitcherTheftNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Central Police Base Opens on Federal Street
The Auckland Central Police Base has officially opened its public counter on Federal Street, marking the first stage of an expanded police presence in the heart of central Auckland. Acting Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers and Minister of Police Mark Mitchell…
Politics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement AucklandJill RogersMark MitchellFederal StreetAuckland Central Police BaseBeat TeamNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Backs Science Sector with New Institute
Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has announced the establishment of the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT) to grow the country’s advanced technology sector and boost high-value exports. The government has committed an initial $231 million…
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaEconomy Dr Shane RetiNZIATAucklandWellingtonScienceInnovation
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Auckland Central Police Base Public Counter to Open
The public counter at the Auckland Central Police Base will open on Friday, July 18, at 10 a.m. Acting Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers and Minister of Police Mark Mitchell will be present at the opening, held at 210 Federal Street,…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMedia Auckland Central Police BaseJill RogersMark MitchellAucklandNew Zealand PolicePublic Safety
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Man Charged After Dangerous Driving Spree on Auckland Motorway
A 34-year-old man faces serious charges after allegedly going on an offending spree that ended with him driving dangerously on an Auckland motorway. The incident began Tuesday afternoon when Counties Manukau West Police investigated an assault and vehicle theft in…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AucklandCounties Manukau West Policecrimemotor vehicle theftdangerous drivingPapakuraNew Zealand Police
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Missing North Shore Teenager Found Safe
A 15-year-old girl who went missing on Auckland’s North Shore has been found safe, police said today. An appeal for information was issued on Friday. Police have thanked the public for their assistance in locating the teenager, whose name has…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Missing PersonNorth ShoreAucklandNew Zealand PoliceTeenagerFound SafePublic Assistance
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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…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisasters Upper Harbour HighwayAucklandTraffic IncidentNew Zealand PoliceSH18Tauhinu RoadWestgate
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays on Auckland's Northwestern Motorway
A multi-vehicle crash on Auckland's Northwestern Motorway is causing significant delays for commuters this morning. The incident, involving five vehicles, was reported to police at approximately 6.36am. Two southbound lanes are currently closed between the Lincoln and Royal road exits…
TransportationLaw Enforcement AucklandNorthwestern MotorwayTraffic IncidentMotor Vehicle AccidentLincoln RoadRoyal RoadHolly McKayNew Zealand Police
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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…
WeatherMediaDisasters MetServiceKatie HillyerSouth IslandNorthlandAucklandMetService New Zealand
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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.…
WorldDisastersTransportation ParnellAucklandfiretraffic delaysEmergency ServicesNZ PoliceGarfield StreetNew Zealand Police
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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…
DisastersLaw Enforcement AvondaleAucklandFireSaint Mary’s Catholic SchoolEmergency ServicesNew Zealand PoliceAccident
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Three-Car Crash Causes Traffic Delays in Mt Roskill, Auckland
Auckland's Mt Roskill is experiencing significant traffic disruptions following a three-car collision on Hillsborough Road. The incident, which occurred around 5 p.m., has prompted the closure of Hillsborough Road between James Tyler Crescent and Dominion Road. Emergency services are at…
TransportationLaw Enforcement Car CrashHillsborough RoadMt RoskillAucklandTraffic DelaysNZ PoliceAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Community Service Planned for Baby Anahera
A burial service is planned for Baby Anahera, a newborn discovered deceased at an Auckland recycling plant on August 16, 2021. Despite extensive investigations, Auckland City CIB’s Detective Inspector Scott Beard says the baby's mother, father, or wider family have…
Social IssuesLaw Enforcement Baby AnaheraAucklandNew Zealand PoliceScott BeardBurialCommunity ServiceCrimestoppers
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Media Monitor: OCR held, heavy rain forecast, youths in custody after shoplifting
1 News is reporting that the Reserve Bank has held the Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 3.25%. It said this marks the first time the OCR has not been cut since July 2024, ending a streak of six consecutive cuts.…
BusinessWeatherPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthUnited StatesEconomyGeneral WeatherWhite HouseLegalSocial Issues Official Cash RateReserve BankMetServiceNorth IslandSouth IslandAucklandCrimeOne News NZ
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Auckland Man Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle
A 44-year-old Auckland man has been arrested and faces multiple charges after allegedly ramming a police vehicle early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred during a traffic stop in Mt Wellington around 2.20am on July 8. According to Relieving Counties Manukau…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AucklandMt WellingtonPapatoetoePoliceVehicle RammingArrestCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Public Help to Find Michael Tautari
Police are seeking public assistance to locate 27-year-old Michael Tautari, who is wanted on a Warrant to Arrest for breaching release conditions. Authorities believe someone may have information regarding his whereabouts. Tautari is known to frequent the Auckland and Waikato…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues New Zealand PoliceMichael TautariWarrant to ArrestAucklandWaikatoCrime StoppersBreach of Release Conditions
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Start to Final Week of School Holidays
The final week of school holidays begins with settled weather for most of the country, offering opportunities for outdoor activities before a change later in the week. Clear skies and high cloud will keep temperatures cool in northern and western…
WeatherAustralasia school holidaysAucklandMetServicetemperatureforecastMetService New Zealand
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Hydr8 Spring Water Recalled Due to Plastic Contamination
NZ Drinks Ltd is recalling Hydr8 brand Spring Water (600ml x 24) due to potential contamination with blue plastic. The affected product has a best before date of 10 JUN 27, 11 JUN 27 and 16 JUN 27. It is…
HealthBusinessAustralasiaSocial IssuesMedical Science Product RecallHydr8Spring WaterNZ Drinks LtdNorth IslandAucklandBottled WaterMPI Food Recalls
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Crash Causes Delays on Auckland Harbour Bridge
Auckland motorists should expect delays on the Harbour Bridge following a crash this morning. The incident occurred northbound, just after the Curran Street on-ramp. Fortunately, there are no reports of serious injuries. However, the accident has caused a significant backlog…
TransportationLaw EnforcementAustralasia AucklandHarbour BridgeCrashTraffic DelaysCurran StreetNew Zealand PoliceAccident
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Upper North Island
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued by MetService for the upper North Island, valid for 10 hours from 12:00pm to 10:00pm today. The affected areas include Northland, Auckland, Great Barrier Island, Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato, Waitomo, Taumarunui, and Taranaki. The…
WeatherDisastersGeneral Weather MetServiceSevere Thunderstorm WatchNorthlandAucklandCoromandel PeninsulaWaikatoNZ MetService
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Body Found, Flood Warning, Cyber Attack
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a woman is in custody after a newborn baby's body was found in a wheelie bin in Auckland's Freeman's Bay. RNZ also reported that Civil Defence is warning flood-affected residents in the Nelson-Tasman region…
WorldBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWeatherSportFranceUnited StatesComputers and InternetTradeLegal AucklandFreeman's BayNelson-TasmanQantasWoolworthscyber attackfloodingRNZ News
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Newborn Baby's Remains Found in Freeman’s Bay, Auckland: Homicide Investigation Launched
Police are investigating the discovery of a newborn baby's remains in a wheelie bin in Freeman’s Bay. The remains were found overnight, prompting an immediate investigation. Detective Inspector Scott Beard of Auckland City CIB confirmed, "Sadly, I can confirm the…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Freeman’s BayAucklandhomicidepolice investigationOperation YarrowCrime Stoppershuman remainsNew Zealand Police
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Severe Weather Watch: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather watch has been issued for central and northern New Zealand, with heavy rain and strong winds expected from Thursday onwards. A large low over the Tasman Sea is the cause. Warnings and Watches are in force, and…
WeatherDisastersGeneral Weather Weather WatchHeavy RainStrong WindsNorthlandAucklandTaranakiNZ MetService
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Royal New Zealand Police College Opens Auckland Campus
The Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) has opened a new Auckland Campus, marked by a formal ceremony attended by Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Minister of Police Mark Mitchell, and Associate Minister of Police Casey Costello. The new campus, leased…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementEducation Royal New Zealand Police CollegeAucklandRichard ChambersMark MitchellCasey CostelloMassey Universityrecruit trainingNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Hit by Severe Weather
Radio New Zealand is reporting that heavy rain is causing widespread travel disruption, flooding, and evacuations in parts of the country. It said the top of the South Island is bearing the brunt of the rain, with states of emergency…
WeatherPolitics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportGeneral WeatherState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsMedical ScienceLegal South IslandAucklandFloodingEvacuationsStorms
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Police Seek Public Help to Find Missing Māngere Woman
Police are seeking public assistance to locate 57-year-old Ella Davenport, who has been missing from her Māngere East home since Friday, June 20. An initial appeal was issued over the weekend, but Ella has not yet returned home. Acting Detective…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Ella DavenportMāngere EastAucklandNew Zealand PoliceMissing PersonWoolworthsMassey Road
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on parking prices, Luxon's China visit, and more
RNZ is reporting on several stories this morning. A researcher in New Zealand is examining car parking prices, inspired by similar research conducted in Australia. Christopher Luxon's first official trip to China is facing challenges, according to an analysis by…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesAustraliaTradeLaw EnforcementGeneral Weather parking pricesChristopher LuxonChinaPoriruaBriscoesMāori baby namesAucklandRNZ News
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Fire and Emergency NZ Welcomes 22 New Firefighters
Twenty-two new firefighters graduated from Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s National Training Centre (NTC) in Rotorua yesterday, marking the completion of their 12-week recruit course. Family and friends gathered to watch the graduates demonstrate skills in fighting fires, rescuing trapped…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborLaw Enforcement Fire and Emergency New ZealandRotoruafirefightersNational Training CentreTristan ShepherdAucklandUrban Search and Rescue
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Police Appeal for Missing West Auckland Teenager
Police have issued an appeal for information regarding missing 15-year-old Alexander from Oratia, last seen in the Henderson area of West Auckland. Alexander was reported missing on June 16 after he was dropped off at Henderson High School but did…
Social IssuesLaw Enforcement Missing PersonAlexanderOratiaHendersonNew Zealand PoliceAucklandRunaway
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Media Monitor: Firefighters Battle Auckland Supermarket Blaze
Radio New Zealand is reporting that dozens of fire crews are battling a blaze at a central Auckland supermarket. It said the fire at the New World supermarket in Freemans Bay broke out around 11 a.m. Tuesday. All customers and…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWeatherWorldSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceDisastersEmployment and LaborMiddle East Radio New ZealandAucklandNew World supermarketFreemans BayHealth NZElliot CameronFrances Anne PhelpsRNZ News