Tag: auckland
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Mental Health Response Programme Phase Two Rollout Extended
A second group of districts are set to implement Phase Two of the Police Mental Health Response Change Programme from May 19, following endorsement from the multi-agency Mental Health Response Change Programme Governance Group. Police and Health NZ have jointly…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw Enforcement Mental HealthNew Zealand PoliceHealth NZMental Health Response Change ProgrammeMike JohnsonKarla BergquistAucklandNZ Police
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Pakuranga Road Reopens After Building Fire
Pakuranga Road has reopened after a building fire, NZ Police have said. The road was closed in both directions while the blaze was brought under control. Investigations into the cause of the fire at the McDonalds are underway. Police have…
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Police Seek Amiria Wall for Fraud in Auckland Region
Police are seeking Amiria Wall, 43, who has an arrest warrant for fraud offenses. She is believed to be in the Auckland region. Police are asking anyone who has seen Wall or has information that may help locate her to…
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Government Announces New Building Scheme; Family Seeks Answers in Murder Case
The government has introduced a new scheme to expedite building projects through self-certification and inspection targets. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk announced the initiative today from Waitoki, north of Auckland, stating it will allow approved building firms, plumbers, and…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWeatherLaw EnforcementLegalEducation Chris PenkAucklandHillmorton HospitalFaye PhelpsBuilding and ConstructionAuckland FCOmaha Beach
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Youth Arrested After Imitation Firearm Incident on Auckland Bus
A young person was arrested after brandishing an imitation firearm on an Auckland bus this morning. Police received a report at 11:24 am about a person with a firearm on a bus traveling from Orakei to Auckland City. The bus…
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Auckland Fountain Vandalised with Red Dye on Anzac Day
Water in a central Auckland fountain was vandalised with red dye in the early hours of the morning. The incident appears to be a protest coinciding with Anzac Day. The fountain, located in central Auckland, was found to be filled…
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Consumer NZ: Third of New Zealanders Need Help Accessing Food
A recent survey by Consumer NZ reveals that a third of New Zealanders have sought assistance to access food in the past year, highlighting concerns about the country's grocery market. Consumer NZ Chief Executive Jon Duffy described the situation as…
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Name Released in Wairere Falls Death
Police have released the name of the man who died at Wairere Falls on Saturday, April 19th. He was Abdullah Noori, 51, of Glen Innes, Auckland. Police have expressed their condolences to his family. His death has been referred to…
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News Briefing: Baby Ru Investigation, Auckland Bus Stop Attack, and Beckenridge Case
Today's briefing covers several developing stories. Eighteen months have passed since "Baby Ru" suffered a fatal injury. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke with the boy's mother, who remains a person of interest in the police investigation. Auckland police are…
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Auckland Firefighters Respond to Storm Calls; PM to Meet UK Counterpart
Auckland firefighters responded to 223 storm-related calls overnight as ex-Cyclone Tam hit. While the severe thunderstorm watch for Auckland has been lifted, surface flooding remains a problem. In other news, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is set to discuss trade and…
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Cyclone Tam Disrupts Auckland, Northland; Population Growth Surges
Auckland faced intense weather as ex-Cyclone Tam brought strong winds and heavy rain, leading to flight and ferry cancellations. Some parts of Northland may be isolated for three days due to fallen trees blocking roads. In a frightening incident, a…
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