Tag: gisborne
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Body Found Near Moutohorā Island Confirmed as Missing Ōpotiki Woman
The 36-year-old woman had been sought since she and another person entered the Ōtara and Waioeka river mouths on Sunday, and a 33-year-old man arrested in Gisborne faces charges including dangerous driving and failing to stop.
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Gisborne 'Mystery Hero' Tim Morris Comes Forward After House Fire Rescue
Construction worker Tim Morris, 37, has identified himself to Gisborne Police as the man who pulled an 89-year-old from a burning Aberdeen Road house early Saturday.
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Gisborne Police Search for Mystery Hero Who Saved 89-Year-Old from House Fire
Gisborne Police are trying to identify a passerby who pulled an 89-year-old from a burning Aberdeen Road house early this morning, then left before emergency services arrived.
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MetService: Minimal Severe Weather Risk Across New Zealand This Week
MetService's severe weather outlook for 5-8 October 2026 forecasts minimal risk nationwide, with a Tasman Sea front bringing rain to Fiordland and southern areas but staying below warning criteria.
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Twelve Paddlers Rescued After Wakas Capsize Near Gisborne River Mouth
Twelve paddlers were safely returned to shore at Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, after their wakas upturned, with an off-duty surf lifesaving constable paddling out to help.
Law EnforcementDisastersGeneral Weather New Zealand PoliceGisborneWaikanae BeachTūranganui Riverwater safetySurf Life Savingrescue
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Ice on State Highway 2 Near Gisborne Prompts Police Warning to Motorists
New Zealand Police advise motorists travelling State Highway 2 between Nūhaka and Gisborne to expect delays after reports of ice on the road. No injuries have been reported.
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Gisborne Police Appeal for Information After Overnight Assault
Gisborne Police appeal for witnesses and video footage after a man was knocked unconscious on Peel Street, with an 18-year-old taken into custody assisting enquiries.
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Gisborne Police Name Victim of Fatal Lytton Road Crash
Police have identified Terrance Donovan, 85, of Gisborne, as the cyclist who died in a fatal crash on Lytton Road on September 5. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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Gisborne Cordons Lifted Following Non-Suspicious Death in Alfred Cox Park
Gisborne police have lifted cordons on Grey St and State Highway 35 after a sudden death in Alfred Cox Park. The death is not considered suspicious and will be referred to the coroner.
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Gisborne Road Closed Due to Police Incident
Gisborne Police have closed Grey Street near Awapuni Road/State Highway 35 due to an incident on the Alfred Cox Park Cycle and Walkway. The public is advised to avoid the area, though no threat exists.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Northern New Zealand
MetService has issued Orange Heavy Rain Warnings for Auckland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and Gisborne, with strong westerlies for southern and central New Zealand. Residents should prepare for potential flooding and difficult driving conditions.
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MetService Forecasts Gales and Heavy Rain for New Zealand
MetService forecasts a showery southerly flow for New Zealand next week, with moderate confidence of heavy rain in Wairoa District and low confidence of severe gales in eastern Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, and Wairoa coastal areas.
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MetService Lifts Heavy Rain Warning for Northern Gisborne/Tairawhiti
MetService has lifted its heavy rain warning for northern Gisborne/Tairawhiti, north of Tolaga Bay, as severe weather eased. However, further rain is anticipated Friday night and Saturday, urging residents to stay vigilant.
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MetService Issues Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Northern Gisborne/Tairawhiti
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for northern Gisborne/Tairawhiti, expecting 60-70mm of rain and potential thunderstorms until 8:00pm today. Residents should prepare for flooding and difficult driving conditions.
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Heavy Rain and Frosts Expected Across New Zealand This Weekend
New Zealand faces a wet end to the week with heavy rain warnings for the North Island, followed by a cold snap bringing widespread frosts and potential snow across both islands this weekend.
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Magnitude 5.6 Earthquake Strikes Off New Zealand's North Island Coast
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake occurred off New Zealand's North Island coast at a depth of 52 km. The USGS reported the event, located near Hicks Bay, was reviewed by a seismologist.
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NZTA Announces Overnight SH2 Closures for Wairakaia Rail Bridge Strengthening
NZ Transport Agency announces overnight closures on SH2 at Wairakaia Rail Bridge from August 9-11 for essential strengthening. Ongoing roadworks and intersection improvements are also affecting state highways across Hawke's Bay.
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Tairāwhiti Police Nab Dozens in Impaired Driving Crackdown
Tairāwhiti Police conducted a weekend operation targeting impaired drivers, resulting in over a dozen court summons or infringement notices for alcohol and one positive drug screening. Authorities emphasize that time is the only factor reducing alcohol levels.
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Gisborne Police Seek Public Help After Non-Suspicious Death Amid Property Damage Incident
Police in Gisborne are investigating an incident involving property damage and a firearm discharge at a Crawford Road address, despite a 57-year-old man's death there not being suspicious. They seek public information.
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Police Investigate Unexplained Death in Gisborne's Kaiti
Police are investigating an unexplained death in Kaiti, Gisborne, after a person was found deceased at a Crawford Road address early Tuesday. Authorities seek public assistance as an increased police presence is expected.
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Hawke's Bay State Highways Face Multiple Closures and Roadworks in July and August
Travelers in Hawke's Bay and Tairāwhiti should prepare for significant overnight closures on SH2 Expressway and Wairakaia Rail Bridge in July and August, alongside ongoing roadworks impacting several state highways.
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Off New Zealand's North Island
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred off New Zealand's North Island on July 16, 2026. The shallow quake, 10 km deep, was centered east-northeast of Hicks Bay, as reported by the USGS.
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MetService Lifts Heavy Rain Warnings for Gisborne and Hawke's Bay
MetService has lifted all heavy rain warnings and watches for Gisborne/Tairawhiti and northern Hawke's Bay. A southerly flow is easing, bringing an end to severe weather conditions in the regions.
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Hawke's Bay, Gisborne, and Marlborough Sounds
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain in Hawke's Bay and Gisborne, and strong southerly gales in Marlborough Sounds. Residents should prepare for flooding, slips, and high winds, with an update expected by 9:00pm Thursday.
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MetService Forecasts Strong Southerlies and Rain for North Island
MetService's latest outlook predicts strong southerlies and potential warning-level rain for parts of the North Island on Friday, July 10. The severe weather risk remains minimal for the rest of the weekend and early next week across New Zealand.
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New Zealand Police Disheartened by Seven Weekend Road Deaths
New Zealand Police are disheartened after seven people died in road crashes across the country this weekend. Authorities urge motorists to make safer choices, emphasizing seatbelt use, avoiding impaired driving, and adhering to speed limits to prevent further tragedies.
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial IssuesLegalEducation New Zealand PoliceRoad DeathsRoad SafetyTraffic AccidentsSuperintendent Steve GreallyGisborneWellington
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Fatal Crash in Patutahi Claims One Life, Injures Multiple
A single-vehicle crash in Patutahi, west of Gisborne, has resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, including two serious. Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them with information.
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Serious Crash Closes Wharekopae Road in Gisborne
A single-vehicle crash on Wharekopae Road in Patutahi, Gisborne, has resulted in serious injuries and prompted a road closure. Police advise motorists to avoid the area following the incident reported just before 5:20 pm.
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Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash Claims One Life in Gisborne
One person died in a single-vehicle crash on Harris Street, Gisborne, last night. Emergency services attended the scene where a car hit a fence. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the fatal incident.
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Tairāwhiti Police Host Community Open Day in Gisborne
Tairāwhiti Police are holding an Open Day at the Gisborne Police Station on June 7. Visitors can see patrol cars, Police Dogs, and the Armed Offenders Squad, and learn about police careers.
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