Tag: hastings
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Man Pleads Guilty in Hastings Homicide Case
Kereama Rewita, 30, has pleaded guilty to the murder of Keith Pati, 33, in the High Court at Napier. Pati died after an assault in Hastings in February 2025. Rewita awaits sentencing in July.
Law EnforcementLegal Kereama RewitaKeith PatiHastingsNapierMurderGuilty pleaNew Zealand Police
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Hastings Road Closed After Truck and Van Crash
Willowpark Road in Hastings is closed near Albert Street following a two-vehicle crash involving a truck and a van reported just after 1pm. No serious injuries have been reported, but motorists should expect delays.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues HastingsWillowpark RoadAlbert StreetNew Zealand PoliceTraffic AccidentRoad ClosureTruck
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Man Charged After Serious Assault in Camberley
A 22-year-old man faces multiple charges including wounding with intent after a serious assault in Camberley left two people injured. Police are conducting reassurance patrols in the area.
Law EnforcementWorld AssaultCamberleyPoliceHastingsWoundingCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Hawke's Bay Police Target Drink Driving in Hastings
Over 1100 vehicles were stopped in Hastings, New Zealand, with four drivers found over the legal alcohol limit. Police issued infringement notices for license breaches and seatbelt violations.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportationLegal Hawke's BayHastingsDrink DrivingNathan RossPakowhai RoadNew Zealand Police
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State Highway 50 in Hastings Closed Due to Vegetation Fire
A section of State Highway 50 in Fernhill, Hastings, has been closed due to a vegetation fire, with evacuations underway and significant delays expected.
Politics and GovernmentDisastersTransportationLaw Enforcement State Highway 50FernhillHastingsVegetation FireRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceFire and Emergency New Zealand
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Hawke’s Bay Police Urge Residents to Secure Homes This Summer
Hawke's Bay Police are advising residents to enhance home security as summer approaches, following reports of increased opportunistic thefts, particularly in rural Hastings.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia Hawke’s BayPolicehome securitytheftsHastingsGabrielle ParsonsNew Zealand Police
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Hawke's Bay Drug Operation Nets Three Arrests
A six-month covert operation targeting methamphetamine supply in Central Hawke's Bay and Hastings has resulted in the arrest of two gang members and one associate, following wastewater testing.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal MethamphetamineHawke's BayArrestsOperation TukutukiGangsHastingsCentral Hawke's Bay
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Three Arrested in Hawke's Bay Methamphetamine Supply Operation
A six-month covert operation in Central Hawke’s Bay and Hastings has led to the arrest of two gang members and one associate, targeting methamphetamine supply.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Operation TukutukimethamphetamineCentral Hawke’s BayHastingsMongrel Mobdrug supplyarrestsNew Zealand Police
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Hastings Death Now Treated as Homicide
Police in Hastings are investigating the death of a 37-year-old woman as a homicide after she was found deceased in Camberley last month. They are appealing for information from the public to help solve the case.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HastingshomicideCamberleyKotuku StreetOperation KNELLNew Zealand PoliceCriminal Investigation
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Hawke’s Bay Police Increase Resources for Long Weekend
Hawke's Bay Police are increasing their presence to ensure community safety during the long weekend, with additional resources deployed on roads and at events due to an influx of visitors.
Law EnforcementTransportation Hawke’s BayPolicelong weekendcommunity safetyInspector SycamoreRoad PolicingHastingsNew Zealand Police
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Police Investigate Suspicious Approach in Whakatu, New Zealand
Hastings Police are investigating a suspicious approach towards a young girl in Whakatu on Tuesday, October 21st, and are urging parents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues WhakatuHastingsSuspicious ApproachKarli WhiuChild SafetyNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather This Week
MetService issues warnings for strong winds and heavy rain across South Island and Central New Zealand, with a potentially more intense system expected on Thursday. Temperatures to rise, with Hastings forecast to reach 30°C.
WeatherDisastersAustralasiaGeneral Weather MetServiceWeather WarningsSevere WeatherSouth IslandNorth IslandHastingsMetService New Zealand
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing 62-Year-Old Cecil in Tauranga
New Zealand Police are asking for the public's help in finding Cecil, 62, who was last seen a week ago in the Ohauiti/Hairini area of Tauranga. He may be in Tauranga or Hastings.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Missing PersonNew Zealand PoliceTaurangaHastingsOhauitiHairiniPublic Safety
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Hīkoi to Encourage Voting in Hastings Council Elections
Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga and For Wards Hawke’s Bay organize a hīkoi in Hastings to boost voting in the local election and support a referendum to keep Māori wards.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesState GovernmentsEducation HastingsHīkoiTe Taiwhenua o HeretaungaFor Wards Hawke’s BayMāori wardsLocal ElectionReferendum
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Hawke's Bay Police Seize Cannabis Plants, Two Arrested
Hawke's Bay Police discovered over 200 cannabis plants at a Hastings property, leading to the arrest of two men. The operation, estimated between $600,000 and $750,000, involved a leased commercial space.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Hawke's BayHastingsCannabisDrug BustOrchard RoadNew Zealand PoliceCrime
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Hawke’s Bay Police Arrest Four Gang Members After Recent Violence
Following recent gang violence, Hawke's Bay Police executed search warrants in Napier and Hastings, leading to the arrest of four Mongrel Mob members and new lines of enquiry into serious assaults.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayPoliceArrestsGang ViolenceMongrel MobHastingsNapierNew Zealand Police
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Gang Conflict Warrant Activated in Hawke’s Bay Following Violent Incidents
Police in Hawke's Bay have implemented a Gang Conflict Warrant following two violent incidents involving suspected gang members, including a serious assault and a grievous assault that left two with life-threatening injuries.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayGang Conflict WarrantPoliceMongrel MobBlack PowerViolent CrimeHastingsNew Zealand Police
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Hawke’s Bay Police Increase Presence After Gang Violence
Following two serious gang-related incidents, Hawke's Bay Police are deploying additional staff and urging the public to report any information. The incidents involved a firearm discharge and grievous assaults, leaving multiple people injured.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayPolicegang violenceRiverbend RoadOmahu RoadHastingsCaroline MartinNew Zealand Police
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Oil Spill on Taihape Road Prompts Caution for Drivers
An oil spill on Taihape Road near Hastings has prompted a police warning, urging motorists to exercise caution. Grit has been applied to the affected area, and temporary speed limits are in place.
TransportationLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Oil SpillTaihape RoadHastingsTraffic SafetyNew Zealand PoliceSherendenAccident
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Man Arrested After Multiple Vehicle Offences in Hastings
A man has been arrested in Hastings after allegedly stealing a vehicle and causing multiple collisions. Public calls to 111 were critical in helping police locate and apprehend the suspect.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Hastingsmotor vehicle offencesTaradale RoadOmahu RoadNew Zealand PoliceInspector Angela Hallettarrest
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Woman in Court After Hawke's Bay Hospital Lockdown
A 21-year-old woman will reappear in Hastings District Court on August 4, charged with threats of harm, following a lockdown at Hawke’s Bay Hospital and nearby schools after a report of a person possibly in possession of a firearm.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Hawke's BayHastingsHospital LockdownFirearmThreats of HarmNew Zealand PoliceDistrict Court
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Police to Monitor Gang Funeral Procession in Hawke's Bay
Police will monitor gang movements as members travel from Napier to Hastings for a funeral, reminding motorists to drive safely and report any illegal activity.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke's BayNapierHastingsfuneralgang membersLincoln SycamoreCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Hawke’s Bay Police Seek Public Help to Stop Illegal Dirt Bike Riding
Hawke's Bay Police are asking for the public's help to stop illegal dirt bike riding after a series of incidents that have caused injuries to members of the public.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportationAustralasia Hawke’s BayPolicedirt bikeFlaxmereHastingsCamberleyaccidentNZ Police
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Name Released in Hastings Fatal Crash
Police have named Grant Ross Arthur Neville Tyler, 37, as the man who died in the Tomoana Road crash in Hastings on April 26. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
WorldTransportationLaw EnforcementDisasters fatal crashHastingsGrant Ross Arthur Neville TylerTomoana RoadAkinaNew Zealand PoliceAccidentNZ Police
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Building Fire Closes Pakowhai Road in Hastings
A building fire in Hastings has led to road closures on Pakowhai Road between Duke and Frederick Streets. Emergency services are on site, and the public is advised to avoid the area.
DisastersMediaLaw Enforcement Pakowhai RoadHastingsFrimleyBuilding FireRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceFire and Emergency New ZealandNZ Police
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Police Investigate Shooting in Hastings
Hawke's Bay Police are investigating after shots were fired at a house on Cobham Place in Hastings. Witnesses reported seeing two people leaving the area on a quad bike.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke's BayHastingsShootingCobham PlaceQuad BikeCrime StoppersPolice investigation
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Police Investigate Off-Road Motorcycle Crash in Hastings
A serious crash in Hastings involving an off-road motorcycle has left two juveniles injured and a nurse hurt. Police are investigating the circumstances.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Hastingsoff-road motorcycleCanning RoadNew Zealand Policeaccident investigationInspector Angela Hallettbail breach