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Man Arrested After Vehicle Incident Near Mamaku Causes Life-Changing Injuries

18 Nov 2025 5:48 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A 19-year-old man has been arrested and remanded in custody following an incident on State Highway 5 near Mamaku where a vehicle lost control, injuring two bystanders.

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Rotorua Police Arrest Reckless Motorcyclist in Ongoing Operation

12 Sep 2025 5:57 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A 21-year-old has been arrested for reckless driving in Rotorua as part of an ongoing police operation targeting illegal motorcycle use. The arrest follows community support and previous seizures of bikes.

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