Tag: northland
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Crash Causes Delays on SH1 Near Mata, Northland
A crash involving a vehicle towing a horse float has blocked one northbound lane on State Highway 1 near Mata, south of Whangārei. Police responded to the incident, which occurred around 9:15 am. While there are no reports of serious…
TransportationLaw Enforcement CrashState Highway 1MataNorthlandTrafficPoliceAccidentNZ Police
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SH1 Reopens After Oakleigh Crash in Northland
State Highway 1 in Northland has reopened after a crash near Oakleigh this morning. The two-vehicle crash, involving a large truck, occurred after 6 a.m. Two people sustained moderate injuries and were taken to a hospital. Police appreciate motorists' cooperation.…
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Delays on SH1 Near North Mangapai After Truck Accident
A two-vehicle accident on Oakleigh Wharf Road, Northland, is causing significant delays on State Highway One between the North Mangapai Intersection and Mata. According to police, a large truck is blocking the road, and its removal may take considerable time.…
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement NorthlandState Highway OneNorth Mangapai IntersectionOakleigh Wharf RoadAccidentTraffic DelaysNew Zealand PoliceNZ Police
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Crash Causes Delays on State Highway 12, Matakohe
Delays are expected on State Highway 12, west of Gallid Road, Matakohe, following a crash reported around 1.15pm. Emergency services are at the scene where a car has left the road and landed in a ditch. Police have implemented traffic…
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Parakao After Man Found Dead
Police in Northland have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a 55-year-old man in Parakao on May 9. Ambulance staff discovered the man's body at a rural property off Mangakahia Road (State Highway 15) just before 4pm. A…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia HomicideParakaoNorthlandMitsubishi L200Mangakahia RoadOtaika Valley RoadCrime StoppersNZ Police
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Severe Weather Watch: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather watch has been issued by MetService at 9:47am on Thursday, May 8, 2025, indicating heavy rain and possible severe gales for several regions of New Zealand. An active front, bringing heavy rain and gale-force northwesterly winds, is…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Northland Meth Crisis, Untreated Wound Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that organizations in Northland towns are struggling to meet the demand for meth addiction treatment. They said wastewater testing indicates methamphetamine use tripled in Northland last year, giving it the highest rate in New Zealand.…
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Police Investigate Aggravated Robbery and Firearms Incident in Northland
Police are investigating an aggravated robbery in Kawakawa after two men, allegedly carrying firearms, arrived at a property on State Highway 1 on Thursday night. Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston of Northland CIB, said the men demanded a vehicle, but the…
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Slip Blocks Southbound Lane on SH1, Brynderwyn
A slip is blocking the southbound lane of State Highway 1 in Brynderwyn, Northland, between State Highway 12 and Artillery Road. Police are attending the scene. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution in the area. For more information and…
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Seventy-Six New Police Officers Deployed Across New Zealand
Seventy-six new police officers are heading to districts across New Zealand after graduating from Wing 383. A ceremony was held at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua to celebrate the constables' successful completion of their initial training. Commissioner Richard Chambers, police…
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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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Cell Tower Damage Disrupts Emergency Calls in Northland
Police report overnight damage to transmission towers is impacting cell phone reception in Northland. Landlines remain operational. Affected areas include Tikitikioure, Taupo Bay, Domain Road, Karikari Central, Mangonui, Waimauku, Matapouri, Huruiki, and Helena Bay. Partner agencies are working to restore…
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