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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warnings for Bay of Plenty and Tasman
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the Bay of Plenty west of Whakatane, including Rotorua, and for Tasman northwest of Motueka. The warnings are in effect from Tuesday evening through Wednesday. In the Bay of Plenty, 100…
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Police Seek Information on Fatal Tikitere Crash
Police are seeking public assistance following a fatal crash on State Highway 30 in Tikitere last week. The collision, involving two vehicles, occurred around 4:20 am on Thursday, January 15. Emergency services responded to find two people deceased at the…
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Police Seek Footage After Fatal Rotorua Crash
Police are seeking dashcam or CCTV footage of a silver Lexus sedan, registration DZS7, following a fatal crash on State Highway 36 near Rotorua yesterday evening. The collision occurred around 5:30pm when the Lexus sedan collided with an oncoming truck.…
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Name Released in Sudden Death Near Waiotapu Geyser
Police have released the name of a woman who died near the Lady Knox Geyser in Waiotapu on December 21, 2025. Briar Stockley, 42, of Rotorua, was identified by authorities. Police extended their condolences to Ms. Stockley’s loved ones. Her…
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Rotorua Police Investigate Homicide, Seek Public Assistance
Police are investigating the homicide of 37-year-old Nicholas Patrick Mitchell, who was discovered deceased in a vehicle on Ford Road, Rotorua, shortly before 8:30 pm on Friday. Rotorua Area Investigations Manager Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen has urged residents in…
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Police Name Victim in Rotorua Homicide Investigation
Police have identified Nicholas Patrick Mitchell, 37, of Rotorua, as the man found dead in a vehicle on Ford Road on Friday. The discovery was made shortly before 8:30 p.m. Police are conducting a large area canvass in Fordlands as…
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Name Released in Fatal Tapapa Crash
Police have released the name of the man who died in a crash on State Highway 5, Tapapa, on December 1. He has been identified as Brett Biddle, 51, of Rotorua. "Our condolences are with his family and friends during…
Social IssuesDisastersTransportationLaw Enforcement Fatal CrashTapapaState Highway 5Brett BiddleRotoruaNew Zealand PoliceAccident
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Man Arrested After Vehicle Incident Near Mamaku Causes Life-Changing Injuries
A 19-year-old man has been arrested and remanded in custody on nine driving-related charges after an incident on State Highway 5, near Maraeroa Road, Mamaku on November 11. The incident occurred after reports were made to Police around 10:30 pm…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation MamakuState Highway 5RotoruaNew Zealand PoliceJohn StaplefordVehicle IncidentArrest
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Name Released in Fatal Rotorua Crash
Police have released the name of the victim who died in the two-vehicle crash on Te Ngae Road, Rotorua, on Thursday, November 6. The victim has been identified as Teleia Thompson, a 23-year-old from Rotorua. Police have expressed their condolences…
Social IssuesLaw EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashRotoruaTe Ngae RoadTeleia ThompsonNew Zealand PoliceAccident InvestigationTraffic Collision
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Fatal Crash in Rotorua Claims One Life
One person died following a crash in Rotorua last night. The crash on Te Ngae Road, involving a bus and a car, was reported to Police at 9.15pm. A passenger in the car was killed, and the driver and a…
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Five Arrested After Gang Funeral in Rotorua
Police have expressed disappointment after five people were arrested following a gang funeral in Rotorua. According to Rotorua Area Commander Herby Ngawhika, the arrests stemmed from poor road behavior and other offenses despite collaborative efforts with family to ensure a…
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Law Enforcement Torch Run to Support Special Olympics in Rotorua
Police are supporting Bay of Plenty’s Special Olympics athletes this weekend as they carry the Flame of Hope in Rotorua. The Law Enforcement Torch Run, hosted by Rotorua Police, will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, starting at 10.15am…
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Police Name Victim in Pahiatua Homicide Investigation
Police have identified the victim of the homicide in Pahiatua on Wednesday, October 15 as 74-year-old Karen Gilbert-Palmer. She was found at her Arthur Street property, which is now a scene examination site. Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson stated that…
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Police Seek Jeremy Robertson in Pahiatua Homicide Investigation
Police are seeking Jeremy Robertson, in his 50s, in relation to a homicide investigation in Pahiatua. Officers want to speak with him regarding an incident on Wednesday, October 15, where a woman was found dead in a residential property. Detective…
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Police Seek Jeremy Robertson in Pahiatua Homicide Investigation
Police are seeking Jeremy Robertson in relation to a homicide investigation in Pahiatua after a woman was found dead at a residential property on Thursday, October 15. Robertson is in his 50s and of solid build. He was believed to…
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Police Locate Vehicle in Pahiatua Homicide Investigation
Police have located the missing vehicle of a woman found dead in Pahiatua. Officers were called to a residence on Arthur Street, Pahiatua, on Wednesday around 4.40pm, where they discovered the deceased woman. It was determined that her red, late-model…
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Public Tip Leads to Arrest of Alleged Drunk Driver in Galatea/Murupara Area
A 69-year-old man is scheduled to appear in Rotorua District Court on October 16, facing charges for driving with excess breath alcohol for the third or subsequent time, thanks to a tip from a member of the public. The incident…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalTransportation RotoruaGalateaMuruparaHerby NgawhikaDrunk DrivingRotorua District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Police Concerned for Missing Rotorua Man, Jayleb-Che
Police are seeking public assistance in the search for Jayleb-Che, 36, who has been missing from Rotorua since Tuesday, September 30. Authorities are increasingly concerned about his well-being. Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen, Investigations Manager, Rotorua Police, stated, “We’ve…
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Public praised for helping woman in Rotorua assault
Rotorua Police have expressed their gratitude to the public for intervening in an assault on a 69-year-old woman on Hinemoa Street. The incident occurred at approximately 3.50pm, when the woman was attacked. According to Inspector Phil Gillbanks, Rotorua Area Prevention…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues RotoruaAssaultHinemoa StreetPhil GillbanksNew Zealand PoliceRotorua District CourtPublic Safety
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Person Dies in Matatā Incident, Police Investigate
A person has died following a serious incident in Matatā. Emergency services responded to a report of two people injured in a vehicle at the intersection of Flax and Matata Roads around 3.50pm yesterday. The vehicle had crashed after the…
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Rotorua Police Arrest Reckless Motorcyclist in Ongoing Operation
Rotorua Police have made another arrest in their operation targeting illegal motorcycle users. A 21-year-old has been charged with reckless driving and is due to appear in the Rotorua District Court on Thursday, September 19. The individual was allegedly observed…
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Rotorua Police Crack Down on Illegal Trail Bike Riders
Rotorua Police are targeting illegal trail bike riders, with one person pleading guilty to driving in a dangerous manner following an investigation into anti-social road users. Police received reports of a man riding a trail bike dangerously through Rotorua suburbs.…
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Teenager Charged with Murder in Rotorua Homicide Case
A 17-year-old male has been charged with murder following the death of a man on Trigg Ave, Rotorua, on Wednesday, August 20. According to Detective Sergeant Phil Wilkinson, the male appeared in the Rotorua Youth Court today and has been…
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Rotorua Homicide: Victim's Name Released
Rotorua police have identified the victim of Wednesday's homicide on Trigg Avenue as 41-year-old Temutu Vincent Ehau, of Rotorua. Police are providing support to Mr. Ehau’s family during this difficult time. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information…
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12 Charged in Murder of Zain Taikato Fox
Twelve people have been charged with the murder of 20-year-old Zain Taikato Fox, who died in Rotorua Hospital on July 28 from critical injuries. The arrests followed numerous inquiries and search warrants executed in Maketu, Rotorua, and Whanganui. Seven of…
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Four to Appear in Court Following Rotorua Homicide
Four individuals are scheduled to appear in court today following a homicide in Rotorua. Emergency services responded to a report of an assault on Trigg Avenue around 12:20 p.m. on Wednesday, where they found a man in critical condition who…
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Man Dies in Rotorua Assault
A homicide investigation has been launched in Rotorua following the death of a man on Trigg Ave. Emergency services responded to reports of an assault around 12:20pm. Upon arrival, they found a man in critical condition, who died at the…
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Rotorua Police Arrest Man, Seize Bikes in Illegal Trail Bike Operation
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Glenhome yesterday morning for dangerous driving in the Mangakakahi area. Rotorua Police initiated the arrest after the man failed to stop when signaled. According to Senior Sergeant John Stapleford, the man was seen driving…
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SH5 South of Rotorua Reopens After Vehicle Fire
State Highway 5, south of Rotorua, has reopened following a vehicle fire that forced its closure earlier today. Police have expressed their gratitude to motorists for their patience during the disruption. The road is now open for travel. Further details…
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Rotorua Tangi Sees Increased Police Presence, Several Arrests
Police reported no significant issues following a tangi in Rotorua, with an increased police presence in the Ōwhata area. According to Rotorua Area Commander Herby Ngawhika, the police response focused on public safety while respecting mourners' space to grieve. Attendees…
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