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Wellington City Council Releases Recent Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has made its recent resource consents available online. The latest batch of consents, covering applications and issuances from January 26 to February 8, 2026, can now be reviewed on the council's official website. This update allows the…
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New Manawatū Area Commander Appointed
Media are invited to attend the pōwhiri for the new Manawatū Area Commander, Inspector Matenga (Marty) Gray. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday 10 February from 0930 to 1230 at Kohuturoa Marae, 306 Hokio Beach Road, Hokio Beach, Levin.…
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Start, Heatwave, Then Widespread Rain
Much of New Zealand is set for a classic summer weather pattern this week, beginning with settled conditions for northern and central regions. Dry days are anticipated from Northland down to Christchurch, though inland areas may experience isolated afternoon showers,…
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One Dead in Fatal Buckland Crash
One person has died following a serious crash on Logan Road, Buckland, this morning. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle incident, involving a truck and trailer unit, at 7:32 am. The sole occupant of the truck was sadly pronounced…
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MetService Warns of Uncertain Weekend Weather with Potential for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
New Zealand's weather outlook for the coming week shows minimal risk of severe weather early on, but uncertainty increases towards the weekend. By Friday, February 13, a front is predicted to cross the South Island, potentially bringing heavy rain and…
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FMG Admits Misleading Statements, Agrees to $2.1 Million Payment
FMG Insurance Limited and Farmers’ Mutual Group (FMG) have admitted to fair dealing breaches after an investigation by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA). FMG will pay $2.1 million in lieu of a pecuniary penalty and has remediated affected customers. The…
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Serious Crash on Avondale Road Injures Cyclist
Emergency services are currently responding to a serious crash that occurred on Avondale Road, involving a car and a cyclist. The incident was reported around 8:24 AM. One person has sustained serious injuries and is receiving medical treatment. The Serious…
Law EnforcementTransportation Serious CrashAvondale RoadCyclist InjuryEmergency ServicesTraffic DelaysGreenmeadowsNew Zealand Police
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One Dead in Rangitikei Single-Vehicle Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Santoft Road, Santoft, Rangitikei, late last night. Police were called to the scene around 9:50 PM. The sole occupant of the vehicle was found deceased at the scene. The Serious Crash…
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Wellington City Council has announced a series of alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. The applications cover a range of establishments across the city. Among the listed applications is One Red Dog, located at 57 Customhouse…
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Serious Crash on Logan Road, Buckland
Emergency services are attending a serious crash on Logan Road in Buckland, Auckland. The single-vehicle incident, involving a truck and trailer unit, was reported to Police at 7:32 am. Initial reports suggest there may be serious injuries. Logan Road is…
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Woman Dies, Man Arrested in Raumati Beach Incident
Police were called to a Matatua Road address in Raumati Beach around 1:15 AM after reports of an injured person. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman deceased at the scene. A 24-year-old man was taken into custody and is scheduled…
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Two Charged in Connection with Taupō College Fire
Two young people have been charged following a fire at a Taupō college on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the fire on Spa Road, Taupō, at approximately 2:15 PM. As the block became fully engulfed, police closed surrounding…
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Southland Police pleased with long weekend road behaviour
Southland Police have expressed satisfaction with the behaviour of locals and visitors on the roads and at events over the recent Waitangi weekend. Southland Area Commander, Inspector Mike Bowman, stated, “We’re pleased to say there have been no real issues…
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One Dead in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash in Dairy Flat
One person has died following a single-motorcycle crash on Horseshoe Bush Road in Dairy Flat early this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 1:30 AM. The sole rider was pronounced dead at the scene. The Serious…
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State Highway 2 Blocked After Three-Vehicle Crash
State Highway 2, at the intersection with Waterworks Road in Kaitoke, is currently blocked in both directions due to a three-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to police around 4pm. Emergency services are on scene managing the situation. There are…
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Northern Motorway Blocked by Vehicle Fire
The Northern Motorway is currently blocked near Moir Hill Road due to a vehicle fire. Emergency services are on site responding to the incident. One northbound lane remains open to traffic. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while the…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Expected
MetService has issued its Severe Weather Outlook, indicating a low probability of significant weather events for New Zealand between Monday, February 9th, and Thursday, February 12th, 2026. A ridge of high pressure is expected to dominate the beginning of the…
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ACT Party Highlights Equality, Cancer Drug Funding, and Economic Stability
The ACT Party has reiterated its commitment to the principle of equality before the law for all New Zealand citizens, regardless of their ancestry. Leader David Seymour stated in a recent speech, “Our common humanity is greater than the superficial…
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One Dead Following Water Incident in Thames
One person has died following a water-related incident in Thames. Emergency services were called to Tararu Road just before midday. The person was pulled from the water unresponsive and, despite emergency medical treatment, died at the scene. The death will…
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Investigation Launched After Five-Year-Old Boy Found Deceased in Napier
Police have launched an investigation into the water-related death of a five-year-old boy in Napier's Westshore area. The child went missing between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM on Thursday, February 5. Emergency services located the boy deceased in the water…
Law EnforcementDisasters NapierWestshoreDeath investigationMissing childWater safetyHawke's BayNew Zealand Police
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Man Flees Police in Boat, Quickly Recaptured
A 27-year-old Porirua man, wanted for breaching bail conditions, attempted to escape police custody by fleeing in a boat from the Mana Twin Bridges public boat ramp. Officers arrived at the ramp around 8:30 am and informed the man he…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk Expected
New Zealand can expect minimal risk of severe weather from Sunday, February 8, through Wednesday, February 11, according to the latest outlook from MetService. On Sunday, a weakening front is expected to move north over the South Island and southern…
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Body Found on Napier Beach
A body has been discovered on a beach in Napier. Police were alerted around 8:25 PM on Thursday, February 5th, to a person seen in the water off The Esplanade in Westshore. Emergency services, including Police and Coastguard, responded and…
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Pedestrian Dies in Overnight Motorway Crash in Ōtara
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on the northbound lanes of the Southern Motorway at Ōtara overnight. Emergency services were alerted to the crash around 12:30 AM, between the Te Irirangi Drive on-ramp and the East…
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Five Apprehended After Attempted Burglary in Upper Hutt
Four youths and a 20-year-old man have been apprehended following an attempted burglary at a commercial premises in Upper Hutt overnight. Police were alerted to the incident on Main Street at approximately 12:40 am. The alleged offenders made several attempts…
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Wellington Gears Up for Summer Events and City Infrastructure Upgrades
Wellington is set for a vibrant summer with a double header of events this weekend, Te Rā o Waitangi and the Pasifika Festival, both taking place at Waitangi Park. The city's event calendar promises continuous activity following these initial celebrations.…
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Christchurch Police Seek Public Assistance in Mountain Bike Burglary Investigation
Christchurch Police are appealing to the public for information to help locate two individuals believed to have information regarding a recent burglary. The incident, which occurred on Bealey Avenue on Sunday, February 1, involved the theft of two mountain bikes…
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Man Arrested for Arson After Taupō CBD Fire
Police have arrested a 53-year-old man in connection with a suspicious fire that occurred on Oruanui Street in Taupō's central business district. The fire was reported around 10:30 PM on Tuesday, February 3rd. One property suffered significant damage, with the…
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Four-Vehicle Crash Blocks Southern Motorway in Auckland
The Southern Motorway in Auckland is experiencing severe traffic delays after a four-vehicle crash occurred this afternoon. The incident, reported to Police at 4:05 pm, has resulted in one vehicle flipping onto its side, blocking the right-hand lanes. Multiple injuries…
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Man Arrested in Glen Eden Crime Spree
Police have arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with a series of crimes in Glen Eden, west Auckland. The Waitematā West Tactical Crime Unit has been investigating a spree of offending in the suburb over recent weeks. Detective Sergeant Mike…