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State Highway 47 Reopens After Scrub Fire
Motorists are advised that State Highway 47 in the Bay of Plenty has reopened. The highway was closed earlier today due to a scrub fire. The road is now clear for traffic.
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State Highway 47 Closed Due to Scrub Fire Near Lake Otamangakau
State Highway 47 has been closed near Lake Otamangakau as emergency services respond to a scrub fire. The fire was reported around 4pm. Motorists in the area should anticipate delays. The New Zealand Police are managing the situation.
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Arrest Made in Christchurch Serious Assault
Police investigating a serious assault at a residential property on Fitzgerald Avenue in Christchurch have made an arrest. A 40-year-old man is charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and will appear in the Christchurch District Court…
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Police Seek Information on Rānui House Fire
Waitematā Police are seeking information regarding a house fire that occurred in Rānui in the early hours of this morning. Emergency services responded to Vino Cina Heights shortly after midnight to find the roof of the property fully alight. A…
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Woman Arrested in Elaborate 18-Year Romance Scam
Dunedin and Auckland Police have arrested a 44-year-old woman in connection with an alleged romance scam spanning nearly two decades, which resulted in a Dunedin man losing over half a million dollars. The arrest followed a search warrant executed by…
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Police Seek Footage After Hastings Stabbing
Hastings Police are seeking information as they investigate a serious stabbing that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, February 7. At around 3:25 am, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at an address in the Karamu Road…
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Teenager Arrested After Reckless Electric Bike Ride and Robbery
A 15-year-old is facing multiple charges after a reckless electric bike ride culminated in his arrest on the North Shore. The incident began Tuesday evening around 7:41 pm when police responded to an aggravated robbery on Coliseum Drive, Albany. According…
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New Zealand Faces Uncertain Weekend Weather with Potential for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
New Zealand is bracing for a weekend of uncertain weather as a deepening low pressure system develops near the eastern North Island. The MetService issued a Severe Weather Outlook on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, highlighting considerable uncertainty regarding the track…
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WOW Show Delivers Record Economic Boost to Wellington
The World of WearableArt (WOW) Show has achieved its highest-ever economic benefit for Wellington, contributing a record $32.6 million. This significant boost to the creative capital was detailed in an evaluation report commissioned by WellingtonNZ, the city's economic development agency.…
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One Dead Following Early Morning Fatal Crash in Wellington
One person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, Ngauranga Interchange, Wellington, on Sunday 8 February. Emergency services were called to the scene around 2am. The victim succumbed to their injuries. Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances…
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One Dead in Trentham Vehicle-Cyclist Collision
One person has died following a crash in Trentham this afternoon. The collision, which involved a vehicle and a cyclist, was reported to emergency services around 4pm. The intersection of Messines Avenue and Seddul Bahr Road remains closed while the…
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One Dead, Two Critical After Wairoa Two-Vehicle Crash
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Wairoa this afternoon, with two other people in critical condition. Emergency services were alerted to the collision around 3pm. The intersection of Black Street and Archilles Street, also State Highway 2,…
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New World Halswell Recalls Bakery Items Due to Metal Contamination
New World Halswell is recalling all made-in-store bakery products due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically metal. New Zealand Food Safety issued the alert, advising customers not to consume the affected items. The recall impacts all bakery products…
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Police Arrest Five Youths in Auckland Vehicle Crime Crackdown
Police have apprehended a group of young individuals suspected of being involved in a series of vehicle crimes across Auckland. Early this morning, frontline units were deployed across the North Shore and west Auckland following reports of suspicious activity. The…
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Serious Crash Closes Trentham Intersection
The intersection of Messines Avenue and Seddul Bahr Road in Trentham, Upper Hutt, is currently closed due to a serious crash involving a vehicle and a cyclist. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 4pm today. Diversions have been…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 2 in Wairoa
The intersection of Black Street and Archilles Street, also known as State Highway 2 in Wairoa, has been closed due to a serious crash involving two vehicles. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 3 PM today. Diversions…
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Police Release Name in Raumati Beach Homicide Investigation
Police have released the name of the woman found deceased at a Matatua Road, Raumati Beach address on Monday, February 9. She has been identified as 56-year-old Lauraine Margaret Stewart. "We acknowledge this is an incredibly difficult time for Ms…
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Police Seek Information on Christchurch Serious Assault
Police are investigating a serious assault that took place on Fitzgerald Avenue in Christchurch yesterday afternoon and are asking for the public's help. The incident occurred around 12:20 pm on Monday, February 9, 2026. Investigators are seeking any photos, CCTV,…
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Body Recovered from Waioeka River After Extensive Search
Police have recovered a body from the Waioeka River this morning, bringing an end to a search for a man who has been missing since January. The recovery operation took place around 9 am. The search, led by Eastern Bay…
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Foxton Police Crack Down on Dangerous Dirt Bike Riding
Foxton Police are taking a serious stance against dangerous dirt and quad bike riding in the Foxton and Foxton Beach areas. In response to public complaints, officers have already impounded three bikes and spoken with several young individuals involved in…
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Teenager Charged After Police Dog Tracks Stolen Vapes
A 16-year-old male has been charged with shoplifting following an incident on Te Atatū Peninsula on Monday night. Police responded to a dairy on Te Atatū Road shortly after 8pm after two males entered the store. According to acting Inspector…
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Motorcyclist Arrested for High-Speed Flee and Impaired Driving
A motorcyclist was arrested early this morning after a pursuit that resulted in the impounding of his vehicle and the seizure of illicit drug items. The 48-year-old man was allegedly found to be nearly twice the legal breath alcohol limit.…
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Man, 64, identified after fatal Ruakākā crash
Police have named the man who died following a fatal crash on State Highway 15 in Ruakākā on Wednesday, January 28. He was Kerry McDonald, 64, of Russell. Police extended their thoughts to his family and friends during this difficult…
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MetService Warns of Potential Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Across New Zealand
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Outlook indicating a complex weather system is expected to affect New Zealand from Friday, February 13, 2026, with potential for heavy rain and strong winds across parts of the country. On Friday, an active…
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Wellington Encouraged to Participate in Go by Bike Day
Wellington residents are encouraged to participate in Go by Bike Day, with celebrations planned for tomorrow under the sails at Queens Wharf. The event aims to promote cycling and active transportation within the city. This initiative by Wellington City Council…
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Media Monitor: Christchurch terrorist appeals conviction in NZ court
ABC News is reporting that the convicted Christchurch terrorist is appealing his conviction in New Zealand's Court of Appeal. The terrorist, who murdered 51 people in a 2019 attack on two mosques, is testifying in court as he seeks to…
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Woman's Death at Hawke's Bay Worksite Ruled Homicide
Police are now treating the discovery of a woman's body at a worksite in Omahu, Hawke's Bay, as a homicide. The woman has been identified as Sharlene Smith, aged 64, from Rotorua. Officers were called to the Taihape Road site…
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Serious Assault in Christchurch Under Investigation
A scene guard will remain in place in central Christchurch overnight as Police continue to investigate a serious assault. At around 12:20pm today, Police were called to a property on Fitzgerald Avenue, where a man was found in a critical…
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School Bus Catches Fire in Mangawhai, All Safe
A section of Mangawhai Road has been closed following a school bus fire. Police were called to the incident at 3:55 pm, where the bus caught fire near the intersection with Carter Road, south of Mangawhai township. All 20 people…
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State Highway 1 Partially Blocked After Palmerston Crash
State Highway 1, south of Palmerston, is experiencing partial blockage due to a single-vehicle crash. Emergency services received reports of the incident at approximately 2:40 PM. Traffic management measures are currently in place, and motorists are advised to anticipate delays.…