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New Zealand Sees Rise in Overseas Visitor Arrivals in January 2026
Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand reached 385,400 in January 2026, marking a rise of 15,200 compared to the same month in the previous year. Significant increases were observed in arrivals from Australia, up by 10,700, and the United Kingdom,…
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Police Discover Drugs and Firearms in Southland Operation
Eastern Southland Police have arrested two individuals and seized drugs and firearms following a two-day operation targeting drug suppliers in and around Gore and Riversdale. Operation Nightforce, supported by additional district staff and a drug detection dog, focused on several…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Drug arrestsSouthlandGoreRiversdaleOperation NightforceCannabis cultivationFirearmsNew Zealand Police
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Man Faces Serious Charges After Alleged Auckland Attack
A 49-year-old man has been charged with serious offenses following an alleged attack on a woman in Auckland over the weekend. The investigation, dubbed Operation Moller, began on Sunday after a member of the public found the injured woman in…
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Four Arrested in Coromandel Peninsula Operation for Evading Court
Four people are facing court after being apprehended in the Coromandel Peninsula during a targeted Police operation. The operation focused on offenders with outstanding warrants or those who had recently failed to appear in court. Arrests were made in Whitianga…
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Police Lift Cordon in Burnside After Substance Made Safe
Police have lifted cordons in Burnside, Christchurch, following the discovery of a concerning substance this afternoon. The substance has now been made safe, and police will be conducting further routine inquiries. No further details regarding the nature of the substance…
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Logging Truck Fire Blocks Western Bay Road in Waihaha
Western Bay Road in Waihaha, Taupō, is currently blocked due to a logging truck fire that occurred this evening. Police were alerted to the incident, situated between Kuratau Hydro Road and Karangahape Road, at approximately 5:50 PM. Fortunately, no injuries…
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Gang Members Arrested During Bay of Plenty Memorial Run
Police visibility and enforcement efforts led to multiple arrests of gang members in the Bay of Plenty District last weekend. The group had gathered for a memorial run, with an event held in Murupara on March 7 and 8. During…
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49 New Police Officers Graduate in Porirua
Forty-nine new police constables have graduated from the Royal New Zealand Police College in Porirua. The 393 recruit wing celebrated their attestation today with friends and family present. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Associate Minister of Police, the Honourable Casey…
Politics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement PoliceGraduationPoriruaConstableRoyal New Zealand Police CollegeAucklandNew Zealand Police
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Driver Arrested with Arsenal of Weapons After Traffic Stop
Police have arrested a 34-year-old man after a traffic stop in Hamilton uncovered a significant cache of illegal weapons. The incident began on Friday when officers stopped a vehicle and subsequently arrested the driver for driving while disqualified. During the…
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Police Establish Cordon in Burnside Over Concerning Substance
Police have established cordons in the vicinity of Sheffield Crescent, Burnside, Christchurch, following the discovery of a concerning substance. The alert was raised around 2:20 PM today. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while arrangements are made…
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State Highway 1 Maintenance in Manurewa
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is set to carry out essential maintenance on State Highway 1 (SH1) in Manurewa, Auckland. The work will take place on Wednesday, March 18, and Thursday, March 19, between 9pm and 5am. This maintenance…
Transportation State Highway 1ManurewaAucklandMaintenanceRoad ClosureDetourInfrastructureNZTA Auckland
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Panda Mart Recalls Multiple Toys Due to Choking Hazard
Panda Mart is recalling a variety of toys due to concerns that they may not meet mandatory safety standards for children up to 36 months of age. The primary hazard identified across multiple products is the potential for small parts…
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Auckland State Highway Maintenance Scheduled for March
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced planned maintenance work on Auckland's state highway network, primarily affecting State Highway 22 (SH22). The maintenance is scheduled to take place between March 15 and March 19, 2026. Specific sections of SH22 will…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance to Cause Southbound Disruptions
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking essential maintenance work on Auckland's State Highway 1 network, which will impact southbound traffic between March 15 and March 19. The work, weather dependent, includes ramp closures and lane restrictions across several locations.…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Maintenance to Cause Lane Restrictions
The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking essential maintenance work on Auckland's State Highway 1, specifically the Auckland Harbour Bridge, from Sunday, March 15 to Thursday, March 19. The work is scheduled to occur nightly between 9pm and 5am…
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Leman Family Statement: Justice for Richard
The Leman family has issued a statement following a court verdict, stating that justice has been brought for Richard. "Today’s verdict brings justice for Richard," the family said. "Nothing will ever undo what was done to him, and nothing will…
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Man arrested in Whangārei firearms incident
A man is due to appear in the Whangārei District Court today following a firearms incident at a Morningside property on March 3. Police were called the following day after reports of a firearm being discharged. Investigations led to the…
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Police to Increase Presence in Rotorua and Ōpōtiki for Gang Tangihanga
Police will increase their visible presence in Rotorua and Ōpōtiki this Friday and Saturday as a gang tangihanga (funeral gathering) takes place. A significant number of gang members and associates from across the country are expected to attend. Inspector Nicky…
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes South of Kermadec Islands
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred south of the Kermadec Islands on March 11, 2026, at 21:29:15 UTC. The seismic event originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located approximately 574.2 km northeast of Hicks Bay, New Zealand.…
WorldDisastersGeneral Weather EarthquakeKermadec IslandsSeismologyMagnitude 5.1USGSPacific OceanUSGS Earthquake Reports
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New Zealand Businesses See Sales Rise in December 2025 Quarter
New Zealand businesses experienced a notable increase in sales during the December 2025 quarter, with total sales reaching $212 billion, a 5.9 percent rise from the December 2024 quarter. Purchases also grew by 5.4 percent to $147 billion. Salaries and…
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New Zealand Employment Sees Minimal Change in Q4 2025
Total filled jobs in New Zealand stood at 2.27 million in the December 2025 quarter. Seasonally adjusted figures showed a slight increase of 946 jobs compared to the September 2025 quarter, indicating a flat trend. For the full year ending…
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New Zealand Construction Industry Contributes Significantly to Economy
New Zealand's construction industry played a substantial role in the nation's economy, representing 7.8 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) for the year ended March 2024. This sector's contribution was the fourth highest among 16 surveyed industries. "New Zealand's…
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Police Justified in Use of Force During Tairāwhiti Arrest, IPCA Finds
Police have acknowledged and accepted a report from the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) that found officers were justified in using force when apprehending a man in Tairāwhiti. The incident occurred on December 14, 2024, after police received reports of…
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Four Youths Arrested After Auckland Superette Robbery Attempt
Police have arrested four youths following an attempted robbery at a central Auckland superette on Karangahape Road. The incident occurred just before 9pm when two males, their faces covered with balaclavas, entered the store. "These offenders entered the store, verbally…
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MetService Forecasts Low Confidence of Severe Gales for Southland
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Outlook indicating a low confidence of severe westerly gales affecting coastal Southland and Clutha on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This is due to a strong west to southwest flow covering the country. The confidence…
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FMA Proposes Expanded Sandbox for FinTech Innovation
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is set to discuss the future of its FinTech sandbox pilot at the upcoming FinTech Hui in Wellington. The FMA aims to broaden the sandbox's scope by introducing an on-ramp or restricted license for innovative…
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Body Recovered from Tāmaki River After Missing Person Search
Police have recovered a man’s body from the Tāmaki River in east Auckland. Search efforts had been underway through the week after the man was reported missing near Waipuna on March 6. Police responded to the area just before 6pm…
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Magnitude 5.2 Earthquake Strikes South of Kermadec Islands
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.2 struck south of the Kermadec Islands on March 11, 2026, at 06:26:42 UTC. The seismic event occurred at a depth of 31 kilometers. The epicenter was located at 33.677S latitude and 179.349W…
WorldDisastersEnvironment EarthquakeKermadec IslandsSeismologyUSGSPacific OceanNatural DisasterUSGS Earthquake Reports
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Police Seek Witnesses to Fatal Taupō Crash
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal crash on State Highway 5, Taupō, on Monday. The incident occurred around 2:10 am on March 9, when police were called to a single-vehicle crash. Sadly, one person was located…
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One Dead After E-Scooter Crash in Twizel
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash involving an e-scooter in Twizel on February 28. The individual succumbed to their injuries on March 10 while in hospital. The death has been referred to the Coroner.