Tag: wairarapa
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Police Seize Assets from Wairarapa Drug Supplier
A long-running investigation has resulted in the seizure of assets from drug supplier Wayne Namana. Justice Dale La Hood granted a profit forfeiture order against Namana totalling $653,000, which police calculated as the unlawful benefit he received from his offending.…
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues Wayne NamanaAsset Recovery UnitWairarapaCriminal Proceeds (Recovery) Actdrug supplierprofit forfeitureorganized crimeNew Zealand Police
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 11:05am on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, indicates strong winds and heavy rain are expected to impact parts of New Zealand over the coming days. On Thursday, December 4, a large low east…
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Police Seek Paul Rimene on Arrest Warrant
New Zealand Police are seeking public assistance to locate Paul Rimene, who is wanted on a warrant for his arrest. Rimene is described as 176cm tall with a large build and heavy tattoos. Police indicate that Rimene has numerous gang…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Paul RimeneWellington DistrictWairarapaArrest WarrantCrime StoppersNew Zealand PoliceGang
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Man Dies After Water Incident at Riversdale Beach
A man in his 50s died after getting into trouble in the water at Riversdale Beach on Thursday afternoon. Police were called around 4 p.m. after the man was seen struggling. He was brought to shore, and CPR was administered.…
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Rainy End to the Week, Sunshine Expected on Sunday
New Zealand is set for a rainy end to the workweek, with a low-pressure centre bringing rain and showers to most regions. A Strong Wind Watch is in effect for Wellington and Wairarapa until 2pm today, with northwest winds potentially…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:56am on Thursday, November 13, 2025, indicates a low confidence of severe weather over the next few days. On Saturday, November 15, a front weakens as it moves east across the North…
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Fire and Emergency Warns of Increased Fire Risk Due to Strong Winds
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging people to delay any outdoor fires they have planned from this week through until the end of Labour Day. MetService issued strong wind warnings for much of the country on Tuesday, with further…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Snow Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:25 am on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, indicates a strong and unsettled westerly flow easing over New Zealand as a narrow ridge moves onshore from the Tasman Sea. There is moderate confidence…
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Man Arrested After Knife Incident at Masterton Police Station
A 49-year-old man was arrested in Masterton after an incident at the Masterton Police Station. The incident occurred around 11:37 am when the man entered the station and presented a knife at a staff member at the front counter. Inspector…
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Man Arrested After Baby Critically Injured in Wairarapa
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Hawke’s Bay and charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and contravening a protection order, following an incident in Wairarapa in July where a baby was critically injured. The baby…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues WairarapaMasterton HospitalStarship HospitalHawke’s BayHastings District CourtChild abuseCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Wairarapa Police Target Illegal Hunting
Masterton Police are cracking down on unlawful hunting in the Wairarapa region, with several individuals facing charges related to illegal poaching. A 50-year-old man is due to appear in the Masterton District Court on August 4, facing charges of unlawful…
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Hiker Injured in Tararua Ranges, Police Urge Winter Preparedness
Wairarapa Police are urging hikers to be well-prepared for all weather conditions as winter approaches, following an incident in the Tararua Ranges last week. A woman sustained a fractured ankle after a fall an hour from "the Pines". Fortunately, she…
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Arrest Made in Masterton Arson Investigation
A 44-year-old man has been arrested in Masterton in connection with seven suspicious fires that occurred on February 22, targeting six churches and a local business. The Wairarapa Police executed a search warrant at a Masterton address, leading to the…
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New Zealand Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 11:04am on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, indicates a potential for heavy rainfall and severe gales across parts of New Zealand from Friday, May 16, through Sunday, May 18, 2025. While a ridge…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Southern Wairarapa
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 9:51 am on Friday, May 2, 2025, for southern Wairarapa due to heavy rain. A deep low-pressure system is moving east, bringing heavy rain to central New Zealand. The heavy…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales Hit New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 8:17pm on Thursday, May 1, 2025, for parts of New Zealand, with heavy rain and severe gales expected to impact central regions. A deep low-pressure system is responsible for the…
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Wairarapa Police Crackdown: Operation Kereru Nets Infringements and Vehicle Seizures
Operation Kereru, conducted by Wairarapa Police, successfully disrupted an anti-social road user event, resulting in multiple infringements and vehicle seizures. The operation involved an increased police presence and a zero-tolerance approach to unlawful road user activity. Over 50 infringements were…
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