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Beacon Of Hope: PLB Credited In Taranaki Maunga Rescue
Sunday, 28 June 2026, 7:59 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are encouraging anyone heading into alpine or remote areas to plan carefully and carry appropriate emergency equipment, including a PLB. More >>
Arrest Made After Serious Assaults, Nawton
Sunday, 28 June 2026, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Police
One man is in custody after an assault last night in Nawton that left two people seriously injured. Police were called about 10pm to Avalon Drive after a report of people fighting at a service station. When emergency services arrived, two people ... More >>
Police Urge Caution Following Multiple Potential Overdoses
Saturday, 27 June 2026, 3:26 pm | New Zealand Police
An investigation is underway and Police are treating the matter as a priority given the risk to the public. More >>
Crash, Ōtāhuhu - Counties Manukau
Friday, 26 June 2026, 7:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Māngere Road is blocked following a crash in Ōtāhuhu this evening. Emergency services were called to the crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian about 5.50pm. One person has received critical injuries and has been transported to hospital. The ... More >>
Two Men Face Drug Charges Following Wairoa Search Warrants
Friday, 26 June 2026, 2:31 pm | New Zealand Police
Police located a quantity of methamphetamine, cocaine and cannabis. A further search has located ammunition and a large amount of cash. More >>
Witnesses Sought Following Fatal Crash
Friday, 26 June 2026, 2:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Wayne Gear says the Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. More >>
Motorists Urged To Take Extra Caution On State Highway 2, Wellington - Wellington
Friday, 26 June 2026, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Police
SH2 is impacted both directions by flooding and rockfall, between Ngauranga and Aotea Quay southbound, and just before Petone northbound. More >>
Crash Cleared, Takanini - Counties Manukau
Friday, 26 June 2026, 2:11 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding while the scene was cleared. More >>
Delays Expected Following Crash, Takanini - Counties Manukau
Friday, 26 June 2026, 1:39 pm | New Zealand Police
Police received a report of a single vehicle crash on the Southern Motorway near the Takanini on-ramp at about 12.50pm. More >>
Fatal Crash: Westland
Friday, 26 June 2026, 12:46 pm | New Zealand Police
The single vehicle crash on State Highway 6 just north of Kumara was reported at around 5:30am. More >>
Fleeing Driver To Front Court
Friday, 26 June 2026, 12:23 pm | New Zealand Police
At about 1.30am this morning, officers noticed a Mazda Axela travelling on Victoria Street West with no lights on. More >>
Lower North Island Weather Prompts Police Reminder - Central
Friday, 26 June 2026, 12:05 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Mark Oliver says Police has been made aware of power lines down, debris on the roads, and some surface flooding, particularly across the Hutt Valley and in Taranaki. More >>
Fatal Crash, Whatawhata
Friday, 26 June 2026, 10:34 am | New Zealand Police
The crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on State Highway 39 was reported at around 6:40am. More >>
Crash Blocking State Highway 6/Taramakau Highway, Westland
Friday, 26 June 2026, 7:24 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. More >>
State Highway 39 Closed South Of Whatawhata Following Crash
Friday, 26 June 2026, 7:19 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. More >>
Missing Girl Located
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 2:11 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can advise that the 13-year-old girl, reported missing on Wednesday afternoon, has been located. She is safe. Police thank the public for sharing our earlier appeal. More >>
Dirt Bike Seized Following Dangerous Riding Complaints
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 1:18 pm | New Zealand Police
A 13-year-old was spoken to and has been referred to Youth Aid in relation to dangerous driving. More >>
Man Charged Over Alleged Indecent Assaults
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 10:24 am | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting, Waitematā West Area Investigations Manager, says a male aged in his 40s has been charged with two counts of indecent assault. More >>
Road Blocked, Kiddle Drive, Taupō - Bay Of Plenty
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 4:58 pm | New Zealand Police
One person sustained serious injuries and ambulance services are on scene. More >>
Diversions Lifted, Grafton - Auckland City
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 3:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Police acknowledge motorists' cooperation following the incident earlier this afternoon. More >>
