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Train Barriers Blocking Aotea Quay - Wellington

Friday, 5 June 2026, 8:54 pm | New Zealand Police

The train barriers on Aotea Quay outside the stadium and port have blocked the road. An unknown issue has caused the barriers to come down and efforts to put the barriers up have been unsuccessful. Motorists should avoid the area as the blockage is cleared. More >>

Paremata Road Blocked, Porirua - Wellington

Friday, 5 June 2026, 5:53 pm | New Zealand Police

State Highway 58 / Paremata Road near Porirua is blocked in both directions following a two-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to emergency services around 5.05pm. Two people are injured, one in a serious condition and the other moderate. The Serious ... More >>

Wheely Good Result For Dargaville Legend

Friday, 5 June 2026, 5:02 pm | New Zealand Police

Dominic is also a familiar figure locally, volunteering his time with the Western Sharks Rugby Club and supporting Kaihu’s B team, often seen on the sidelines rain, hail or shine. More >>

Operation Shelby: Police Seize Millions In Property, Vehicles And Cash

Friday, 5 June 2026, 3:49 pm | New Zealand Police

Over the past 10 days, Police have undertaken two further search warrants and restrained in total four properties, 27 vehicles including jet skis, motorbikes and a caravan, and over $100,000 cash. More >>

Wellington Urban Motorway Blocked Following Crash - Wellington

Friday, 5 June 2026, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Police

The single vehicle crash near the Aotea Quay off-ramp was reported just before 2:10pm. More >>

Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Police Dog

Friday, 5 June 2026, 2:27 pm | New Zealand Police

Auckland City West Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Guy Baldwin, says officers, including a dog unit, arrived quickly onto Great North Road and subsequently located the man in a nearby swamp. More >>

The New Start Line

Friday, 5 June 2026, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Police

Jubilation, pride and family were to the forefront of the most recent graduation, which saw 67 new constables ready to step into their districts on 1 June and continue their learning on the frontline. More >>

Road Closed, SH1 Near Alabama Road, Blenheim

Friday, 5 June 2026, 7:33 am | New Zealand Police

Motorists should avoid the area, or expect delays. More >>

Youths Charged After Alleged Stolen Car Lit On Fire, Winton

Friday, 5 June 2026, 7:18 am | New Zealand Police

The two youths have been bailed, and are due to appear in Invercargill Youth Court at a later date. More >>

Road Closed, SH1, Te Hana - Waitematā

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 7:12 pm | New Zealand Police

State Highway 1 is closed near Te Hana Reserve after a building fire this evening in Te Hana. Police were called to the fire at 5.50pm. The road is closed between Coronation Street and Whakapirau Road, and motorists will be diverted through Mangawhai. ... More >>

Road Closed, Aporo Road, Ruby Bay - Tasman

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 4:11 pm | New Zealand Police

Aporo Road is closed after a single vehicle crash in Ruby Bay this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the crash around 2.45pm. One person is in a serious condition. The road is closed between Marriages Road and Stafford Road. Motorists are advised ... More >>

Waikato Expressway Blocked Following Crash, Huntly - Waikato

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Police

Waikato Expressway is currently blocked in Huntly following a crash. The two-vehicle crash near the Gordonton Road on-ramp was reported just after 2pm. No injuries have been reported. The road is currently blocked northbound, motorists are advised to ... More >>

New Era For Police In Taradale

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 2:14 pm | New Zealand Police

The opening ceremony was led by Police Commissioner Richard Chambers with Minister of Police Mark Mitchell cutting the ribbon to show the building is officially open and ready for use. More >>

Centennial Highway Re-opens Following Crash - Wellington

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 1:17 pm | New Zealand Police

Police wish to thank motorists for their patience while the road was blocked. More >>

Violent Assault Sees Man Facing Court

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 12:31 pm | New Zealand Police

Senior Sergeant Richardson is pleased the alleged offender will now face court and acknowledges the assistance of members of the public in the area at the time. More >>

Centennial Highway Blocked Northbound, Johnsonville - Wellington

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 12:00 pm | New Zealand Police

The road is expected to be closed for some time. More >>

Arrest After Electoral Office Fire

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 11:07 am | New Zealand Police

A 24-year-old man will appear in the Manukau District Court today charged with arson. More >>

Appeal For Information Following Stolen Cabin, Hastings

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 11:05 am | New Zealand Police

Police are wanting to speak with anyone who witnessed any suspicious behaviour or who has seen this cabin either last night or today. More >>

Police Acknowledge IPCA’s Findings Into Police Actions During Fatal Pursuit In Rotorua

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 10:21 am | New Zealand Police

The authority found that the officers were justified in initiating the pursuit based on the circumstances and information they had at the time. More >>

Far North Homicide: Police Seeking Mountain Bike

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 9:41 am | New Zealand Police

Operation Peony is investigating the alleged murder of 76-year-old Tārati (Dorothy) Buckley. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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