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Two Youths Arrested For Serious Assault In Invercargill
Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 4:58 pm | New Zealand Police
Both youths have been charged with aggravated robbery, indecent assault, kidnapping, and wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. More >>
Lane Closed: Balmoral Road
Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 4:01 pm | New Zealand Police
The fire was reported to emergency services at around 3.10pm, and there were no reports of injury. More >>
Ewe Drink, Ewe Don’t Drive
Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Police
On Friday 2 October, Police conducted a large checkpoint on Centennial Avenue, where approximately 800 drivers were breath tested. One driver returned a breath alcohol result of 366mcg. More >>
Waiheke Island Death Has ‘Suspicious’ Circumstances
Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 1:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend, Auckland Central Area Investigations Manager, says the circumstances around the 32-year-old’s death are suspicious. More >>
Crash: Taylorville-Blackball Road, Taylorville
Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 8:28 am | New Zealand Police
The crash was reported about 5.20am, at the intersection of Taylorville Road and Taylorville-Blackball Road. More >>
Operation Hark: Re-Investigation Phase Nearing Completion
Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 8:27 am | New Zealand Police
More than 45 senior and experienced specialist investigators from across New Zealand were assembled to prioritise these cases. More >>
Body Recovered In Water, North Of Whakatāne
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 7:53 pm | New Zealand Police
The IPCA have been notified, as is standard procedure. More >>
Serious Crash: Flat Bush
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 4:11 pm | New Zealand Police
Murphys Road is closed between Flat Bush School Road and Redoubt Road. More >>
Name Release: Fatal Crash, Tauranga
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 1:54 pm | New Zealand Police
Police extend our deepest condolences to their whānau and friends during this incredibly difficult time. More >>
Road Reopened, Newmarket
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Police
The gas leak has been contained and there is no risk to the public. More >>
One To Appear In Court And Search Continues In Ōpotiki
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 12:59 pm | New Zealand Police
The 33-year-old man is due to appear in Gisborne District Court today, facing multiple charges including driving in a dangerous manner and failing to stop when followed with red and blue flashing lights. More >>
Road Closed: Khyber Pass, Newmarket
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 10:38 am | New Zealand Police
Khyber Pass has been closed between Crowhurst Street and Broadway, with nearby buildings evacuated as a precaution. More >>
Charges Laid Following Glendene Incident
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 10:11 am | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Adam Lough, Waitematā West Area Investigations Manager, says upon Police arrival two people were located with injuries consistent with knife wounds. More >>
State Highway 2, West Taratahi Reopened
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 8:59 am | New Zealand Police
No injuries to motorists have been reported at this time. There are some reports of injuries to livestock. More >>
State Highway 2, West Taratahi Closed
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 8:39 am | New Zealand Police
No injuries to motorists have been reported at this time. There are some reports of injuries to livestock. More >>
Police Seek Information About A Paintball Shooting In Central Wellington
Monday, 5 October 2026, 5:28 pm | New Zealand Police
While a person has been charged in relation to this incident, Police are keen to speak with the two people. More >>
Not So Smooth Criminals Facing Court
Monday, 5 October 2026, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Veronica McPherson, Counties Manukau CIB, says the group climbed over the counter where they took the till and a number of other items. More >>
Serious Crash: Dairy Flat Highway
Monday, 5 October 2026, 3:09 pm | New Zealand Police
The road is closed between Postman Road and Horseshoe Bush Road, and diversions are in place. More >>
Update - Renewed Appeal For Pair Missing In Ōpōtiki
Monday, 5 October 2026, 2:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Phil Gillbanks said Police can now confirm the missing pair are an adult male and an adult female, rather than two males as initially believed. More >>
Fatal Crash, SH2, Tauranga
Monday, 5 October 2026, 2:22 pm | New Zealand Police
About 11.15am Police were called to a single vehicle crash involving a motorbike on Takitimu Drive. More >>
