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Saturday Update - Fatal House Fire, Mairehau
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 7:02 pm | New Zealand Police
While the fire is not believed suspicious, it is too early to comment on the direct cause of the fire this early in the investigation. More >>
Update 4: Fatal House Fire, Mairehau, Christchurch
Friday, 15 May 2026, 6:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Enquiries are ongoing. More >>
Suspicions Spark Cannabis Bust
Friday, 15 May 2026, 6:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Police continue to encourage people reporting suspicious activity in their communities by calling 111, or reporting information through 105 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. More >>
Update 3: Fatal House Fire, Mairehau, Christchurch
Friday, 15 May 2026, 6:27 pm | New Zealand Police
This is a heartbreaking tragedy for the whānau, and Police extend our deepest sympathies as they navigate this devastating time. More >>
Fatal Crash, SH 1 / Main South Road, Selwyn
Friday, 15 May 2026, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Ambulance services were called for four injured people that were involved in the crash. More >>
Fatality Following House Fire, Chartwell
Friday, 15 May 2026, 4:26 pm | New Zealand Police
Two people were taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation in a critical condition. One has now sadly died in hospital. More >>
Serious Crash, Killarney Street, Hamilton - Waikato
Friday, 15 May 2026, 4:25 pm | New Zealand Police
Killarney Road and Ellis Street are cordoned off at this time for emergency services. More >>
Burnout Backfires On Northland Driver
Friday, 15 May 2026, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Police
Sergeant Parker says the incident serves as a reminder that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated. More >>
Offender In Hot Water Over Stolen Equipment
Friday, 15 May 2026, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Nelson, from Counties Manukau South CIB, says Police suspected stolen property from a recent burglary was being stored. More >>
Serious Crash, SH 1 / Main South Road, Selwyn - Canterbury
Friday, 15 May 2026, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Main South Road around the area is blocked and will be for a significant period of time. More >>
Hide And Seek Ends With Dirt Bikes Seized
Friday, 15 May 2026, 1:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Simon Cornish, of Counties Manukau East Police, says as the bikes were allegedly gathering at the intersection of Springs Road and Smales Road and have attempted to block the road. More >>
Hamilton Police Charge Man After 125 Packages Of Synthetic Drugs Seized
Friday, 15 May 2026, 12:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Our Prevention teams recently executed a warrant at a Hamilton property, locating 125 individually packaged quantities of synthetic drugs, with an estimated street value of approximately $2,500. More >>
Arrest Made In Relation To Taharepa Road Crash, Taupo
Friday, 15 May 2026, 12:14 pm | New Zealand Police
The person hit sustained injuries and required treatment at hospital. More >>
Update: Fatal House Fire, Mairehau
Friday, 15 May 2026, 11:19 am | New Zealand Police
The cause of the fire is still to be determined, but it is not believed to be suspicious. More >>
Delays Expected Following Crash, Pakuranga - Counties Manukau
Friday, 15 May 2026, 10:49 am | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were notified of the crash between a vehicle and motorbike at about 10.15am. More >>
Man To Appear In Court
Friday, 15 May 2026, 9:23 am | New Zealand Police
A 28-year-old man is before the courts after methamphetamine and ammunition were located in the man's vehicle by a Whanganui officer. More >>
Young Voices Lead The Way At 2026 Race Unity Speech Awards
Friday, 15 May 2026, 7:55 am | New Zealand Police
A Year 13 student, Amanjot stood out for his compelling speech “A Courtroom of Life”, which explored the concept of a courtroom and delivered a strong message that challenged listeners to reflect on their own biases and assumptions. More >>
Arrests Made Following Flee Across Tauranga
Thursday, 14 May 2026, 8:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Enquiries into the incident are ongoing, and Police are appealing for information from anyone who witnessed this event, or anybody with information that could assist our enquiries. More >>
Fleeing Suspect Cornered On Church Roof By Police, Dogs, And A Drone
Thursday, 14 May 2026, 2:54 pm | New Zealand Police
A 33-year-old Kāpiti man will appear in the Porirua District Court today facing a number of charges. More >>
Police Put The Brakes On Late-Night Car Thieves
Thursday, 14 May 2026, 9:09 am | New Zealand Police
At around 2.35am, three males entered a Great North Road, Waterview property and broke into a vehicle. More >>
