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Appeal For Information Following Copper Theft, Marton
Saturday, 31 October 2026, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Police
It is going to cost approximately $500,000 to replace what was stolen - thefts of this nature are extremely inconvenient for not just the power companies, but also the residents affected by the inevitable power outages. More >>
Police Acknowledge Serious Fraud Prosecution
Saturday, 31 October 2026, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Police
This was sophisticated and serious fraud offending involving the dishonest access and misuse of personal information, forgery and impersonation. More >>
Police Welcome Sentencing Of Wairarapa Drug Kingpin
Saturday, 31 October 2026, 2:48 pm | New Zealand Police
During a series of search warrants into Flutey and his associates, nearly $200,000 worth of assets, including drugs, a classic car, motorbikes, jetskis and cash were seized. More >>
Fatal Crash, Kawarau Gorge
Friday, 30 October 2026, 6:16 pm | New Zealand Police
The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and the road remains closed while emergency services work at the scene. More >>
Three Arrested And Police Appeal For Information Following Assault, Central Otago
Friday, 30 October 2026, 6:09 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are now appealing for anyone with information regarding the assault to contact us. More >>
All Lanes Now Open, Auckland Harbour Bridge
Friday, 30 October 2026, 6:01 pm | New Zealand Police
Police thank the public for their patience while emergency services worked at the scene. More >>
Arrests And Illicit Firearms Seized In Australasian Crackdown
Friday, 30 October 2026, 4:36 pm | New Zealand Police
Thousands of firearm parts and 3D printed firearm parts were also seized as part of enforcement activity. More >>
Dargaville Homicide: Investigation Continues
Friday, 30 October 2026, 4:24 pm | New Zealand Police
Operation Trailside was launched on 7 October after the body of Garry Hazelton was found at his home on Hoeroa Street, Dargaville. More >>
Quarter-Tonne Cocaine Importation Seized Following Investigation
Friday, 30 October 2026, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Police
It is the second large seizure of cocaine in Auckland this week, weighing in at 250 kilograms. More >>
Auckland Harbour Bridge Crash Causing Delays
Friday, 30 October 2026, 4:11 pm | New Zealand Police
The crash, involving three vehicles, was reported to Police just after 3.30pm. More >>
Teen Biker Learns Dogged Persistence Beats Cat-And-Mouse Game
Friday, 30 October 2026, 4:01 pm | New Zealand Police
Constable Brendan Munster and his dog Clay, who only graduated last week, were conducting routine patrols around St Luke’s and Sandringham at about 4.30pm yesterday when the 17-year-old biker captured their attention. More >>
Kawerau Gorge Road Crash
Friday, 30 October 2026, 3:34 pm | New Zealand Police
The two-vehicle crash, called in about 3:10pm, happened on the highway just east of the intersection with Cardona-Roaring Meg Pack Track. More >>
SH3 / Mokau Road Closed Due To Crash
Friday, 30 October 2026, 2:59 pm | New Zealand Police
The single-vehicle crash happened about 2:10pm and indications are one person is injured. More >>
Rugby League World Cup: Back Your Team, Play By The Rules
Friday, 30 October 2026, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Police
Superintendent Riki Whiu, Director – Auckland Partnerships says while the majority of supporters are enthusiastic and respectful, some fans need a refresher on the rules. More >>
Road Blocked, SH1/Tirau Road, Karapiro, Waipā
Friday, 30 October 2026, 2:23 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to the two-vehicle crash, between Moana Roa Road and Fergusson Gully Road, around 1.40pm. More >>
SH3 Intersection In Te Kūiti Blocked Due To Tree Fall
Friday, 30 October 2026, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services are working to clear the blockage. More >>
A Dead Settee Giveaway
Friday, 30 October 2026, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Furniture believed to be stolen from the property was located inside the vehicle and on its roof. The two occupants were arrested. More >>
Lewis Pass Reopened
Friday, 30 October 2026, 11:59 am | New Zealand Police
Police advise motorists to drive to the conditions More >>
Lewis Pass Closed, Canterbury
Friday, 30 October 2026, 11:34 am | New Zealand Police
Police advise those in the area to expect delays and motorists should either take alternative routes or delay travel. More >>
Rakaia Highway Open, South Of Rakaia
Thursday, 29 October 2026, 7:46 pm | New Zealand Police
Rakaia Highway is now open following the two-vehicle crash earlier this afternoon, near the intersection of Chertsey Line Road. Police thank the public for the patience during this time. More >>
