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Crash Closes Wansbeck Street, Oamaru
Sunday, 27 September 2026, 3:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Wansbeck Street, Oamaru is closed at the intersection with Awamoa Road following a crash. Emergency services were called to the crash involving a car and a motorbike just before 2pm. The motorbike rider has sustained serious injuries. Motorists are ... More >>
Serious Crash, Massey
Sunday, 27 September 2026, 12:53 pm | New Zealand Police
Red Hills Road in Massey is blocked as Police are responding to a serious, two-car crash. The incident was reported around 11.30am. The Serious Crash Unit have been advised. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and follow directions from traffic ... More >>
Lanes Blocked, SH1, Horsham Downs
Saturday, 26 September 2026, 1:50 pm | New Zealand Police
Lanes on State Highway 1 northbound near Horsham Downs are blocked following a motorcycle crash. The incident was reported around 12.15pm. One person is injured and emergency services are on scene. Motorists are advised to delay travel. More >>
Waikato Expressway Now Open, Whangamarino
Saturday, 26 September 2026, 1:49 pm | New Zealand Police
The Waikato Expressway near Whangamarino, between the Rodda Road on-ramp and the Hampton Downs off-ramp, has now reopened after the earlier serious crash. Police thank motorists for their patience. More >>
Police Throw The Book At New Gang Chapters In Ōpōtiki
Friday, 25 September 2026, 4:49 pm | New Zealand Police
During the search warrants, Police focused on a core group of youth and young people alleged to be attempting to establish new chapters of gangs within Ōpōtiki. More >>
New Area Commander For Aoraki
Friday, 25 September 2026, 4:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Scoles is a fantastic addition to Canterbury Police, and I look forward to him getting underway and building connections with our Aoraki community. More >>
Ice Warning, Napier - Taupō Road
Friday, 25 September 2026, 4:01 pm | New Zealand Police
No injuries have been reported but weather conditions in the area are very cold and the roads are icy. More >>
Charges Laid Following Fraud Investigation
Friday, 25 September 2026, 3:23 pm | New Zealand Police
An investigation commenced in 2025 after it was alleged an employee had misused a company’s internal systems to dishonestly obtain goods. More >>
Crash, State Highway 2, Maramarua
Friday, 25 September 2026, 7:54 am | New Zealand Police
The crash happened about 6.55am, near the intersection of Kopuku Road. More >>
Fatal Crash, Arapaepae South Rd, SH 57, Levin
Friday, 25 September 2026, 7:07 am | New Zealand Police
The collision, involving a truck and car, was reported about 6.50am on Thursday and happened between Tararua Road and Meadowvale Road. More >>
Man Arrested Following Election Hoardings Damage
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 6:22 pm | New Zealand Police
Police hope these arrests send a strong message that anyone who choses to cause this type of damage will face the consequences. More >>
Serious Crash Blocks SH 1, Ōtaki
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 5:08 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to expect delays. More >>
Trans-Tasman Week Of Action Results In Arrests And Drug Seizures
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 3:32 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Inspector Tom Gollan says the operation focused on targeting organised crime groups involved in importation, production and distribution of illicit drugs. More >>
Fatal Crash, Alexandra
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 1:35 pm | New Zealand Police
The pedestrian was transported to hospital and sadly passed away in hospital on Sunday 20 September. More >>
Police Make Arrest In Blockhouse Bay Homicide Investigation
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 11:56 am | New Zealand Police
Police acknowledge those that have provided information to date. More >>
Name Release: Unexplained Death, Waiomio
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 11:36 am | New Zealand Police
Police have been working to establish the full circumstances of what has occurred. More >>
Road Reopened: Herne Bay
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 9:40 am | New Zealand Police
One person has been transported to hospital in a critical condition and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. More >>
Ice: State Highway 2, Bartletts, Gisborne
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 8:13 am | New Zealand Police
No injuries have been reported, but motorists are urged to drive with care. More >>
Serious Crash, Arapaepae South Rd, SH 57, Levin
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 7:23 am | New Zealand Police
The Serious Crash Unit will be carrying out a scene examination and the road is expected to be closed for several hours. More >>
Serious Crash: Herne Bay
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 7:04 am | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to West End Road at 6.25am, following reports of a crash involving a vehicle and a cyclist. More >>
