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Lanes Blocked, SH2, Hawke’s Bay - Eastern
Friday, 17 April 2026, 10:13 am | New Zealand Police
The crash was reported to emergency services around 9.15am. More >>
Road Closed, Tennyson Street, Napier
Friday, 17 April 2026, 9:13 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists should avoid the area and expect lengthy delays. Road closures are in place and diversions are likely for much of the day. More >>
Update: Deaths Following Water-Related Incident, Kawerau
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 6:32 pm | New Zealand Police
The deaths have been referred to the Coroner. More >>
Name Release: Wairere Drive Double Fatal Crash
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 6:22 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash. More >>
Major Delays Following Two Crashes, Northland - Northland
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 4:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were then advised of a second crash on State Highway 14, Maunu involving two vehicles. More >>
Two Big Events, Christchurch Police's One Message
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 4:19 pm | New Zealand Police
People attending events are reminded to be respectful of others within the city, and any disorderly or unsafe behaviour will not be tolerated. More >>
Deaths Following Water-Related Incident, Kawerau
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to the scene about 11.30am after a report of a party becoming stuck under a bank. More >>
Hide And We'll Seek
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 2:36 pm | New Zealand Police
A 44-year-old man has been charged with four counts of burglary, three counts of unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, and driving while disqualified. More >>
Police Collar Alleged Fuel Thief
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 2:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Inquiries are ongoing to see if these two individuals are linked to other District wide offending. More >>
Road Blocked, Lincoln Street, Frankton - Waikato
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Lincoln Street is blocked following a crash this afternoon in Frankton, Hamilton. Police were called to the three-vehicle crash at the intersection with Rifle Range Road at around 1.30pm. There are no reported injuries. The road is blocked and motorists ... More >>
Search And Rescue Training Northland
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 12:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Sergeant Paul Overton, SAR Officer in charge, says the agencies taking part include Land Search and Rescue, Coastguard, AREC, Surf Life Saving, RedCross, and the Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand. More >>
Off-Duty Officers Swim Into Action
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 12:01 pm | New Zealand Police
Far North Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Richard Garton, says the 14-year-old girl was with her family when staff noticed she had been pulled out in a rip. More >>
Man Arrested Over Papatoetoe Graffiti
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 10:26 am | New Zealand Police
Inspector Christoffersen says Police is aware the incident has caused concern amongst communities. More >>
Road Closure: Gillies Avenue, Epsom
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 7:28 am | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to Gillies Avenue at around 5.05am after a vehicle struck a power pole. More >>
Appeal For Information Following Public Brawl, Whakatāne
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 7:03 pm | New Zealand Police
“Police are investigating and making enquiries into what exactly has occurred today and who was involved, and would like to hear from anyone who saw the fight,” Senior Sergeant Hay says. More >>
SH6 Now Open, Wakapuaka, Nelson - Tasman
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 7:01 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 6/Wakapuaka Road, Wakapuaka, Nelson, has now opened following a crash this afternoon. Police thank motorists for their patience as they worked at the scene. More >>
Rinse And Repeat: Serial Burglar Busted
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 4:01 pm | New Zealand Police
Counties Manukau Central Area Prevention Manager, Inspector MinHo Lee, says the offending followed the same pattern. More >>
State Highway 6 Closed, Wakapuaka, Nelson - Tasman
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 3:13 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 6 is closed in both directions and the Serious Crash Unit has been advised. More >>
Arrest Made Following Aggravated Robberies, Christchurch
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 2:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Police carried out a search warrant in the Hoon Hay area today and have arrested a young person in relation to the robberies. More >>
All Hands On Deck For Cyclone
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 1:51 pm | New Zealand Police
More than 500 homes in coastal areas of Hawke’s Bay were asked to evacuate. Mandatory orders were issued for the most at-risk coastal homes in Haumoana, driven by the growing threat of dangerous sea swells and destructive winds. More >>
