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Name Release: Fatal Fire, Henderson
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Police
He was Kenneth John McDougall, 72, of Auckland. More >>
'Fantastic' Work Leads To Safe Rescue
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were alerted to a person in the water about 10.40pm. As they responded, officers grabbed life rings and found the man struggling to stay afloat. More >>
Dangerous Driving Ends In Custody
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 2:26 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Inspector Dave Readings, Tāmaki Makaurau Shift Commander, says around 2.15am Police were notified of a stolen vehicle traveling in the Takanini area. More >>
Thieves Caught Copper Handed
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 2:25 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Tony Ngau Chun, Auckland City East Area Response Manager, says at about 3.45pm two men were seen inside an abandoned house on Nissan Place. More >>
Update: Crash, SH25, Pukepoto
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 12:57 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to the scene about 9.05am. Cordons were put in place while the driver was extracted. He has been taken to hospital in a moderate condition. More >>
In The Market For Charges
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Police
The seller had allegedly pocketed more than $13,700 after taking payments for goods including electronics, fishing reels, sports merchandise, music equipment, Lego, and Pokémon cards. More >>
Fatal Crash, Te Puke
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 9:00 am | New Zealand Police
The crash involved a pedestrian and took place on Te Puke Highway (near Manoeka Road) at about 9pm. More >>
Road Blocked, The Coastal Highway/SH60, Appleby
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Police
The highway is expected to remain blocked for some time while the vehicles are being removed. More >>
Te Pae Oranga Launch Celebrated In Te Tai Poutini
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 2:45 pm | New Zealand Police
A celebration hosted by Te Tai Poutini Polytechnic to welcome Te Pae Oranga was attended by iwi representatives, community leaders, Poutini Waiora and Police today. More >>
The Missing Piece: Police Seek Stolen Sculpture
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 1:43 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Charmaine Smith, Whangārei Area Response Manager, says the offender left the scene on a bike and the sculpture has not yet been located. More >>
Name Release: Critical Incident, Manurewa
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 1:06 pm | New Zealand Police
Police extend our condolences to Monique's loved ones during this difficult time. More >>
Murder Charges Laid Following Wattle Downs Double Homicide
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 12:54 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to a Gambare Place address at about 1.45pm following a report of a person armed with a handgun at the property and a woman injured. More >>
Rescue At The Rising River
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 8:11 am | New Zealand Police
Detective Sergeant Paul Overton, Northland Police Search and Rescue lead, says the woman's partner had safely made the trek across earlier, but the water was now too high and she was stuck between two bodies of water. More >>
Waipawa Bridge Open, State Highway 2, Waipawa
Monday, 31 August 2026, 7:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to thank motorists for their patience. More >>
Update: Broadlands Road Re-open Following Fire, Tauhara
Monday, 31 August 2026, 6:44 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to thank the public for their patience. More >>
Motorists Urged To Take Care Following High Winds, Central Hawke's Bay
Monday, 31 August 2026, 5:20 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are currently in attendance at a two-vehicle crash on the Waipawa Bridge, Waipawa, where a caravan has blown over and hit a car. More >>
Waipawa Bridge Blocked, State Highway 2, Waipawa
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:48 pm | New Zealand Police
The bridge is closed in both directions and is expected to remain closed for some time. More >>
Update: Broadlands Road Closed Due To Fire, Tauhara
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:09 pm | New Zealand Police
The closed road will facilitate safe points for emergency services to work from and traffic management is in place. More >>
Fire Near Broadlands Road, Tauhara
Monday, 31 August 2026, 3:40 pm | New Zealand Police
Please delay travel or to stay clear of Broadlands Road to East Taupo Arterial / State Highway 1. More >>
Three Charged Following Road Rage Incident, Manukau
Monday, 31 August 2026, 2:39 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers, Counties Manukau CIB, says the confrontation on Ronwood Avenue has occurred after an initial altercation in a nearby carpark moments earlier. More >>
