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Find Three, Get Another One Free
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 2:36 pm | New Zealand Police
Waitematā East Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant CJ Miles, says three men entered the supermarket and began a coordinated effort at taking items of interest. More >>
Road Blocked, Collinge Road, Hastings - Eastern
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 1:43 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has been transported to hospital in serious condition. The Serious Crash Unit have been advised, and the road is expected to be closed for some time while Emergency Services work at the scene. More >>
Police Nab Alleged Fuel Thief In Southland
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 11:22 am | New Zealand Police
Police remind individuals and businesses that have fuel on their properties to make sure they are secured. More >>
Snapped: Burglar Busted On Camera
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 10:43 am | New Zealand Police
Whangārei Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Rene Rakete says a man was allegedly removing items off a trailer parked in the yard. More >>
Five Retailers Facing Prosecution For Selling Nangs
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 9:09 am | New Zealand Police
It’s great that we are holding retailers to account for breaking the law, and at the same time it’s really disappointing and frustrating that we are doing so after having engaged with them to ensure they understood the law. More >>
Two Arrested Following Attempted Aggravated Robbery, Christchurch
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 8:46 am | New Zealand Police
Thankfully, the victim was able to escape without injury, and the offenders fled with a group of other people in two vehicles – which were reported to be stolen. More >>
Update: Mangamuka Gorge, SH1 Partially Reopened - Northland
Monday, 20 April 2026, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Police
Mangamuka Gorge, State Highway 1 has partially reopened following a single vehicle crash this morning. One lane has now opened, with traffic management in place for both northbound and southbound traffic. While traffic is moving, motorists can expect ... More >>
Continued Appeal As Further Charges Laid Against Man For Alleged Sexual Offences
Monday, 20 April 2026, 3:17 pm | New Zealand Police
Police has a number of officers and detectives dedicated to these cases and we provide a safe space to report offending in confidence. More >>
Fleeing Drivers Fail To Shake Police
Monday, 20 April 2026, 2:13 pm | New Zealand Police
A 21-year-old man will appear in Manukau District Court on Thursday charged with failing to stop, possession of cannabis and being an unlicenced driver failing to comply with prohibition. More >>
Road Closed: Mangamuka Gorge, State Highway 1
Monday, 20 April 2026, 1:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to Mangamuka at 9am following reports a truck had rolled. The driver and sole occupant was uninjured. More >>
Search Under Way For Karori Man
Monday, 20 April 2026, 1:40 pm | New Zealand Police
A search and rescue operation has been launched in Karori this morning, after a man was reported as unaccounted for following the severe weather. More >>
Arrests Made Following Aggravated Robbery, Frankton
Monday, 20 April 2026, 12:18 pm | New Zealand Police
Police continue to make enquiries to locate the remaining offenders and anyone with information on the incident or who was involved, is urged to come forward. More >>
Smile Burglars, You’re On Camera
Monday, 20 April 2026, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Inspector Salter says the man was taken into custody and enquiries are continuing. More >>
Update: Hastings Homicide Investigation
Monday, 20 April 2026, 9:46 am | New Zealand Police
One person was located deceased and two people subsequently passed away after being transported to hospital. More >>
Wellington Roads Affected By Heavy Rain Overnight - Wellington
Monday, 20 April 2026, 7:13 am | New Zealand Police
There is flooding in Adelaide Road and around the Basin Reserve, and the Mt Victoria tunnel is currently closed. More >>
Road Closed, SH35, Whangara - Eastern
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 7:12 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 35 is closed following a serious crash this evening in Whangara. Emergency services were called to a two vehicle crash at the intersection of SH35 and Glenroy Road at around 6.05pm. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. The ... More >>
Police Urge Caution On Roads In Wet Weather, Waikato - Waikato
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 5:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists in Waikato are advised to take care on the roads with heavy rainfall and multiple road closures. Police are urging motorists to delay travel – where this is not possible, make sure to drive to the conditions, slow down and avoid entering ... More >>
Homicide Investigation Launched After Three Deaths, Hastings
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Police
A homicide investigation has been launched, and a scene examination will take place at the property today. More >>
Fatal House Fire, Napier
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 3:43 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has been located deceased following a house fire in Napier. Emergency services were called to Main North Road, Bay View, around 5am today. Enquiries into the circumstances of the fire are ongoing, and the formal identification process ... More >>
Overdue Kayakers Rescued After Stanmore Bay Trip
Saturday, 18 April 2026, 4:56 pm | New Zealand Police
Police encourage anyone heading out on the water to check the forecast, plan conservatively and ensure they have appropriate safety equipment before setting out. More >>
