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Diver And Boaties Rescued After Being Blown Out To Sea
Sunday, 8 March 2026, 5:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Launch Master Constable Nicko McGregor says the incident highlights the importance of preparation before going out on the water. More >>
Fatality Following Crash, Dome Valley
Saturday, 7 March 2026, 3:49 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can now confirm the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle involved in a crash in Dome Valley yesterday died at the scene. The single-vehicle crash was reported to emergency services about 6:45pm. The road reopened shortly after 9:15pm. More >>
Fatal Crash, Foxton Shannon Road
Saturday, 7 March 2026, 3:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died following an earlier crash on Foxton Shannon Road. Emergency services were called to the area around 9:40am to reports of a single motorcycle crash. Sadly, the rider died at the scene. The road has just reopened. More >>
Fatal Crash, Coast Road, Karitane
Saturday, 7 March 2026, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has died following the serious crash on Coast Road, Karitane, earlier today. Police were called to the scene about 9.25am. Sadly, one person died at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit has carried out an examination and the road will reopen ... More >>
SH1 Blocked Due To Serious Crash, Dome Valley - Waitematā
Friday, 6 March 2026, 8:07 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised that vehicles are being turned around, and travel should be delayed or alternative routes taken. More >>
Traffic Disruptions, SH3, Otorohanga - Waikato
Friday, 6 March 2026, 7:44 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are making enquiries into the remains, which may take some time. More >>
All Avenues Exhausted In Christchurch
Friday, 6 March 2026, 7:42 pm | New Zealand Police
One man, 56 years old, is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 25 March charged with driving with excess breath alcohol for the 3rd or subsequent time. More >>
Sky Tower In Blue To Honour Fallen Police Officers
Friday, 6 March 2026, 7:41 pm | New Zealand Police
Coincidentally, the tribute ends a week which started in New Zealand with a ceremony marking the 40th anniversary of Memorial Wall, which commemorates the now-34 of our colleagues slain on duty. More >>
Serious Crash, Melville - Waikato
Friday, 6 March 2026, 6:09 pm | New Zealand Police
Indications are that one person has been seriously injured. More >>
Arrest And Appeal Following Aggravated Robbery, Whanganui
Friday, 6 March 2026, 1:22 pm | New Zealand Police
It is alleged that the offenders entered the premises and stole a number of cigarettes and bottles of alcohol, before fleeing the scene on a quad bike. More >>
Attempted Ram Raid: Police Make Arrest And Recover Firearm
Friday, 6 March 2026, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Mid/Far North Area Prevention Manager, Senior Sergeant Clem Armstrong, says the vehicle allegedly reversed into the supermarket before one of the offenders exited the vehicle. More >>
Road Blocked, SH 1, North Of Levin - Central
Friday, 6 March 2026, 11:32 am | New Zealand Police
The road is blocked while emergency services work at the scene. More >>
Community Effort Brings One To Court, Fielding
Friday, 6 March 2026, 10:47 am | New Zealand Police
The 23-year-old man has been remanded in custody and is due to reappear in court at a later date. More >>
Police Round Up Shoplifting Trio
Friday, 6 March 2026, 10:28 am | New Zealand Police
Three men, aged 27, 28 and 33 are expected in the Auckland District Court today. More >>
Two Before The Courts, Drugs And Cash Located, Cromwell
Friday, 6 March 2026, 10:26 am | New Zealand Police
The 50-year-old man and woman are due to appear in Alexandra District Court on 12 March, charged with possessing cannabis for supply. More >>
Two Men Charged Following Ōtāhuhu Assault
Thursday, 5 March 2026, 4:47 pm | New Zealand Police
Police is aware of footage circulating on social media this week, showing the incident occurring on Great South Road. More >>
Update: Fatal Fire, Ōtāhuhu
Thursday, 5 March 2026, 4:44 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward, Counties Manukau West CIB says: “A scene examination has been carried out today alongside a fire investigator. More >>
No Need For Speed After Dangerous Driver Lands In Court
Thursday, 5 March 2026, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Police
Waitematā East Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant CJ Miles, says Police then spotted the vehicle travelling north on Wairau Road at about 1am this morning. More >>
Shenandoah Highway / SH65 Open, Tasman - Tasman
Thursday, 5 March 2026, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Police
Police thank motorists for their patience. More >>
Police RUN Recruitment Operation In Auckland
Thursday, 5 March 2026, 2:31 pm | New Zealand Police
Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers says at Round the Bays last year the Commissioner announced a new campus in Auckland offering senior courses and recruit wings. More >>
