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State Highway 2 Closed East Of Wairoa - Eastern
Monday, 18 May 2026, 6:29 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 2, Wairoa is closed between Ohuia Road and Iwitea Road following a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported to emergency services just before 5:30pm. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to ... More >>
Police Welcome Verdict In Murder Trial For The Death Of Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming
Monday, 18 May 2026, 5:33 pm | New Zealand Police
The events that night will never leave us, but also, they will never overshadow the wonderful memories Lyn gave us. More >>
Smile, You’re On Camera
Monday, 18 May 2026, 2:11 pm | New Zealand Police
Sergeant Craig Curnow, Whangārei Police, says a security camera gave Police a real-time look at a recent burglary in progress and helped them to arrest four people. More >>
Lights Off Lands Driver In Court
Monday, 18 May 2026, 2:01 pm | New Zealand Police
Auckland Motorways Manager, Senior Sergeant Bill Russell says instead of pulling over, the driver allegedly turned their lights off and fled, exiting at Coronation Road, Favona. More >>
SH1, Randwick Pack Cleared Following Crash - Counties Manukau
Monday, 18 May 2026, 8:32 am | New Zealand Police
Police would like to thank motorists for their patience while the scene was cleared. More >>
Unexplained Death, Waimamaku
Monday, 18 May 2026, 7:38 am | New Zealand Police
Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the area who may have information in relation to this incident. More >>
Crash Causing Delays On SH1, Randwick Park - Counties Manukau
Monday, 18 May 2026, 7:03 am | New Zealand Police
State Highway 1 citybound between the Takanini and Hill Road on-ramps is down to one lane while emergency services respond. More >>
Update – Fatal Helicopter Crash, Mt Aspiring National Park
Sunday, 17 May 2026, 8:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Their deaths have been referred to the Coroner, and the Civil Aviation Authority and the Transport Accident Investigation Commission have been notified. More >>
Police Encourage Jet Ski Owners Check For Hidden Issues
Sunday, 17 May 2026, 6:44 pm | New Zealand Police
The Police Maritime Unit are concerned that this isolated incident may indicate a ‘hidden’ situation for owners of older jet skis. More >>
Helicopter Crash, Mt Aspiring National Park
Sunday, 17 May 2026, 4:11 pm | New Zealand Police
Two people have died following a helicopter crash in Mt Aspiring National Park this morning. Reports came in of the incident about 9.50am. Maritime NZ's Rescue Coordination Centre has handed responsibility for the response to Police, who are on scene now. ... More >>
Saturday Update - Fatal House Fire, Mairehau
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 7:02 pm | New Zealand Police
While the fire is not believed suspicious, it is too early to comment on the direct cause of the fire this early in the investigation. More >>
Update 4: Fatal House Fire, Mairehau, Christchurch
Friday, 15 May 2026, 6:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Enquiries are ongoing. More >>
Suspicions Spark Cannabis Bust
Friday, 15 May 2026, 6:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Police continue to encourage people reporting suspicious activity in their communities by calling 111, or reporting information through 105 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. More >>
Update 3: Fatal House Fire, Mairehau, Christchurch
Friday, 15 May 2026, 6:27 pm | New Zealand Police
This is a heartbreaking tragedy for the whānau, and Police extend our deepest sympathies as they navigate this devastating time. More >>
Fatal Crash, SH 1 / Main South Road, Selwyn
Friday, 15 May 2026, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Ambulance services were called for four injured people that were involved in the crash. More >>
Fatality Following House Fire, Chartwell
Friday, 15 May 2026, 4:26 pm | New Zealand Police
Two people were taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation in a critical condition. One has now sadly died in hospital. More >>
Serious Crash, Killarney Street, Hamilton - Waikato
Friday, 15 May 2026, 4:25 pm | New Zealand Police
Killarney Road and Ellis Street are cordoned off at this time for emergency services. More >>
Burnout Backfires On Northland Driver
Friday, 15 May 2026, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Police
Sergeant Parker says the incident serves as a reminder that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated. More >>
Offender In Hot Water Over Stolen Equipment
Friday, 15 May 2026, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Nelson, from Counties Manukau South CIB, says Police suspected stolen property from a recent burglary was being stored. More >>
Serious Crash, SH 1 / Main South Road, Selwyn - Canterbury
Friday, 15 May 2026, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Main South Road around the area is blocked and will be for a significant period of time. More >>
