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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 >>
Offender In The Doghouse After Vehicle Theft
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to Lincoln Street, Ponsonby at around 1pm on Wednesday after a dog walker’s vehicle was stolen. More >>
Recent High Road Toll Has Police Urging Caution To Drivers
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 6:03 pm | New Zealand Police
“We will not tolerate dangerous driving of any kind and motorists can expect to see us anywhere and anytime,” Director of Road Policing, Superintendent Steve Greally says. More >>
Stolen Rings Found During Search, Gisborne
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 4:09 pm | New Zealand Police
The rings are quite distinctive, and Police would like to return them to their rightful owner. More >>
Drugs, Cash, Weapons Located In Routine Traffic Stop, Lower Hutt
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 4:07 pm | New Zealand Police
Police conducted a search of the vehicle and located a second hammer under the passenger seat, a pair of knuckle dusters, and bags containing cocaine. More >>
Police Seek Information After Ambulance Tyres Slashed
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 2:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are investigating the wilful damage reports at two Hato Hone St John bases in Manukau and Ōtāhuhu. A new appeal is being issued after the latest incident was reported at the Ōtāhuhu Station, on Atkinson Avenue, on 9 April. More >>
Name Release And Appeal For Information: Lower Hutt
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 2:18 pm | New Zealand Police
The investigation into the circumstances of Mr Sturmey’s death continues, and there will continue to be an increased Police presence in the Lower Hutt area. More >>
Dodgy Plates Land Duo In Court
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 1:36 pm | New Zealand Police
Counties Manukau Central Area Prevention Manager, Inspector MinHo Lee, says Police units arrived quickly to its location at outside a bar on Maich Road. More >>
Fatal Crash, Main South Road, Selwyn
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 1:20 pm | New Zealand Police
Sadly, one person was pronounced deceased at the scene. One other person sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital. More >>
Man To Front Court Following Laser Strike
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 1:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Garry Larsen, Officer in Charge, Air Support Unit, says the laser shone directly into the cockpit of the helicopter and the crew were subjected to the glare and flash blindness associated with such a strike. More >>
Update: Fatal Crash, Wairere Drive
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 12:45 pm | New Zealand Police
One of those people tragically died in hospital overnight. Two others remain in a serious condition. More >>
Charges Not Carats For Jewellery Store Burglar
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 11:13 am | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Roelof Burger, of Counties Manukau Central Police, says the man allegedly concealed his face with a t-shirt and approached the counter. More >>
Six Youths Arrested Following Overnight Vehicle Thefts In Gisborne
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 10:42 am | New Zealand Police
Five youths are due to appear in Gisborne Youth Court today in relation to a range of charges stemming from the incident. More >>
Road Blocked, Main South Road, Selwyn
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 8:12 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area as emergency services work at the scene. More >>
