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Appeal For Information Following Assault, Christchurch
Tuesday, 18 August 2026, 4:33 pm | New Zealand Police
The assault was reported to Police at around 1:20am and occurred on the corner of Hereford Street and Shands Lane. More >>
Police Not Playing Ball With Burglar’s Excuse
Tuesday, 18 August 2026, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Police
A 39-year-old man will appear in the Manukau District Court today charged with burglary, possessing methamphetamine, possessing cannabis and possessing utensils for drug use. More >>
Delays Expected: SH16, Point Chevalier
Tuesday, 18 August 2026, 1:05 pm | New Zealand Police
A northbound lane is currently blocked and traffic is building. More >>
Hamilton Police Appeal For Information After Increase In Anti-Social Incidents Involving Young People And Bicycles
Tuesday, 18 August 2026, 9:17 am | New Zealand Police
Over recent weeks, Police have seen an increase in anti-social and disorderly behaviour involving youths riding bicycles around the central city, along with thefts of bicycles from the city and surrounding suburbs. More >>
Body Located, Dunedin
Monday, 17 August 2026, 5:31 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to John Wilson Ocean Drive at around 3:20pm after a member of the public discovered the body. More >>
Police Ask For Public’s Help Following Dangerous Driving Arrest
Monday, 17 August 2026, 4:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Police first tried to stop the vehicle in Tūrangi for suspicious behaviour, but the man fled Police, heading north towards Taupo. More >>
Name Release, Fatal Crash, Waimangu
Monday, 17 August 2026, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Police
Enquiries remain ongoing into the circumstances of the crash. More >>
Across City Lines, But Not Beyond Police's Reach
Monday, 17 August 2026, 2:42 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Senior Sergeant Jane Cornish, of Manurewa Police, says prior to the vehicle theft, two youths were allegedly observed shoplifting a screwdriver from a nearby supermarket. More >>
Man Charged, Firearms And Drugs Seized, Stratford
Monday, 17 August 2026, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Malcolm Collins says one of the firearms was reportedly located tucked up in the driver’s footwell. More >>
Road Blocked, Opunake Road, Cardiff, Stratford
Monday, 17 August 2026, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Diversions are in place at Hastings Road and Ronald Road, and Opunake Road is expected to remain closed for some time while the truck is being recovered. More >>
Surfer Rescued Off Fitzroy Beach, New Plymouth
Monday, 17 August 2026, 10:51 am | New Zealand Police
Detective Hessell says the incident highlights the importance of speaking up when someone appears to be in trouble. "We're grateful to the member of the public who called Police after recognising the surfer may be in difficulty," he said. More >>
Update: Car Fire, Body Located In Aria, Waitomo
Monday, 17 August 2026, 10:49 am | New Zealand Police
Formal identification is underway and a postmortem is expected to take place tomorrow. More >>
Update 2: Maeroa Incident
Monday, 17 August 2026, 10:47 am | New Zealand Police
Police have concluded scene examinations but will be continuing to conduct enquiries in the Churchill Avenue area, and the public can expect an ongoing increased Police presence during this time. More >>
Checkpoint Dodgers Among Dozens Caught In Taranaki Road Policing Bid To Keep Roads Safe
Sunday, 16 August 2026, 7:27 pm | New Zealand Police
Police remind road users that checkpoints are set-up for the safety of all. More >>
Name Release And Message From Family, Aranui
Sunday, 16 August 2026, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Police
The loss of a child is a tragedy beyond words, and we continue to support Sonny's family as they navigate this unimaginable loss. We ask that their privacy be respected as they grieve. More >>
Update: Maeroa Incident
Sunday, 16 August 2026, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Police
This was a large-scale incident with the scene encompassing several properties and the road, and the public can expect an increased Police presence over the coming days. More >>
Man Arrested Following Maeroa Incident
Sunday, 16 August 2026, 4:44 am | New Zealand Police
An update will be provided proactively as more information comes to hand. More >>
Road Blocked, State Highway 50, Maraekākaho, Hastings
Saturday, 15 August 2026, 2:29 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 50, Maraekākaho, is blocked following a single-vehicle crash. Police were called to the crash near the intersection of Kereru Road around 1pm, where a car has hit a power pole. While the driver appears uninjured, there are powerlines ... More >>
Fatal Crash, Ōwhata
Saturday, 15 August 2026, 1:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Two people have died following a serious crash last night in Ōwhata, Rotorua. Police were called to the crash, involving a car and a motorcycle, near the intersection of Te Ngae Road and Rotokawa Road around 9.40pm. Sadly, the motorcycle’s driver ... More >>
Sylvia Park Critical Incident: Name Release
Friday, 14 August 2026, 5:58 pm | New Zealand Police
The post-mortem examination and formal identification processes have been completed today. More >>
