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Patience Pays Off For Police
Friday, 17 July 2026, 11:05 am | New Zealand Police
Officers observed a black BMW travelling at more than double the speed limit on Cemetery Road at about 1.50am. More >>
Arrests Following Serious Assault, Christchurch
Friday, 17 July 2026, 10:40 am | New Zealand Police
A 29-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman were arrested at the address and are both due to appear in Christchurch District Court today, charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. More >>
Roadside Drug Testing Operating Nationwide
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 5:41 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector McKennie acknowledged that the majority of public feedback has been positive, and that Police aim to address the misinformation that is circulating in communities. More >>
Two Charged Following Alleged Scam Targeting Vulnerable Victim
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Police
Police urge people to remain cautious when receiving unexpected phone calls, emails, text messages, or requests for money. More >>
Stepping Up To The Big League
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 12:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers welcomed Riki to the position and acknowledged the importance of the role. More >>
Arrest Following Fuel Theft, Puketapu
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 10:41 am | New Zealand Police
Police conducted enquiries, including reviewing the CCTV footage, and were able to identify the vehicles registration number – despite an alleged attempt to obscure it. More >>
Burglar To Face Court
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 9:30 am | New Zealand Police
Counties Manukau West Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Steve Albrey, says an occupant encountered the offender in their kitchen. More >>
Black Ice, Extreme Caution Urged To Wanaka Motorists
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 7:59 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to delay travel where possible. If you do need to travel, exercise extreme caution and patience, drive to the conditions, and increase following distances. More >>
Flying Home: Nico And Mango Are Safe
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 7:27 am | New Zealand Police
Police can confirm Nico and Mango, two Sun Conure parrots stolen during a burglary in Browns Bay on Friday, are now safe. More >>
Crash, SH33 And Allport Road, Paengaroa
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 7:17 am | New Zealand Police
Diversions are in place and the road is expected to remain closed through the morning while the scene is cleared. More >>
Fatal Crash: Mangatāwhiri
Thursday, 16 July 2026, 7:02 am | New Zealand Police
State Highway 2 is currently closed between the intersection with State Highway 1 and Koheroa Road. More >>
Man To Face Court After Assault On Bus Driver
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie, Waitematā CIB, says enquiries established there had been an earlier traffic incident involving the bus and a vehicle on Alderman Drive, Henderson. More >>
Fatal Crash, Crown Range Road, Cardrona
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 3:34 pm | New Zealand Police
The Serious Crash Unit has carried out a scene examination. More >>
Brrrrrrrrrring It On – Polar Plunge For Special Olympics - Wellington
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 11:31 am | New Zealand Police
Police and other emergency services and government agencies will be gathering from 8am in Wellington on Saturday 18 July to take part with the Special Olympics athletes. More >>
Serious Crash, Crown Range Road, Cardrona
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 11:06 am | New Zealand Police
The crash happened south of Cardrona, about 10.15am. More >>
Police Seeking Vehicle In Aggravated Robbery Investigation
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 5:11 pm | New Zealand Police
Two people have been charged over the robbery at the Brass Boxer on Mount Albert Road on 5 July, but a Police investigation continues. More >>
Routine Traffic Stop Lands Man In Custody
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 11:08 am | New Zealand Police
Inspector MinHo Lee, Counties Manukau Central Area Prevention Manager, says the driver stopped and got out before attempting to run away. More >>
'Great Result' In Search For Missing Boy
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 10:01 am | New Zealand Police
Staff made their way through the mangroves to the boy. He was wet and muddy but fortunately he was safe, and not in need of medical assistance. More >>
Transmission Gully Closed Northbound Near Paekakariki
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 9:03 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. More >>
Delays Following Multi-Vehicle Crash, Point Chevalier
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 7:41 am | New Zealand Police
Police were advised of the crash, citybound near the Rosebank Road off-ramp, at about 6.40am. More >>
