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Six Charged Following Karaka Cannabis Bust

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 5:22 pm | New Zealand Police

During the search of the Manuwai Lane property Police uncovered an indoor grow setup with more than 125 cannabis plants, as well as several kilograms of dried cannabis. More >>

Wanted Man Arrested In Christchurch

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 3:36 pm | New Zealand Police

Upon Police arrival in the area, the driver is believed to have become aware of the Police presence and left the area, colliding with a member of the public’s vehicle as they drove away. No injuries were reported as a result of this collision. More >>

Update: Ruatiti Double Homicide - Central District

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 3:24 pm | New Zealand Police

Police continue to make steady progress in the investigation into the deaths of Brendon and Trina Cole, who were found deceased at a rural property on Murumuru Road on Sunday 13 December 2025. More >>

Good Samaritans Sought Following Massey Assault

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 1:24 pm | New Zealand Police

Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting, Waitematā West Area Investigations Manager, says an unknown family has then pulled over and told the group to leave. More >>

Northbound Lane Of State Highway 51, Awatoto Blocked By Crash - Eastern

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 12:30 pm | New Zealand Police

The truck remains at the scene and a full road closure may be required to remove the truck and repair the barrier. More >>

Police Investigating Man's Injuries After Assault And Being Hit By Car In Hastings

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 11:54 am | New Zealand Police

The victim was transported to hospital with serious injuries and is now in a stable condition. More >>

New Custody Training Facility Opened At Royal New Zealand Police College

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 9:54 am | New Zealand Police

The purpose-built facility includes cells, CCTV systems, monitoring equipment and a custody van, allowing staff to train through realistic, end-to-end scenarios. More >>

No Change In Reports Of Fuel Offending

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 9:00 am | New Zealand Police

Police has been engaging with petrol stations and there has been no discernible change in crime reporting at this stage, and our reporting also backs that up. More >>

State Highway 3, Kihikihi Re-Opens - Waikato

Monday, 30 March 2026, 8:31 pm | New Zealand Police

State Highway 3, Kihikihi has re-opened following the earlier fatal crash. We wish to thank motorists for their patience and understanding while diversions were in place. More >>

Fatal Crash: Kihikihi

Monday, 30 March 2026, 5:09 pm | New Zealand Police

One person has died following a crash in Kihikihi this afternoon. The two-vehicle crash, involving a truck and a car, on State Highway 3 was reported just after 2:30pm. No further injuries have been reported. The road remains closed, motorists are advised ... More >>

Fatal Crash, Taheke

Monday, 30 March 2026, 5:05 pm | New Zealand Police

One person has died following a single vehicle crash in Taheke this morning. Emergency services were called to State Highway 12, Taheke at around 9.15am. Sadly, one person was pronounced deceased at the scene. SH12 was closed between Horeke Road and Rakauwahia ... More >>

Investigation Shines Light On Dark Web Drug Operation

Monday, 30 March 2026, 4:30 pm | New Zealand Police

It is yet another investigation disrupting illicit drug operations in New Zealand attempting to hide away on the dark web. More >>

State Highway 3 Re-Opens North Of Bulls

Monday, 30 March 2026, 4:15 pm | New Zealand Police

Further delays can be expected as congestion clears. More >>

State Highway 3 Closed South Of Te Awamutu

Monday, 30 March 2026, 3:51 pm | New Zealand Police

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. More >>

Self-Served Snack Lands Man In Court

Monday, 30 March 2026, 3:49 pm | New Zealand Police

At about 2.30am, Police were notified of an alarm and fog cannon activation at a petrol station on West Coast Road. More >>

State Highway 3 Closed North Of Bulls - Central

Monday, 30 March 2026, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Police

State Highway 3 is currently closed near Brightwell Road north of Bulls due to a truck fire. Emergency services were notified just after 1:15pm. No injuries have been reported. Traffic is being diverted via State Highway 1. Motorists are advised ... More >>