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Auckland Protest: Update 5
Saturday, 31 January 2026, 3:20 pm | New Zealand Police
Our operation remains underway, and a Police presence will remain across parts of the motorway network and CBD to monitor the situation. More >>
Statement From The Family Of Sharon Maccanico
Friday, 30 January 2026, 5:45 pm | New Zealand Police
We have been so well supported, and we would like to especially thank all the people who have worked so hard to bring Sharon back to us. More >>
Lane Blocked, SH2, Wellington - Wellington
Friday, 30 January 2026, 5:13 pm | New Zealand Police
One northbound lane is blocked following a four-vehicle crash on State Highway 2/ Hutt Road, between Wellington and Petone. Police are in attendance. Motorists can expect delays. More >>
Recovery Operation At Mount Maunganui Enters Second Week
Friday, 30 January 2026, 4:40 pm | New Zealand Police
Superintendent Tim Anderson, Bay of Plenty District Commander says this has been a challenging operation for everybody involved. More >>
Update: Gas Leak, Wharewaka, Taupō - Bay Of Plenty
Friday, 30 January 2026, 2:34 pm | New Zealand Police
Residents in Wharewaka, Taupō, who were previously evacuated from their homes due to a gas leak, have now been advised they can return home. More >>
Statement From The Family Of Lisa Maclennan
Friday, 30 January 2026, 2:17 pm | New Zealand Police
Lisa was very spontaneous and adventurous. She was always looking for new things to do and would never shy away from a challenge. More >>
Auckland Harbour Bridge: Prepare Ahead, Police Operation Underway Tomorrow
Friday, 30 January 2026, 1:53 pm | New Zealand Police
Superintendent Naila Hassan, Waitematā District Commander, says Police will be well placed to respond to unlawful attempts to access the bridge on foot. More >>
Statement Following The Sentencing Of Lou Daniel Harmer
Friday, 30 January 2026, 1:49 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to thank the victims and their families for their willingness to work so closely with Police to bring this matter to the right conclusion. More >>
Evacuation Due To Gas Leak, Wharewaka, Taupō - Bay Of Plenty
Friday, 30 January 2026, 12:41 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to assist Fire and Emergency New Zealand around 12.10pm, after a digger has hit a gas line. More >>
Plan Ahead: Protest Activity In Auckland CBD
Friday, 30 January 2026, 11:52 am | New Zealand Police
Toitū Te Aroha will hold a rally at Te Komititanga Square around midday, before completing a hīkoi to Myers Park up Queen Street. More >>
Fatal Crash, Taupaki
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 7:38 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has died following a single vehicle crash on Nelson Road this afternoon. Emergency services were notified of the crash about 5:20pm. Nelson Road remains closed, and diversions are in place. The Serious Crash Unit is in attendance and enquiries ... More >>
Serious Crash, Taupaki - Waitematā
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 7:32 pm | New Zealand Police
Nelson Road, east of Taupaki, is closed following a serious crash. Emergency services received reports of the single vehicle crash at around 5:20pm. Initial reports indicate there are serious injuries. Diversions are in place and motorists are asked to avoid ... More >>
Statement From The Family Of Måns Loke Bernhardsson
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 6:31 pm | New Zealand Police
We have received overwhelming support from community, officials, local iwi, and people back home. More >>
Man Charged With Murder In Relation To Pukehina Death
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 6:09 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to the Old Coach Road property about 3pm on 1 January, where a woman was found deceased. More >>
One Lane Open, SH7, Tekoa Range, Hurunui - Canterbury
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 6:08 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays. More >>
Charges Laid Following Serious Assault, Massey
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 5:01 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting, Waitematā West Area Investigations Manager, says upon arrival the alleged offender had fled on foot. More >>
Mount Maunganui Recovery Resumes
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Inspector Lew Warner says work restarted officially at 2pm, after the team received confirmation from experts that the area was safe to enter and resume operations. More >>
Fatal Crash, Tekoa Range, Hurunui
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 2:56 pm | New Zealand Police
The road remains closed, between Hammer Springs and Culverden, while the Serious Crash Unit carry out a scene examination. More >>
Arrest Made Following Aggravated Robbery, Napier
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 1:28 pm | New Zealand Police
Police issued an appeal to the public for sightings of the vehicle used in the robbery and for any witnesses to come forward. Last night, Police located the vehicle of interest and have arrested and charged a youth in relation to the robber More >>
Road Closed, SH 7, Tekoa Range, Hurunui - Canterbury
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 12:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were notified around 12pm of the two-vehicle crash, between Hammer Springs Road and Leslie Hills Road, which involved a motorcycle and a car. More >>
