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Ferry Road Blocked, Christchurch
Tuesday, 15 September 2026, 7:00 am | New Zealand Police
The Serious Crash Unit have been advised. Motorists are advised to avoid to area at this time. More >>
Fatalities Following Water Incident, Tangimoana
Monday, 14 September 2026, 1:34 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were first called to the scene at approximately 8.35am after a report of a capsized boat. More >>
Rocky Finish For Fisherman
Monday, 14 September 2026, 12:54 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Constable Davidson says the informant went out to search for him but was unable to see or hear him and immediately called Police. More >>
Water Incident, Tangimoana Beach
Monday, 14 September 2026, 10:42 am | New Zealand Police
Emergency services are on scene and more information will be provided when available. More >>
Delays Following Crash: SH1, Mount Wellington
Monday, 14 September 2026, 10:13 am | New Zealand Police
One northbound lanes is blocked and traffic is building. More >>
Charges After Alleged Intentional Damage, Tauranga
Saturday, 12 September 2026, 7:02 pm | New Zealand Police
A 43-year-old Tauranga man faces four charges of wilful damage. More >>
Fatal Fire, Matakana Island
Saturday, 12 September 2026, 1:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Police will remain on scene through the day. More >>
Name Release: Fatal Crash, Invercargill
Friday, 11 September 2026, 4:20 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are investigating on behalf of the Coroner, and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. More >>
Half-baked Burglary Foiled
Friday, 11 September 2026, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Aron McKeown, Waitematā East Area Commander says the alleged offender had been observed by the bakery’s owner, who was watching via CCTV. More >>
Fatal Crash, Clyde Street, Invercargill
Friday, 11 September 2026, 7:17 am | New Zealand Police
The road remains closed this morning and motorists are advised to expect delays. More >>
Name Release 2: Serious Incident, Nelson
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 6:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can now name the man who died following a serious incident in Tāhunanui last week. He was Brendon James Perry, 49, of Nelson. Police continue to provide support his loved ones, who have requested privacy at this difficult time. More >>
Name Release 1 And Family Statement: Serious Incident, Nelson
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 6:37 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can now release the name of the woman who died following a serious incident in Nelson on Friday 4 September. She was 48-year-old Nicola Yvonne Perry. Police are providing wrap-around support to her loved ones at this difficult time. Enquiries ... More >>
Update: Serious Incident, Nelson
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 4:46 pm | New Zealand Police
Our examination at the Parkers Road property has been completed. The scene has been blessed and handed back to the owners. More >>
Baldwin Ave Fatality: Update
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 4:36 pm | New Zealand Police
Anyone who has not yet spoken to Police, and witnessed yesterday’s event should come forward, Inspector Whittaker says. More >>
Man Charged Following Fires In Kerikeri
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Chris Fouhy, Far North Investigations Manager, says the fire was extinguished by Fire and Emergency New Zealand and there were no reports of injury. More >>
Delays Following Crash, Onehunga
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 3:32 pm | New Zealand Police
Police thank motorists for their patience while we work to clear the scene. More >>
Name Release: Fatal Crash, Wellsford
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Police
Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash are ongoing. More >>
Late-Night Ram Raid Thwarted By Swift Response
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Police
Police apprehended and arrested the man then seized the vehicle and stolen items. More >>
Road Blocked, SH25, Tairua Whitianga Road
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 2:00 pm | New Zealand Police
The road is blocked and motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect delays. More >>
SH2 Blocked, Hastings
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 1:18 pm | New Zealand Police
Some oil has spilled which requires clean up and motorists are advised to avoid the area while emergency services and contractors work at the scene. More >>
