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Serious Crash: SH1, Meremere - Counties Manukau
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to the crash between a car and a motorbike at 1.45pm. Initial reports indicate there are serious injuries. More >>
No Goal: Rider Strikes Trouble Trying To Blend In
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 12:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Auckland Motorways Manager, Senior Sergeant Bill Russell says Police attempted to conduct a vehicle stop however the motorcycle fled. More >>
Man Due In Court Today Following Waipa Incident Yesterday
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 8:58 am | New Zealand Police
Police want to reassure the community that this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing risk to the public. More >>
Fatal Crash, Paekākāriki
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 8:21 am | New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Paekākāriki overnight. The single vehicle crash on State Highway 59, near Onepu Street was reported at 11:30pm. State Highway 59 was closed overnight while the Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene ... More >>
Two Before The Courts After Supermarket Catch In Queenstown
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 8:20 am | New Zealand Police
The two men, aged 19 and 20, are due to appear in Queenstown District Court on 23 March, charged with shoplifting. More >>
Mellsop Road - Man Taken Into Custody
Monday, 2 March 2026, 6:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Police remain at Mellsop Road for the time being, but remaining cordons on that road will be lifted this evening. More >>
Police Seek Robbery Victim Following Arrests
Monday, 2 March 2026, 6:27 pm | New Zealand Police
An 18-year-old woman has now been charged with aggravated robbery and will appear in the Auckland District Court tomorrow. More >>
Mellsop Road Closed, Waipa - Waikato
Monday, 2 March 2026, 2:37 pm | New Zealand Police
Mellsop Road, Parawera is currently closed due to a Police incident. Cordons are in place near Arapuni Road. Some staff are armed as a precaution. Members of the public are advised to avoid the area. More >>
Appeal For Information Following Damage To Ambulances
Monday, 2 March 2026, 10:35 am | New Zealand Police
Andy Everiss, Hato Hone St John, District Operations Manager – Auckland, says it’s disappointing individuals have vandalised the ambulances in an unwarranted attack. More >>
SH1 Whakapara Closed Following Crash - Northland
Monday, 2 March 2026, 8:25 am | New Zealand Police
The two vehicle crash, on State Highway 1, was reported to Police at about 6.50am. More >>
Fatal Crash, SH4, Erua
Monday, 2 March 2026, 8:11 am | New Zealand Police
Another person sustained critical injuries, and four others received minor injuries. More >>
Fatal Crash – State Highway 1, Taihape
Monday, 2 March 2026, 8:10 am | New Zealand Police
Police were advised at 7.25am that a car had gone off the road and into Hautapu River. More >>
Fatality After Crash, Middlemarch
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 5:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash in Dunedin on 18 February. Emergency services were called to a two vehicle crash on State Highway 87 at around 2.15pm. One person was transported to hospital in a critical condition, ... More >>
Operation Chrome Takes The Shine Off Dangerous Driving
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 5:50 pm | New Zealand Police
Police thank all those who reported concerns and encourage anyone with information on illegal or unsafe activity to make a report through the 105 service. More >>
Search For Man Swept Off Rocks, Union Bay
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 5:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Further searches will be carried out at low tide this afternoon. More >>
Information Sought On Serious Assault, Matangi
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 5:46 pm | New Zealand Police
This was a cowardly attack, and Police urge members of the public that recognise these people to get in touch now. More >>
Police Pleased With Safe And Fun Electric Avenue Crowd
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 5:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Police encourage everyone to plan ahead when to heading out to enjoy events. Drink responsibly, look after one another, and have a sober ride home sorted. More >>
Death Following Crash, Bunnythorpe
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 8:25 am | New Zealand Police
Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. More >>
Serious Crash, SH1, Taihape - Central
Sunday, 1 March 2026, 8:24 am | New Zealand Police
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious single-vehicle crash on SH1, Taihape, to the north of Spooners Hill. Initial indications suggest there have been injuries. The road is closed, with diversions in place, and motorists should avoid the area ... More >>
Serious Assault, Lorne Street
Saturday, 28 February 2026, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Police
Cordons remain in place today, and a scene examination will be carried out. More >>
