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Road Closed, Snell Street, Morrinsville - Waikato
Sunday, 25 January 2026, 3:49 pm | New Zealand Police
Initial indicators are that one person has suffered moderate injuries. More >>
Update – Mount Maunganui Slip
Sunday, 25 January 2026, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Police
We will resume our search as soon as possible. More >>
Mount Maunganui Slip - Statement From Max’s Family
Sunday, 25 January 2026, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Our hearts are also with the families who are waiting for their loved ones with us. More >>
One Person Charged Following Overnight Burglaries, Cambridge
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 8:33 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to remind the community to stay vigilant – always lock your vehicle and don’t leave valuables in your car in plain view, even if it is parked in your driveway. More >>
Warkworth Search: Body Recovered In Search For Missing Man
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 8:32 pm | New Zealand Police
The man’s death is not being treated as suspicious, and will be referred to the Coroner. More >>
Mount Maunganui Slip: Recovery Operation Under Way
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 3:40 pm | New Zealand Police
I want to reassure families and friends that the people you love, who have died in this tragedy, will be cared for and treated with dignity and respect as we work through the necessary processes, says Chief Coroner Judge Anna Tutton. More >>
Road Blocked, Pages Road, Linwood - Canterbury
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays. More >>
Man Unaccounted For After Water-related Incident, Opotiki
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 3:24 pm | New Zealand Police
Police will be using land-based and water-based resources, alongside a Police drone to carry out aerial searches. More >>
Homicide Investigation Launched, Clutha
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 3:22 pm | New Zealand Police
The Crichton community can expect to see an increased Police presence in the area while these enquiries are carried out. More >>
Road Closed, State Highway 1, Oakleigh, Whangārei - Northland
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 3:21 pm | New Zealand Police
Diversions are in place at the Maungakaramea Road and State Highway 1 intersection, and the Mangapai Road and State Highway 1 intersection. More >>
Name Release: Workplace Incident, Rangitikei
Saturday, 24 January 2026, 7:18 am | New Zealand Police
Police can now release the name of the person who died following a workplace incident on Taihape-Napier Road, Rangitikei, on Tuesday 13 January. He was Keith Rupene Douglas Pokiha, 17, from Paeroa. Our thoughts are with Keith’s family and friends during ... More >>
Serious Incident, Clutha
Friday, 23 January 2026, 8:07 pm | New Zealand Police
Enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing. More >>
Road Closed, Riccarton Avenue Eastbound, Christchurch Central - Canterbury
Friday, 23 January 2026, 8:06 pm | New Zealand Police
Entrance to the hospital's emergency department will remain accessible. More >>
Road Blocked, Cambridge Road, Cambridge - Waikato
Friday, 23 January 2026, 6:13 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays. More >>
Warkworth Search: Friday Afternoon Update
Friday, 23 January 2026, 4:52 pm | New Zealand Police
The Auckland Police Maritime Unit also deployed its jet ski to search on the water. More >>
Sudden Death At Cheltenham Beach
Friday, 23 January 2026, 4:50 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services have attended the beach and provided the man with medical assistance. More >>
Six People Confirmed As Unaccounted For Following Mount Maunganui Landslide
Friday, 23 January 2026, 4:04 pm | New Zealand Police
There are still thousands of people across the region affected by this weather event, and Police, alongside other agencies, are working to support our communities. More >>
Fatal Crash, Palmerston North
Friday, 23 January 2026, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Police
A cyclist was critically injured in the crash, and sadly died in hospital on Wednesday 21 January. More >>
Canterbury Police Closely Monitoring Car Enthusiast Activity This Weekend
Friday, 23 January 2026, 1:44 pm | New Zealand Police
Police expect to see a large number of attendees moving around the Rangiora Showgrounds area and will have additional resources available to manage any issues that may arise from the event. More >>
Serious Crash, Appleby
Friday, 23 January 2026, 1:29 pm | New Zealand Police
The road will be closed, with diversions in place. Motorists, please avoid the area if possible. More >>
