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Trio Charged Following Northland Burglaries
Friday, 21 August 2026, 4:28 pm | New Zealand Police
The arrests come after two commercial premises in Ruakākā and One Tree Point were targeted in recent weeks, with cash and a significant amount of alcohol among the items taken. More >>
Young Offenders’ Getaway Plans Exhausted
Friday, 21 August 2026, 3:43 pm | New Zealand Police
The teenagers are due to reappear in Youth Court on 1 September and 8 September facing charges including unlawful interference of a motor vehicle. More >>
The Right Stuff
Friday, 21 August 2026, 1:14 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Superintendent Kylie Schaare, Director Integrity and Conduct, won the Integrity and Courage Award at the 2026 Australasian Council of Women and Policing (ACWAP) Excellence in Policing awards last night. More >>
Police Seize $100k Worth Of Methamphetamine, Firearms And Ammunition
Friday, 21 August 2026, 12:30 pm | New Zealand Police
A 39-year-old man appeared in the Blenheim District Court this week in relation to the seizures. He’s been remanded and will reappear on 24 August. More >>
Fake Gun, Real Charges
Friday, 21 August 2026, 8:36 am | New Zealand Police
A 31-year-old man will appear in Waitākere District Court today charged with presenting an imitation firearm and shoplifting. More >>
Robber Arrested After Late Night Hold-Up
Friday, 21 August 2026, 8:09 am | New Zealand Police
Police arrived quickly and made enquiries to track the man down, arresting him on Manners Street. More >>
Arrest Made Following Violent Aggravated Robbery, Kaikohe
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 6:03 pm | New Zealand Police
Anyone who can assist our enquiries is asked to get in touch. More >>
Partners In Police
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 4:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Six years ago, the couple made the move to Gisborne, drawn by the lifestyle and the opportunity to enjoy life outside the demands of policing. More >>
Arrests Made In Relation To Lower Hutt Homicide
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 12:55 pm | New Zealand Police
A 25-year-old male has been arrested for murder. A 46-year-old female has been arrested for accessory after the fact to murder. More >>
Youth Car Theft Spiked By Police
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 11:50 am | New Zealand Police
The vehicle safely stopped in Hornby with no other damage to the vehicle or injuries reported. More >>
If They Can Tow It, They'll Take It
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 10:33 am | New Zealand Police
Senior Constable Pehi Potaka from the Hawke’s Bay Police Tactical Crime Unit says it’s likely all the items have been stolen to order. More >>
Police Acknowledge And Accept IPCA Findings - Shooting Of Tom Phillips
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 10:28 am | New Zealand Police
“The officers involved in responding to the sighting of Mr Phillips early in the morning on 8 September 2025 were confronted with a volatile and extremely dangerous situation,” says Superintendent Scott Gemmell, Waikato District Commander. More >>
Man Arrested In Relation To Hamilton Homicide
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 9:45 am | New Zealand Police
Police will continue to maintain a visible presence in the area in the coming days as a scene examination concludes. More >>
Fatal Crash, Grove Bush, Southland
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 7:52 am | New Zealand Police
The two-vehicle crash involved a truck and a car, at the Grove Bush and Rakahoka Hedgehope Roads intersection. More >>
Fatal Crash, Wallacetown
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 6:19 pm | New Zealand Police
One person was critically injured, they have since passed away as a result of their injuries in hospital. More >>
Mauao Landslide – Police Investigation Ongoing
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Police
Police’s Family Liaison Officers remain in contact with the families, and our heartfelt thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones. More >>
Police Appeal After Memorial Plaques Removed From Central Christchurch
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Police
As part of our enquiries, Police would like to identify and speak with the man pictured, who may be able to assist with the investigation. More >>
Mauao Landslide – Statement From The Family Of Lisa Maclennan
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 3:35 pm | New Zealand Police
She made the safety of others at the campground her priority, and went to heroic lengths to help those around her. More >>
Dirt Biker Apprehended On Wellington Waterfront
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Police
On attempting to U-turn, one of the riders fell from the bike sending it uncontrolled toward bystanders before it instead hit a concrete bollard. More >>
Police Responding To Unexplained Death In Hamilton
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Police
Police will maintain a visible presence in the area in the coming days. More >>
