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Charges Follow Mangawhai Burglary
Friday, 28 August 2026, 5:20 pm | New Zealand Police
The 26-year-old has been charged with aggravated burglary and assaults with intent to injure. The man remains in hospital. More >>
Man Arrested Following Dangerous Motorbike Riding Across Christchurch
Friday, 28 August 2026, 5:18 pm | New Zealand Police
Sergeant Ben Rutherford says following a number of detailed enquiries, Police were able to identify the motorbike and its rider. More >>
Road Closure, Gasson Street, Christchurch
Friday, 28 August 2026, 5:02 pm | New Zealand Police
The Serious Crash Unit is at the scene and the road is expected to remain closed for some time. More >>
Good Arrest In The West
Friday, 28 August 2026, 5:00 pm | New Zealand Police
Waitematā West Area Prevention Manager, Acting Inspector Nick Salter, says officers arrested and charged a 29-year-old man. More >>
Arrests Following Alleged Shooting, Hamilton
Friday, 28 August 2026, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Two men, aged 25 and 29, and a 25-year-old woman are due to appear in Hamilton District Court today. More >>
Critical Incident Investigation Underway In Manurewa
Friday, 28 August 2026, 2:38 pm | New Zealand Police
As part of our investigation, we are seeking information from witnesses who may have been in the area at the time, or prior to this incident occurring. More >>
Police Recover More Than $30,000 In Stolen Property Following Rural Burglary Investigation
Friday, 28 August 2026, 2:31 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Senior Sergeant Blair Shirley says the arrests and recovery of people’s property are a positive outcome for affected victims and the wider community. More >>
Serious Crash: SH20, Māngere
Friday, 28 August 2026, 2:03 pm | New Zealand Police
Initial indications suggest one person sustained critical injuries. More >>
Investigations Continue, Witnesses Sought Following Double Homicide
Friday, 28 August 2026, 1:57 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to a Gambare Place address at about 1.45pm yesterday following a report of person armed with a handgun at the property and a woman injured. More >>
Gotta Catch ‘Em All
Friday, 28 August 2026, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Police
The losses to victims were in excess of $32,000 and included Facebook and Marketplace scams, fraudulent acquisitions of portable cabins, caravans, and more. More >>
Name Release, Ōamaru
Friday, 28 August 2026, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Police
He was Samisoni Talanoa, 69, from Ōamaru. More >>
Search Launched For Man Missing Near Craigieburn Forest Park, Selwyn
Friday, 28 August 2026, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Police
“While attempting a river crossing the man has fallen and been swept downstream,” says Detective Cam Ellis, Christchurch Police Search and Rescue. More >>
Name Release: Fatal Crash, Maungakaramea
Friday, 28 August 2026, 12:12 pm | New Zealand Police
He was Flynn Joseph McBride, 20, of Dargaville. More >>
Update: Wattle Downs Double Homicide
Friday, 28 August 2026, 9:21 am | New Zealand Police
Police will provide further updates as they are available. More >>
Critical Incident Investigation Underway In Manurewa
Friday, 28 August 2026, 9:18 am | New Zealand Police
An alleged offender was believed to have stolen a vehicle from the property, after presenting a crowbar at the occupant. More >>
Fatal Water-Related Incident, Te Kao
Friday, 28 August 2026, 8:41 am | New Zealand Police
Despite best efforts by emergency services, the man was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene. More >>
Serious Crash, Pilcher Road, Hastings District
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 5:14 pm | New Zealand Police
Initial indications suggest one person has critical injuries, while another has serious injuries. More >>
Motorists Asked To Avoid Glenorchy – Queenstown Road And The Crown Range
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 4:24 pm | New Zealand Police
Glenorchy – Queenstown Road is currently closed while authorities work to clear a landslide. The road is closed from One Mile Roundabout to Sunshine Bay. More >>
Gang Patches Seized Following Kawerau Warrants
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Police
During the search warrants, Police located and seized five gang patches, gang regalia, large amounts of cannabis and synthetic cannabis, MDMA, cocaine, and ammunition. More >>
Police Respond To Serious Incident, Wattle Downs
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Police
Cordons are in place at Mahia Road and schools in the immediate area were advised to lockdown. More >>
