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Fatal crash, Flatbush
Location: Auckland City Police can confirm one person has died following a crash between a car and motorcycle on Eros Road in Flatbush this afternoon. The crash was reported to Police at around 1.35pm. Eros road is closed and motorists are
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Christchurch landlord ordered to pay $5700 to workmate after renting out his garage
Regie Caballero unlawfully let his workmate live in his garage for $150 a week.
Read at NZ HeraldFatal crash, SH85, Waitaki
Location: Southern Police can confirm one person has died following a crash earlier this morning in Waitaki. About 8.10am, Police were called to a single vehicle crash near Happy Valley Creek Bridge. Sadly, one person was located deceased a
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South Island snow: Wintry blast to bring snow near sea level
A strong southwesterly flow drags colder air to southern regions.
Read at NZ HeraldAppeal following disorder on Waterloo Road
Location: Wellington Attribute to acting Detective Senior Sergeant Peter Reeves, Wellington District Investigations. Hutt Valley Police are seeking the public’s assistance following a disorder incident in Lower Hutt. Police responded to a r
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Person dies after car and e-motorcycle collide in Flat Bush, East Auckland
Police were alerted to the crash at around 1.30pm.
Read at NZ HeraldFatal house fire, Henderson
Location: Waitematā One person has been located deceased Police following a house fire in Henderson. Emergency services were called to Forest Hill Road about 8.40pm on Saturday 29 August. Sadly, we can confirm one person has died. Acting De
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Dashcam footage shows car reversing towards missed exit at Auckland’s Spaghetti Junction
Police say it's 'better to arrive late than not at all'.
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Sexual assault trials: Radical reforms needed for New Zealand’s justice system - Deborah Chambers, KC
OPINION: Sexual abuse trials are failing victims and justice.
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Faulty VW Beetle: Alyson Bouffard loses appeal but judge says she was ‘ripped off’ by dealer
A judge said the trader should refund the buyer after her appeal failed on a technicality.
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One person dies in single-vehicle crash in Waitaki; SH85 closed while Serious Crash Unit investigate
Motorists are advised to take an alternative route and expect delays.
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Lotto: Six players win six-figure prizes as Powerball rolls over to $25m
First division and Strike Four’s $1m jackpots were each split between three winners.
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Election 2026: Act promises to introduce new fisheries management area in Hauraki Gulf
The party has released its election policy over recreational fishing limits.
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AI in schools: Whangārei teacher warns of harm to students’ critical thinking
A Northland teacher says AI is harming students’ critical thinking.
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Digital hunting permit system hits major milestone
More than 53,000 hunting permits have been issued through a new self-service online system, surpassing projections and slashing administrative staff work, Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager says. Mr Meager says the milestone shows DO
Read at BeehiveShips Ahoy! Cruise season launches
Close to 200,000 cruise ship passengers are expected to arrive to New Zealand this season, a welcome boost for regional tourism, jobs, businesses and communities, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “I was buoyed to welcome
Read at BeehiveTiaki Wai spending to be independently scrutinised
Wellingtonians will get independent scrutiny of how Tiaki Wai spends their money, with the Government imposing tougher regulation on the region's water services provider, Local Government Minister Simon Watts and Commerce and Consumer Affai
Read at BeehiveTwo collisions, information sought, Patumāhoe
Location: Auckland City Tāmaki Makaurau Police continue to investigate after a serious incident involving two separate collisions and multiple cars near Pukekohe last night. About 6.40pm, Police were alerted to a two-vehicle crash on Patumā
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Improvements made to welfare system
A Bill that better targets financial assistance to those most in need and improves the fiscal sustainability of the welfare system has passed its third reading in Parliament. The Social Security (Jobseeker Support and Accommodation Suppleme
Read at BeehiveAgritech project to lift apple productivity
The Government is backing a research programme to drive productivity and improve profits in the apple industry, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced at the Horticulture New Zealand Young Grower of the Year competition in Cromwell on F
Read at BeehiveFatal crash, Māngere
Location: Counties Manukau Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 20, Māngere this afternoon. The single vehicle crash, at the intersection of SH20 and SH20A, was reported to Police at around 12.10pm. Sadl
Read at NZ PoliceLaws passed to strengthen emergency management system
New legislation to strengthen New Zealand’s emergency management system has passed its final reading in Parliament today, Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery, Mark Mitchell says. “This is a major milestone, giving us a modern, fi
Read at BeehiveCharges follow Mangawhai burglary
Location: Waitematā Police have laid charges following an aggravated burglary in Mangawhai on Monday afternoon. “Our enquiries have been ongoing in recent days, have since charged a Mangawhai man over the offending, who is not known to the
Read at NZ PoliceChinese minister visits New Zealand for ministerial climate dialogue
Climate Change Minister Simon Watts has hosted China’s Minister of Ecology and Environment Huang Runqiu for the Seventh Ministerial Climate Change Dialogue between New Zealand and China. “Cooperation on climate action is a longstanding and
Read at BeehiveMan arrested following dangerous motorbike riding across Christchurch
Location: Canterbury Police have arrested and charged a 19-year-old man following an investigation into dangerous motorbike riding across Christchurch and surrounding areas. The rider is alleged to have repeatedly engaged in dangerous drivi
Read at NZ PoliceFinal AML/CFT Bill targets criminals, cuts red tape for Kiwis
The fourth and final bill in the Government’s overhaul of New Zealand’s anti-money laundering laws will soon be introduced to Parliament, says Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee. “The AML/CFT (Omnibus) Amendment Bill represents the mos
Read at BeehiveGood arrest in the west
Location: Waitematā Quick thinking cops have taken another prolific shoplifter off the beat after discovering more than $7000 worth of stolen property inside his vehicle. Earlier this week, Waitematā West Police executed a search warrant at
Read at NZ PolicePM and Foreign Affairs Minister to attend PIF
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Foreign Minister Winston Peters will attend the 55th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders’ Meeting in Palau. “New Zealand wants a Pacific region that is peaceful, prosperous, and resilient. “The Pacific i
Read at BeehivePolice recover more than $30,000 in stolen property following rural burglary investigation
Location: Southern More than $30,000 in stolen property has been recovered in Southland this week after the arrest of two men.
Read at NZ PoliceRealm leaders meet in Auckland
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and the leaders of the Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau have met in Auckland today for the inaugural Realm of New Zealand Leaders’ Meeting. “These are our closest relationships. We are all part of the Realm o
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