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Fire Safety – Restricted fire season for Bay of Plenty
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is moving Bay of Plenty to a restricted fire season at 5pm on Tuesday 13 January, until further notice. A...
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Economy – Reserve Bank appointments to Financial Policy Committee
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 13 January 2026 – Following an open recruitment process, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) Board has appointed Ms Heidi Richards and Professor...
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Sudden death, Tauriko
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after a water-related incident in Tauriko this afternoon. Emergency services were called about 2.55pm to a location off Poripori Road, where a...
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Fire Safety – Fire bans and restrictions across the Top of the South
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Bans and restrictions on outdoor fires will come into force across most of Marlborough, Nelson and Tasman tomorrow morning. Fire and Emergency New Zealand is...
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CCTV ‘vital’ after Palmerston North shooting incident
Source: New Zealand Police Police are continuing the investigation into the shooting of a man at a Palmerston North car park yesterday. Detective Senior Sergeant David Thompson says emergency services...
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University Research – ‘Absolutely huge’ black coral among largest ever seen – VUW
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington A massive black coral, measuring 4 metres high and 4.5 metres wide, has been found by researchers exploring the underwater depths of Fiordland....
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Name release: Ripirō Beach deaths
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now names of the two men who died following a water related incident on Ripirō Beach between Mahuta Gap and Glinks Gully on 3...
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Over 70 per cent decrease in citizenship wait times
Source: New Zealand Government Citizenship wait times have reached a new low under this Government, with continued focus on efficient application processing, Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden announced today. “Despite a comparable number...
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Deer removal a summer boost for Pukenui/Anchor Island
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 13 January 2026 During annual checks of islands in Dusky Sound and Preservation Inlet – areas managed to remain deer-free – three deer were removed:...
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New pilot helps small businesses harness AI
Source: New Zealand Government A new pilot programme will help small businesses overcome barriers in accessing artificial intelligence tools that boost productivity and unlock growth, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. “Artificial intelligence...
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Electricity regulator set for increased authority
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts says the Government is taking decisive action to ensure Kiwis get a fair deal on electricity by strengthening the Electricity Authority. “Kiwis...
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Top Auckland Web Design Agencies 2026 Review
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Top Auckland Web Design Agencies 2026 Review Kiwi Web Design has released its updated Top Web Design Agencies in Auckland guide for 2026. The independently...
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Warning from Fisheries New Zealand after hundreds of green lipped mussels poached from closed area
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Fisheries New Zealand is warning poachers that we will prosecute anyone stealing from our shared resources. This follows action taken by fishery officers in...
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Information sought following aggravated robberies
Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing to the public for information following a spate of robberies in the Hutt Valley. About 1.30am on Saturday 10 January, Police were notified...
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Teens caught in the act following attempted burglary
Source: New Zealand Police A pair of teenage burglars have been caught in the act following a member of the public’s quick actions. Just before 1.30am, Police were notified of...
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Body recovered, Waikato River
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Hamilton City Area Commander Inspector Neil Faulkner: Police have recovered a body inside a vehicle in the Waikato River, believed to be missing 39-year-old...
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Appeal for information following Sydenham arson
Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police investigating an arson on Sydenham in December 2025 are seeking information from the public. At around 3:30am on Tuesday 23 December, Police were called...
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Update – Incident in Highbury, Palmerston North
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Nigel Affleck: Police can now confirm one person has been critically injured after an incident in Highbury this afternoon. Officers were called...
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Household labour force survey estimated working-age population: December 2025 quarter – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Household labour force survey estimated working-age population: December 2025 quarter – information release9 January 2025 The household labour force survey estimated working-age population table shows the...
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Further appeal in Christmas Day firearms incident in Hornby
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan: Police continue to investigate a firearms incident in Christchurch on Christmas Day and are appealing for further information from the...
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State Highway 1, Rakaia closed following crash
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1/Rakaia Highway is closed near Hatfield Overdale Road following a crash. The two-vehicle crash was reported at 5:50pm. Three people have been seriously injured,...
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Investing in naturing: DOC and Te Roroa take Waipoua forward
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 12 January 2026 Phase One of the Rākau Rangatira project, opened in December 2024, restored the mana of Tāne Mahuta’s visitor experience, set new standards...
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River Road near Clarkin Road closed, Fairfield
Source: New Zealand Police A section of River Road near Clarkin Road will be closed until at least 6pm while Police conduct a vehicle recovery. Motorists are asked to use...
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Police issue water safety reminder after two fatal water-related incidents
Source: New Zealand Police Police are issuing a reminder on water safety after two people have died in two separate water-related incidents across the Eastern District in the last 24...
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Serious incident, Highbury, Palmerston North
Source: New Zealand Police Police have a visible presence in the Highbury suburb of Palmerston North, as officers respond to a serious incident. Police were called to the address on...
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Update on investigation into deaths of two people, Pukehina
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Investigations Manager Tauranga, Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Varnam: Bay of Plenty Police are continuing to investigate the deaths of two people at an address...
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Weather News – Hot weather eases with rain on the way – MetService
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 12th – Friday 16th January – After a scorching weekend for parts of the country, MetService is forecasting a return to typical summer temperatures for...