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Man arrested following overnight fuel theft
Source: New Zealand Police A man is due in court following a report of fuel theft from a construction site in Waitematā West overnight. At about 3.20am, Police were notified...
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No charges to be laid in Tom Phillips case against those who possibly helped him
Source: Radio New Zealand Tom Phillips died following a shootout with police after they were called to reports of a burglary in the early hours of 8 September. RNZ /...
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Conclusion of Operation Cranmere
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm Operation Cranmere, the investigation to identify anyone who may have supported Tom Phillips, has concluded. It has not resulted in any charges. Detective...
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‘As damaging as the Treaty Principles Bill’: Proposed changes to Treaty clauses revealed
Source: Radio New Zealand Te Herenga Waka law lecturer Dr Luke Fitzmaurice-Brown. Supplied Documents filed with the Waitangi Tribunal have revealed the proposed changes which would set government obligations to...
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Cancer Society calls on politicians for fully-funded cervical screening ahead of election
Source: Radio New Zealand Cervical cancer survivor Jen Jewell. RNZ / Kate Green Cervical cancer survivor Jen Jewell says she is one of the lucky ones – at least, if...
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Appeal for information following crash, Avonside
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Senior Sergeant Craig Ellison: Police investigating a crash in Christchurch at the start of April are seeking witnesses to the crash to assist with...
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Police to crack down on Auckland bike riders
Source: Radio New Zealand Chris Becker chrisbecker, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons Police are warning people planning to take part in informal bike rides across Auckland that they’ll be watching and...
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Police warning to bike riders ahead of planned events
Source: New Zealand Police Police are reminding anyone considering joining informal bicycle rides across Auckland in coming weeks that we will be taking action. Inspector Dave Christoffersen, of Counties Manukau,...
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National Iwi Chairs Forum calls for halt to proposed Waitangi Treaty clause changes
Source: Radio New Zealand Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith RNZ / Mark Papalii The National Iwi Chairs Forum (NICF) says the government has breached its Waitangi Treaty obligations to consult with...
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Appeal for information following aggravated burglary, Mataura Island Road
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Senior Sergeant Gary Iddenten, Gore Police: Gore Police are appealing for information following an aggravated burglary at a rural property on Mataura Island Road,...
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Privacy Commissioner does not support Policing Amendment Bill
Source: Privacy Commissioner 30 Apr 2026, 16:13 The Policing Amendment Bill would create significant risks for the privacy and rights of New Zealanders, Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster says. “I do...
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Three vehicles involved in serious North Otago crash
Source: Radio New Zealand Three vehicles were involved in a crash at the intersection of Mile Flat Road and State Highway One. Google Maps Part of State Highway 1 is...
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Defence News – NZDF assists Bougainville in destruction of WWII-era bombs
Source: New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Two large unexploded Second World War-era bombs in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, have been made safe by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) after...
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Additional tools to go after fraudsters
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which provides the Serious Fraud Office with more powers to go after criminals has passed first reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and...
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‘Loved ones lost’, recent rise in road deaths
Source: New Zealand Police Police is disappointed at the concerning number of deaths on our roads over the past fortnight as they highlight the importance of safe driving behaviours every...
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Charges laid after fatal car on bus crash in Rotorua
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Dan Jones Police have laid charges in relation to a fatal crash in Rotorua in November 2025. The crash, involving a car and a...
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‘Despicable’ – Advocate reacts to alleged thefts from patients
Source: Radio New Zealand The woman is expected to appear in Waitākere District Court in May. RNZ / Finn Blackwell A patient advocate has described alleged thefts from those undergoing...
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Charges laid, fatal crash, Rotorua
Source: New Zealand Police Police have laid charges in relation to a fatal crash in Rotorua in November 2025. The crash, involving a car and a bus carrying a number...
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Prime Minister to visit Singapore
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will depart for Singapore on Sunday for the inaugural Singapore-New Zealand Leadership Forum and meetings with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and...
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Police probe how salt ended up in baby formula at Dunedin Hospital
Source: Radio New Zealand File pic 123RF Police are investigating how salt ended up in formula given to a baby at Dunedin Hospital. Officers tested the formula and spoke to...
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Person at Auckland bus stop stabbed multiple times
Source: Radio New Zealand Police were called to Manurewa Railway Station about 1.20am on Wednesday 22 April. Google Maps Correction: This story has been updated to reflect the person was...
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Prolific fuel thief caught by Christchurch Police
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Constable Leauga Fuimaono, Christchurch Beat Team: A Christchurch man has been arrested following a number of reported fuel drive-offs valued at over $4500. Police...
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Two people killed, another seriously injured after truck and car crash near Kinleith
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi Two people have died after a car and truck collided near Kinleith, south of Tokoroa on Wednesday night. Emergency services were called...
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Liam Lawson ‘super pumped’ for Miami GP
Source: Radio New Zealand Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson of Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team MARCEL VAN DORST / AFP After a five-week break, Liam Lawson is...
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Green MP Kahurangi Carter’s overdose bill passes first hurdle
Source: Radio New Zealand A member’s bill by Green MP Kahurangi Carter passed its first hurdle on Wednesday night. VNP / Phil Smith The mother of a young man who...
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Legislation – WORLD VISION WELCOMES FIRST READING OF MODERN SLAVERY BILL IN PARLIAMENT
Source: World Vision World Vision New Zealand welcomes the historic first reading of a Modern Slavery Bill in parliament today which will help to strengthen the country’s response to slavery and...
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Mother of baby who suffered serious injuries desperate for answers
Source: Radio New Zealand The baby was taken to Christchurch Hospital with serious unexplained injuries. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The mother of a five-month-old baby on life support after suffering...