Have you seen Daniel Phillips?
Source: New Zealand Police Daniel Phillips, 37, is missing from his Carterton home, where he was last seen Tuesday evening. Police and his family have concerns for his welfare. Daniel is European, 184cm tall, with dark hair and eyes and a medium build. Anyone with information that might help us find him is urged to […]
Read More →Bank capital review background papers released, consultation extended
Source: New Zealand Reserve Bank Release date 25 January 2019 The Reserve Bank has released background papers relating to its ongoing review of the minimum amount of capital that banks must hold. The Reserve Bank is currently consulting on a proposal to raise the amount of capital that banks must hold. This change would make bank […]
Read More →Helicopter crash, Tokoroa – correction
Source: New Zealand Police A previous release stated State Highway 1 was closed due to a helicopter crash near Atiamuri. The road is not closed, however traffic management may be in place while emergency services work at the scene, which is off the road. We apologise for any confusion caused. One person has been transported […]
Read More →Helicopter crash, Tokoroa
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to State Highway 1 near Maroa Road, near Atiamuri, where a helicopter has crashed after hitting power lines. Police were called about 1.50pm. Initial indications are no one is injured. The road is closed and motorists are asked to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media […]
Read More →Police launch new online reporting system
Source: New Zealand Police Police has released an online tool to enable the public to report lost property and intentional property damage on Police’s website (www.police.govt.nz). “Online reporting is part of a drive by Police to bring real change to the way we deliver our services to the public. We want people to be able […]
Read More →Police enquiries progressing in Sandringham homicide investigation (+ advisory)
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Inspector Aaron Pascoe, Auckland City CIB: Police investigating the death of Sandringham resident Shannon Shelby Baker believe two previous incidents at his address may be connected to his violent death. Mr Baker, 55, was located deceased inside his home on Calgary St on Tuesday 11 December, 2018. Mr […]
Read More →Body of missing Waiau man believed to be found
Source: New Zealand Police Police have found a body which is believed to be that of missing man Kenneth Kidd. The 94-year-old, of Waiau, was reported missing yesterday. His body was found at Waiau River, near Lower Flat Road, Waiau, late last night. It is believed Kenneth was fishing at the river. Police extend their […]
Read More →Have you seen Kenneth Kidd?
Source: New Zealand Police Police are asking for the public’s help finding Kenneth Kidd, 94, who has been reported missing. A friend of Kenneth spotted his car this morning by the Waiau River, near Lower Flat Road, Waiau, however Kenneth was not able to be found nearby. It is believed Kenneth may have been fishing […]
Read More →Statement regarding death of Singaporean Soldier
Source: New Zealand Defence Force The New Zealand Defence Force learned with sadness of the death of a member of the Singaporean Armed Forces due to injuries he received in an accident during a training exercise at Waiouru Military Training Area. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and colleagues of the soldier. The soldier was […]
Read More →Manawatu Man Helping UN Mission in South Sudan
Source: New Zealand Defence Force18 January 2019 A Manawatu-based New Zealand Defence Force officer serving as a United Nations (UN) peacekeeper in South Sudan is enjoying the challenge despite the tenuous security situation in the country. As a UN Military Observer in a field office of the UN Mission in the Republic of South Sudan […]
Read More →Joint NZDF-MPI Patrols Inspect More Than 70 Vessels
Source: New Zealand Defence Force16 January 2019 About 50 commercial fishing vessels were among 74 vessels inspected during joint patrols conducted recently by the New Zealand Defence Force and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). The three-week operation involved Compliance staff from MPI, offshore patrol vessel HMNZS Wellington and a Royal New Zealand Air Force […]
Read More →Defence Force’s First Puppies Given Names
Source: New Zealand Defence Force11 January 2019 The puppies born late last year to New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Explosives Detector Dog Iris now have names. The six puppies are the “P” litter, which means all their names begin with the letter P. Their names are Paris, Poppy, Pluto, Pacer, Pulse and Poi. The NZDF […]
Read More →NZDF Transports Voting Equipment to Solomon Islands
Source: New Zealand Defence Force9 January 2019 The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has delivered about two tonnes of voting equipment to the Solomon Islands for the South Pacific country’s national and provincial elections this year. Air Commodore Tim Walshe, the Air Component Commander, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade was providing the […]
Read More →Navy Officer Takes Up New Command
Source: New Zealand Defence Force8 January 2019 Commander Layamon Bakewell, the new Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s (RNZN) Littoral Warfare Unit, HMNZS Matataua, was lured to naval life by the seafaring tales of a family member. Originally from Palmerston North, Commander Bakewell joined the RNZN 16 years ago. As a youngster he had […]
Read More →NZDF Chef Helps Plan Christmas Feast in Antarctica
Source: New Zealand Defence Force20 December 2018 Christmas lunch can be stressful, even for experienced cooks. However, if you are a chef in Antarctica, where supermarkets in Christchurch are 4,500 kilometres away, preparing for the year’s most anticipated feast can be even more challenging. “Supplies are delivered by ship to Antarctica only once a year, […]
Read More →Tauranga 101 Year Old Kept German Battleship in Check
Source: New Zealand Defence Force20 December 2018 Tauranga man Peter Densem, who is now 101, might not have sunk the Tirpitz, but he is proud of his four bombing missions that helped contain the German battleship in Norway. As a young Royal Navy Lieutenant in the Fleet Air Arm, Mr Densem was an observer and […]
Read More →Christmas Packages for NZDF Troops
Source: New Zealand Defence Force19 December 2018 New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) servicemen and women serving overseas are counting the days until they open Christmas packages sent by the Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association (RSA). The packages, which contain Kiwi treats and Christmas cards written by students from Mount Cook Primary School and […]
Read More →HMNZS Canterbury at Heightened Readiness For Cyclone Season
Source: New Zealand Defence Force18 December 2018 While other Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) ships and crew are able to ease down for Christmas, it’s the opposite case for the RNZN, New Zealand Army and Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) personnel aboard multi-role vessel HMNZS Canterbury. They have spent the past two weeks preparing […]
Read More →No Christmas Bulge for Navy Chef
Source: New Zealand Defence Force14 December 2018 A Hamilton chef with a fondness for fried food has credited his new Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) career for getting control of his expanding waistline. Ordinary Chef Sharfuddin Shaik, 37, was one of 98 new RNZN recruits who started training at Devonport Naval Base on 12 August. […]
Read More →New Zealand Superannuation or Veteran’s Pension now easier to get in Pacific countries
Source: Ministry of Social Development 24 January 2019. More people who have lived, or still live, in the Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau can now get New Zealand Superannuation or Veteran’s pension, from 21 January 2019. New Zealand has a special relationship with the Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau. They’re part of the Realm of […]
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