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One dead after crash in Ruapehu District
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF One person is dead after crash between a truck and a car on State Highway 49 in the Ruapehu District. Police said it happened on...
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Businesses frustrated as large trucks use suburb for parking
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Supplied Businesses in a South Auckland suburb say they are sick of 18-wheeler commercial trucks blocking their access paths, doing roadside repairs and leaving oil on...
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Police name two 15-year-olds who died in Hamilton crash
Source: Radio New Zealand The crash happened on Wairere Drive in Hamilton on Monday. RNZ / Marika Khabazi Two 15-year-olds have died in a crash in Hamilton. The crash which...
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Police memo on bargaining campaign attempt to ‘intimidate members’ – union
Source: Radio New Zealand Union members were asking police, the Public Service Commission and government to “repay the risks endemic in the role of a police officer”. The Police Association...
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Major delays, serious injuries after two crashes in Northland
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / REECE BAKER Motorists are being warned to expect major delays after two crashes in Northland on Thursday afternoon. Emergency services responded to a serious...
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Major delays following two crashes, Northland
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised of major delays following two crashes in Northland this afternoon. Emergency services responded to a serious single vehicle crash on State Highway...
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Two big events, Christchurch Police’s one message
Source: New Zealand Police As Christchurch prepares for an exciting fortnight of big events in the city, Police are asking eventgoers to support a safe and positive environment for everyone...
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Why police initially thought the Tongariro National Park wildfire was suspicious
Source: Radio New Zealand Tongariro on Saturday 8 November 2025, a few hours after the fire broke out. Kristina Montgomerie / @kristinamonts Police initially treated the wildfire that burnt through...
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Hide and we’ll seek
Source: New Zealand Police A man attempting to evade Police by hiding in the backseat of a vehicle has been arrested after tallying up a list of charges. On 14...
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Search launched in Bay of Plenty river; fears two people missing
Source: Radio New Zealand A police car seen behind a cordon as officers attend an incident. RNZ Emergency services are searching for a person who’s gone into a river in...
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Police collar alleged fuel thief
Source: New Zealand Police An alleged fuel thief and his partner have been arrested in the Waikato thanks to a working security camera and a quick tip-off. Police were called...
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WoF and CoF A changes to save Kiwis billions
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s Warrant of Fitness (WoF) and Certificate of Fitness A (CoF A) light vehicle inspection requirements will soon be significantly reformed, saving Kiwis time and money,...
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Search launched for person missing in Bay of Plenty river
Source: Radio New Zealand A police car seen behind a cordon as officers attend an incident. RNZ Police and emergency services are searching for a person who’s gone into a...
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SH2 roundabout boosts road safety in Eastern Bay of Plenty
Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed completion of a new roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 2 (SH2) and Wainui Road near Ōpōtiki, making this key corridor significantly safer and...
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Should New Zealand follow Australia’s lead on the fuel crisis?
Source: Radio New Zealand Labour says it would be at least investigating following Australia’s lead on the fuel crisis if it were in power, but the circumstances in each country...
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‘Clear as mud’: The changes to how emergency rescues are being done
Source: Radio New Zealand A cliff rescue in Northland in January. NZ POLICE / SUPPLIED Rescuers in Auckland were in the middle of asking for a helicopter to fly them...
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Ford hybrid owners ‘could ask for compensation’
Source: Radio New Zealand Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/AFP Owners of Ford plug-in hybrid vehicles that currently cannot be fully charged should ask for a refund or compensation if the problem is...
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Experienced fisherman drowned after being swept into ‘rough’ sea, hitting head on rocks
Source: Radio New Zealand Slope Point (file image). Google Maps A Southland fisherman drowned after being swept into the sea by a wave and hitting his head on rocks at...
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Appeal for information following public brawl, Whakatāne
Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for information following a public brawl in Kopeopeo, Whakatāne this afternoon. At around 12.30pm, Police were called to the intersection of James and...
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Madi Thomas returns from injury nightmare to make ANZ Premiership debut
Source: Radio New Zealand Madi Thomas is relishing her first season in the ANZ Premiership. Supplied Two broken arms brutally ended Madi Thomas’ dream of attending last year’s Netball World...
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Transporting New Zealand calls for urgent repairs on Tiniroto Road, Gisborne
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Transporting New Zealand is calling for Gisborne District Council to urgently repair Tiniroto Road between Gisborne and Wairoa, warning its deteriorating...
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Teenager arrested after aggravated robberies, police say
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / REECE BAKER A teenager has been arrested after businesses were robbed by armed assailants in Christchurch. Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Luke Vaughan said two...
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Arrest made following aggravated robberies, Christchurch
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Luke Vaughan, Christchurch CIB: Police have arrested and charged a young person in relation to two aggravated robberies last week...
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Offender in the doghouse after vehicle theft
Source: New Zealand Police A man who stole a vehicle with a dog inside and drove dangerously across Auckland will now face court. Police were called to Lincoln Street, Ponsonby...
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WNBA breakthrough for Charlisse Leger-Walker hailed as Māori, Pasifika visibility moment
Source: Radio New Zealand Charlisse Leger-Walker (L) of UCLA poses with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (R) after being selected with the 18th pick in the second round by the Connecticut...
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Auckland celebrates an air quality ‘victory lap’
Source: Auckland Council Aucklanders have good reason to take a deep breath; the region’s air quality has improved steadily over the past two decades, with scientists reporting encouraging progress in...
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Fuel crisis: Support workers challenge government to do their job for a day
Source: Radio New Zealand Helen says most support workers earn the minimum wage. RNZ / Charlotte Cook Support workers suggest the government spend a day with them to understand why...