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Strong winds disrupt Cook Strait passenger services

· March 2, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Bluebridge and Interislander in Picton Marlborough sounds RNZ/ Rachel Thomas Two BlueBridge ferry sailings have been cancelled for passengers due to rough conditions in the Cook...

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Pirongia storm damage assessments continue

· March 2, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  02 March 2026 Pirongia was struck by intense rainfall on 13 and 14 February and several DOC tracks and assets on the maunga were flooded...

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Appeal for information following damage to ambulances

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police Counties Manukau Police investigating the wilful damage of a number of Hato Hone St John Ambulances are appealing for any information to assist in our enquiries....

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WorkSafe drives horticulture safety improvements

· March 2, 2026

Source: Worksafe New Zealand WorkSafe has issued a report card showing the horticulture industry could do better when it comes to managing hazardous substances and machinery safety, particularly around power...

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One killed in Ruapehu crash

· March 2, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Emergency services were called to the scene in the Ruapehu District just after 11pm on Sunday (file image). RNZ / Richard Tindiller One person has died...

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Operation Chrome takes the shine off dangerous driving

· March 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police Canterbury Police arrested drivers, impounded vehicles and issued infringement notices over the weekend as they moved to detect, deter and disrupt anti‑social road user activity. With several large...

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Harwoods roundabout completed

· February 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop says a newly completed roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 5 (SH5) and State Highway 28–Harwoods Road east of Tīrau will...