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11 Nov 2025 4:21pm News:
Canterbury

Update: Wainoni shooting, Christchurch

Attributable to Detective Inspector Craig Farrant: Police are following good lines of enquiry in relation to a shooting in Wainoni last night. Officers remain at the scene on ... More

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11 Nov 2025 8:46am News:
Canterbury

Police investigating after woman shot in Christchurch

Attributable to Detective Inspector Craig Farrant: Police are investigating after a woman suffered what appears to be a serious gunshot wound in Wainoni, Christchurch. ... More

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6 Nov 2025 4:13pm News:
Canterbury

Police acknowledge verdicts in Anaru Moana murder trial

Three men were found guilty of murder and one woman was found guilty of being a party to injuring. More

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Firearms seized during the operation.
3 Nov 2025 10:53am News:
Canterbury

Investigation of illegal hunting in Canterbury uncovers alleged offending by firearms licence holders

Thirty-one firearms have been seized, and six firearms licence holders have had their licences suspended. More

2 min read
29 Oct 2025 7:20am News:
Canterbury

Warrant to arrest: Aaliyah Ah Tong

Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Aaliyah Ah Tong, 20, who has a warrant for her arrest. Police believe someone may have information on her ... More

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Motorbike seized. Photo: NZ Police
28 Oct 2025 3:20pm News:
Canterbury

Motorbike seized to pay overdue fines

Motorbike, power tools and over $9000 in cash have been seized in Christchurch. More

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