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Policing at a concert venue, dusk
21 Jan 2022 9:30am News:
Canterbury

Christchurch Police urge festival goers to drink responsibly and keep themselves safe

There are several concerts in Christchurch in the next few weeks.Here are some tips from Police to keep yourself and your friends safe: More

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Officer floating in the water with a lifejacket on.
21 Jan 2022 9:27am TenOne Magazine

WATCH: Water safety tips for summer

Our Wellington Maritime Unit have some simple, but essential, tips to help you stay safe on the water.More

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Road check point day 3
20 Jan 2022 9:22am News:
Waikato

Plan for heavier traffic in Coromandel this weekend

One of the largest motorcycle events in New Zealand is likely to attract a large number of motorcyclists to the area this weekend. More

1 min read
Cops walking the beat male and female - day 1
18 Jan 2022 1:00pm News:
National News

New Zealand Police to implement mandatory vaccination policy

It will apply for all employees, contractors, volunteers, suppliers, new employees and visitors who work at or enter Police sites. More

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Dirt bikes impounded by Police
14 Jan 2022 10:47am News:
Counties Manukau

Investigation into dirt bikes and street racing sees almost 100 vehicles impounded, more than 100 people charged

It follows a year-long operation by Counties Manukau Police targeting dirt bike and illegal street racing activity. More

2 min read
A map showing the surrounding area of the harrowing public disorder incident.
12 Jan 2022 11:44am TenOne Magazine

A raucous night on Rakiura

The unforgiving reality of frontline policing on New Year's Eve takes an unexpected turn on Stewart Island.More

2 min read

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These guys were happy to get some police stickers from Constable Olivia during a lunch stop at Tolaga Bay after their family camping holiday. Olivia's from Christchurch but has been in Tairawhiti working with the local team over the summer.

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