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Some of the illicit substances found.
26 Feb 2026 10:16am TenOne Magazine

Dealer's plans foiled

Proactive work and a keen nose ruin what could have been a profitable road trip for drug dealer.More

1 min read
Police radio
26 Feb 2026 8:13am News:
Bay of Plenty

Seven rescued from Waikato River

Seven people were successfully rescued from the Waikato River on Wednesday night, after Police received reports of several people struggling in the water. More

1 min read
Commissioner Richard Chambers, and executives from Customs New Zealand and Department of Corrections at the ceremony
25 Feb 2026 6:34pm News:
National News

Police and Detector Dog Championships: Expert dog teams thrive in competition

Hard-working dog teams from across Police, New Zealand Customs Service and Department of Corrections have been battling for the title of top dog and handler as they competed at the 51st Patrol and ... More

2 min read
Route that vehicle travelled through
25 Feb 2026 1:51pm News:
Eastern

Further appeal in Omahu homicide

Police in Hawke’s Bay investigating the homicide of Sharlene Smith are releasing further information and appealing for public assistance. More

1 min read
Police Logo on SRBA
23 Feb 2026 12:42pm News:
Northland

Investigation ongoing following fatal Kaihu dog attack

Police have received a number of calls in relation to dogs roaming in the Kaihu area. More

1 min read
Constable Courtney Robertson and the two women who were rescued, standing next to their car.
23 Feb 2026 11:35am TenOne Magazine

To the rescue - and beyond

Officer goes over and above to help two profoundly deaf women caught in rising floodwaters.More

3 min read

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