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2026 Race Unity Speech Awards national champion Amanjot Singh with Assistant Commissioner Tim Anderson
15 May 2026 6:41am News:
National News

Young voices lead the way at 2026 Race Unity Speech Awards

Rangatahi from across Aotearoa took to the stage to share powerful messages of unity and belonging at the 2026 Race Unity Speech Awards, an important kaupapa of which NZ Police have been a Principal... More

2 min read
Police Logo on SRBA
5 May 2026 9:28am News:
National News

Correction: MEDIA ADVISORY – Media Event Publisher

We would like to correct the dates the Police Media Event Publisher interface will be offline for. While the platform will remain accessible, events will not be listed from approximately 5pm today... More

1 min read
Police Logo on SRBA
5 May 2026 9:04am News:
National News

MEDIA ADVISORY – Media Event Publisher

The Police Media Event Publisher interface will be offline for a number of days due to a planned upgrade. While the platform will remain accessible, events will not be listed from approximately 5pm... More

1 min read
Media release - Investigation update v1
1 May 2026 9:01am News:
National News

Conclusion of Operation Cranmere

Police can confirm Operation Cranmere, the investigation to identify anyone who may have supported Tom Phillips, has concluded. It has not resulted in any charges. Detective Superintendent Ross McKay... More

1 min read
Road crash day - 1
30 Apr 2026 3:21pm News:
National News

'Loved ones lost', recent rise in road deaths

Police is disappointed at the concerning number of deaths on our roads over the past fortnight as they highlight the importance of safe driving behaviours every day. Inspector Peter McKennie, acting... More

2 min read
Drive safe - weekend road policing
27 Apr 2026 9:18am News:
National News

Bring 'em home safe: Keep focus on road safety to end the long weekend

Police are reminding motorists travelling home today to remain alert and keep road safety top of mind. So far, two people have died on our roads this Anzac weekend. While that might seem like a low... More

1 min read