Media release - fatal crash
27 Aug 2026 10:26am News:
Canterbury

Woman dies following crash, Timaru

A pedestrian critically injured after being hit by a car in Timaru last week has died. Mary Shaw, 70, was hit near the intersection of Wai-iti Road and Wilson Street around 11:40am on 18 August. She... More

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IPCA Ruling
27 Aug 2026 10:06am News:
Central

Police acknowledge IPCA findings in non-fatal Whanganui shooting

Police acknowledge the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) that found officers’ use of force was justified when taking a man into custody in Whanganui in 2023. On 12 December... More

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Media release - fatal crash
27 Aug 2026 8:21am News:
Northland

Fatal crash: Oruru Road, Peria

Two people have died after a serious two-vehicle crash in Peria last night. Emergency services were called to Oruru Road near Jason Road about 8pm. Sadly, two people were located deceased at the scene... More

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27 Aug 2026 7:26am Alerts:
Southern

Motorists reminded to drive to the conditions, Central Otago

Description of occurrence Police are urging caution to motorists due to severe weather conditions across Central Otago this morning. Thankfully, there have been no serious crashes reported this morning - however, there is... More

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Media release - fatal crash
27 Aug 2026 6:24am News:
Central

Fatal crash, Palmerston North

One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Palmerston North overnight. Police were notified just before 2.40am the crash involving a car and a motorcycle at the State Highway 3 and James... More

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Car decals / graphics / stickers - 4
26 Aug 2026 8:48pm News:
Counties Manukau

Police making enquiries into alleged serious assault following crash, Manukau

Police are making enquiries into a serious assault in Manukau this evening. About 5.10pm, Police were notified of an assault that occurred after a two-vehicle crash between a Toyota and a Volkswagen... More

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26 Aug 2026 8:35pm Alerts:
Northland

Serious crash, Oruru Road, Peria

Description of occurrence Police are in attendance at a serious two-vehicle crash in Peria this evening. Emergency services were called to Oruru Road near Jason Road about 8pm. Initial indications suggest there are serious... More

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