Police shoulder patch
6 May 2021 9:55am News:
Central

Update: Bodies recovered from Taranaki Maunga

Police can confirm the bodies of the two climbers on Taranaki Maunga have been recovered. The men's bodies were recovered shortly after 8am this morning with the assistance of the Taranaki Rescue... More

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People of Police - Kate
6 May 2021 9:09am TenOne Magazine

People of Police - Kate, Senior Media Advisor

The first 9 years of my career were served in Dunedin where I have fond memories of the frontline camaraderie and the (mostly) fun exchanges we had with students. More

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Superintendent Scott Fraser (right) with Taranaki Area Commander Inspector Belinda Dewar.
5 May 2021 7:36pm News:
Central

Whakarongo pīkari top of newly appointed Central District Commander’s agenda

Superintendent Scott Fraser is welcomed into his new position as Central District Commander with a pöwhiri at the Te Rangimarie Marae in Rangiotu. More

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Police Logo on SRBA
5 May 2021 4:39pm News:
Central

Update: Recovery operation underway on Taranaki Maunga

Due to the conditions encountered today on Taranaki Maunga, the teams deployed to recover the bodies of two climbers have not been successful. All Police and Alpine Cliff Rescue personnel have now... More

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Police car in garage 1
5 May 2021 4:23pm News:
Southern

Arrest following incident on Crown Range in March

A man has been arrested following a reported assault on the Crown Range in late March. Detective Senior Sergeant Malcolm Inglis says a 21-year-old man reported being flagged down by a stranded... More

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The new technology will improve road safety and reduce the risk of serious injury as a result of a heavy vehicle brake failure.
5 May 2021 4:10pm News:
National News

New tech to improve brake safety

Our commercial vehicle safety teams (CVST) will be able to identify brake failures more easily anytime, anywhere thanks to new brake safety monitoring technology. More

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5 May 2021 4:00pm News:
Eastern

Media advisory – Tolaga Bay search operation

Tairawhiti Area Commander Inspector Sam Aberahama will be available to speak to media later today, following the successful search for missing Tolaga Bay boy Axel. Where: Gisborne Police Station... More

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