3 Sep 2026 1:48pm News:
Tasman

Name release: fatal crash, Hokitika

Police can now confirm the name of the person who died following a serious crash involving a car and pedestrian in Hokitika on 14 August. She was Mary Schimanski, 87, of Hokitika. Our thoughts are... More

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Interview victim - 1
3 Sep 2026 1:44pm News:
Wellington

Appeal following playground assault

Attribute to Kāpiti Mana Investigations Manager, Detective Senior Sergeant Peter Middlemiss: Police are investigating a serious incident that occurred after hours at a school near Spinnaker Drive in... More

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Car stationary night lights on - 1
3 Sep 2026 12:19pm News:
Auckland City

Crash and dash

Police were quick to find the hiding spots of three men who allegedly fled after a dangerously driven vehicle crashed in Onehunga overnight. Around 1.20am, Auckland City officers were on patrol when... More

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Police uncovered a fake wall concealing a firearm, ammunition and materials allegedly used in the production of methamphetamine.
3 Sep 2026 8:57am News:
Waitematā

The writing’s on the wall for offenders

Two men will face court after a fake wall concealing a cache of illegal items was uncovered during a search warrant in Beach Haven yesterday. Waitematā Police were investigating the manufacture of... More

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Media release - media advisory
2 Sep 2026 6:13pm News:
National News

Media Advisory: 399 Mark Robinson recruit wing graduation

Media are invited to the 399 Mark Robinson recruit wing graduation. What: Graduation of the New Zealand Police 399 Recruit Wing. Who: For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested... More

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2 Sep 2026 5:42pm Alerts:
Bay of Plenty

Maungatapu Road, Tauranga, now open

Description of occurrence The Police operation on Maungatapu Road, Tauranga, has concluded and the road is now open. A person of interest has been taken into custody and charges are being considered. Police would like to thank... More

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