30 Oct 2014 11:47am News:
Eastern

HB meth operation nets cash and firearms

Hawke’s Bay Police have seized $175,000 worth of methamphetamine and $310,000 in cash after the termination of a major drug operation this week. The two and half month operation focussed on the supply... More

2 min read
30 Oct 2014 10:58am News:
Bay of Plenty

Motorcyclist killed in road crash

A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a car near Whakatane last night. The crash occurred at approximately 6.10pm on SH2, Awakeri on a stretch of highway known as White Pine Bush Road... More

1 min read
30 Oct 2014 8:56am News:
Bay of Plenty

Hall fire confirmed as arson

A fire at the former Papamoa community hall has been confirmed as arson by investigators who spent yesterday at the scene of the blaze. The fire was reported at 6.10pm on Tuesday evening (28 October... More

1 min read
Constable Braden Drew has his epaulettes swapped over by Commissioner Mike Bush and Detective Superintendent Rod Drew.
29 Oct 2014 3:19pm News:
National News

76 new constables looking to lead the way

Seventy-six new constables will graduate from The Royal New Zealand Police College in Wing 287 tomorrow. Their wing patron is Wellington leadership development professional, Denise Church QSO. Wing... More

4 min read
29 Oct 2014 3:18pm News:
Canterbury

All clear given following gas leak in Christchurch

Police can confirm that it is now safe for people to return to the area of today’s earlier gas leak. Cordons have been removed and all of the roads that were closed temporarily are being reopened... More

1 min read
29 Oct 2014 3:09pm News:
National News

Operation Clover Investigation - Statement from Police Commissioner Mike Bush

Operation Clover has been a priority investigation which has utilised all the expert resources needed within Police and our support agencies. I have taken a close interest in this investigation and I... More

2 min read
29 Oct 2014 3:04pm News:
National News

Outcome of Operation Clover investigation (including Investigation Overview Report)

Police have completed a multi-agency investigation, Operation Clover, into the activities of a group calling themselves “The Roast Busters”. The 12 month enquiry focused on incidents involving... More

5 min read
29 Oct 2014 2:52pm News:
Canterbury

Gas leak in Christchurch update 1

The gas leak at the intersection of Barbadoes St and Moorhouse Ave in Christchurch has been isolated and emergency services are currently working to monitor and remove any remaining gas from the area... More

1 min read