Media release – UPDATE – protest
26 Jan 2026 5:53pm News:
Bay of Plenty

Mount Maunganui update – technology aids recovery operation

Specialist technology is being used to ensure the safety of teams working on the recovery operation at Mount Maunganui. More

3 min read
Breath test 1
26 Jan 2026 5:05pm News:
Canterbury

Canterbury Police review car enthusiast activity from the weekend

Please attribute to Inspector Peter Cooper, Area Commander Canterbury Rural: Police maintained a highly visible presence across North Canterbury throughout the Muscle Car Madness weekend, with... More

1 min read
Media release - fatal crash
26 Jan 2026 3:55pm News:
Northland

Fatal crash, Oakleigh, Whangārei

One person died following a serious crash on Saturday 24 January on State Highway 1, Oakleigh, Whangārei. Police and other emergency services responded to the crash around 2.20pm. Sadly, one person... More

1 min read
Media release - Update
26 Jan 2026 11:11am News:
Bay of Plenty

Mount Maunganui update – recovery operation resumes

The recovery effort resumed at 10.30am after specialist monitoring equipment was brought in overnight. More

1 min read
Siezed cash - 1
26 Jan 2026 10:53am News:
Eastern

Police warn of fake banknotes

Police receiving reports of counterfeit $50 and $100 banknotes are urging the public to be vigilant when handling cash. More

1 min read