Eagle located a person who became stuck on Motukaraka Island.
13 Oct 2025 3:31pm News:
Waitematā

Rescues a reminder we're here to help

It’s been a week of rescues for the crew in the sky, who have helped a number of people caught up in scary situations across Tāmaki Makaurau. Last night, Police were called after an international... More

2 min read
Breath testing road sign
13 Oct 2025 2:35pm News:
Central

Taranaki Police apprehend 20 impaired drivers over the weekend

Taranaki Police are expressing concern after finding 20 drivers over the legal breath alcohol limit, at the weekend. Acting Area Commander Taranaki, Darin Haenga, says he wants to reinforce the... More

1 min read
Police radio on shoulder
13 Oct 2025 12:14pm News:
Eastern

Police investigating death of Hastings man

Attribute to Acting Detective Inspector James Keene: Police are investigating after a man died following an altercation in Hastings over the weekend. Officers were called to a Mahora property shortly... More

1 min read
Handcuffing 1
13 Oct 2025 9:02am News:
Eastern

Tactical Dog team nabs dangerous offender, Gisborne

The quick actions of a Gisborne Tactical Dog Team have led to the arrest of a dangerous offender and prevented potential serious harm, as officers uncovered firearms, drugs and cash. On Friday 3... More

1 min read
Police radio on shoulder
13 Oct 2025 8:40am News:
Canterbury

Deaths following house fire, Rakaia

Two people have died following a house fire in Rakaia over the weekend. Emergency services were called to the property late on Saturday night, to find an adult deceased and a child in critical... More

1 min read
Car (rear view) with light bar on - 1
13 Oct 2025 8:06am News:
Eastern

Police monitoring movements around two gang tangi, Hawke's Bay

Please attribute to Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander: Police will be highly visible across Hawke’s Bay today, with two gang tangi taking place this morning in Waipawa and... More

1 min read
Car decals / graphics / stickers - 4
12 Oct 2025 1:01pm News:
Wellington

Swift Police response halts ‘boy racers’ in Hutt Valley

A rapid and coordinated response by Wellington Police last night decisively disrupted a planned gathering of antisocial road users, preventing dangerous driving and associated disorder across the... More

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Media release - Update
11 Oct 2025 9:13pm News:
Auckland City

Missing Auckland girl located safe

The 10-year-old girl reported missing in Auckland this afternoon has been located and is safe and well. Police would like to thank those who contacted Police following our appeal for information. ENDS... More

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