Crime

Eyes in the skies – WDC switches on CCTV

It’s been years in the making, but Waikato District Council (WDC) has switched on its CCTV network, providing police with a new weapon for...

New firearm laws on target?

Although firearm law reforms were brought in with a bang in the wake of the 2019 Christchurch terror attack, the Arms Act 2026 has...

Exchanging chef whites for police blues

After 14 years in the kitchen, Arthur Vidal has traded his chef’s whites for police blues and exchanging one type of service for another. Having...

Police Commissioner cleared of historical allegations

The Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) and police have concluded investigations into a complaint made about the Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. In December, 2025, the...

Investigation into rail level crossing fatality continues

An investigation continues into a fatality at the Baldwin Avenue rail level crossing on Wednesday afternoon, police say. A teenage boy died after being struck...

South Auckland crash causing delays

Motorists are being advised to expect delays following a crash in south Auckland this afternoon. The two-vehicle crash on Neilson Street, Onehunga was reported to...

‘Holiday road’ blocked

Locals heading to the Coromandel for a long weekend should check NZTA’s journey planner before setting off. State Highway 25, Tairua Whitianga Road, is blocked...

Crime reduction results

By Counties Manukau South Police Counties Manukau South Area Police have achieved a significant reduction in crime over the past 12 months, recording 3,221...

FENZ on strike again

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is warning the public that the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be striking tomorrow, Wednesday September 9,...

Crash near Ruakura on-ramp, expect delays

Locals heading south to Hamilton can expect delays this afternoon following a crash near the Ruakura Road on-ramp. The crash was reported around 3.20pm after...