Four people die in separate crashes over the weekend
Four people were killed in separate road accidents across New Zealand over the weekend. The crashes occurred in Christchurch, Arthur's Pass, Palmerston North, and Takapau. This brings the total number of road fatalities to seven since Tuesday.
2 outlets · Ohakune businesses thrive following Desert Road closure
Businesses in Ohakune are experiencing a boost following the closure of State Highway 1 between Tūrangi and Waiouru on 13 January. The Desert Road closure, expected to last approximately two months, has diverted traffic through the town. Local cafe owners have reported a significant increase in business activity since the detour began.
4 outlets · Thirteen arrested during Rotorua shopping trolley crackdown
Police arrested 13 people and recovered 45 shopping trolleys during a three-day operation in the Rotorua CBD. Operation Trolley was launched following complaints that individuals using trolleys were intimidating members of the public. The enforcement action took place between 21 and 23 January.
2 outlets · One person dies in Southland two-vehicle crash
One person has died in hospital following a two-vehicle crash on the Winton-Lorneville Highway on Tuesday. Two other people were airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in critical condition after the incident occurred near Gap Road East.
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