Four-year-old boy killed in Katikati dog attack
Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan died following a dog attack in Katikati on Friday afternoon. Another person sustained moderate injuries in the incident, which police were alerted to at approximately 2.50pm. Animal management staff have taken the dogs involved and are making enquiries for the coroner.
+15 outlets · Pedestrian in critical condition after vehicle crash in Dunedin
A person was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on Brockville Road in Dunedin on Saturday afternoon. Emergency services responded to the crash at approximately 4.15pm. Police have closed the road and the serious crash unit has been notified.
4 outlets · Moana Pasifika defeat Crusaders in Christchurch
Moana Pasifika secured a 45-29 victory against the Crusaders at Apollo Projects Stadium. Led by Ardie Savea, the win marks Moana Pasifika's first victory over the Crusaders. The Crusaders struggled with execution and inaccuracies during the match.
3 outlets · Search underway after light plane crashes in Central Otago
Emergency services are responding to a light plane crash in the Dingleburn Valley, located on the eastern side of Lake Hāwea. Maritime New Zealand's Rescue Coordination Centre was alerted to the aircraft being in trouble around 1pm. Search efforts are currently underway in the area north of Wānaka.
3 outlets · Two people reported missing in Auckland and Hamilton
Police searched for two people who went missing on Friday from Ranui and Grandview Heights. While Phoenix remains missing, Raumiria has been found safe. Phoenix was last seen in a black T-shirt, dark trackpants, and black workboots.
3 outlets · Woman charged in Anaru Moana murder investigation
A 32-year-old South Canterbury woman has been charged with the 2021 murder of Waimate man Anaru Moana. She appeared in Timaru District Court on Friday following her arrest on Thursday. Police have established that Mr Moana was murdered around the time he was reported missing in December 2021.
3 outlets · Debate intensifies over Tamatha Paul's comments on police beat patrols
Green MP Tamatha Paul has faced criticism following comments regarding police beat patrols and her ideas on police abolition. While Wellington social services have defended the value of beat teams, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon suggested the Greens are disconnected from law and order realities.
3 outlets · Black Caps defeat Pakistan by 73 runs in Napier ODI
The Black Caps secured a 73-run victory over Pakistan in the opening ODI at McLean Park. Mark Chapman scored 132 runs as part of a record 199-run partnership with Daryl Mitchell, helping the team reach a total of 344/9.
2 outlets · One person critical after motorcycle crash in Birdlings Flat
A person is in critical condition following a single-motorcycle crash on Akaroa Road in Birdlings Flat. Police were alerted to the incident around 5pm. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and the road remains closed while emergency services attend the scene.
2 outlets · ACT MP introduces bill to prevent universities from offering race-based services
ACT MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar has drafted a member's bill to stop universities from allocating resources, benefits, or opportunities based on race. The proposal follows a Cabinet directive intended to create a colourblind public service.
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