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'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'
A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.

Hikers rescued after river floods exit in Kaimāī Range
Police urge preparation after two rescues and a death in Kaimāī Range over long weekend.

Drop in success rate, higher attrition: Police flag challenges to hit 500 new cops target
Police have flagged challenges meeting the target of 500 new cops within two years.

One person dead after falling into river near Wairere Falls
Police, search and rescue staff located the man’s body late this afternoon.

One person dead in farm vehicle accident near Taupō
A person has died in an incident involving a farm vehicle near Taupō on April 19.

'It’s like stepping into a calling': Six police graduates deployed to BoP
'We are the ones who stand in the way of injustice.'

Man missing after falling into river near Wairere Falls, Waikato
Fire and Emergency NZ and LandSAR are assisting police in the search.

One dead, road closed after Hamilton crash
Police said the road may be closed for some time.

'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified
A man, 50, has been charged with assault after her death in Waiuku.

Two people seriously injured in Waikato crash
Emergency services arrived at the scene about 4pm.

Waiuku death: 50yo man charged after woman’s body found in car
Scene examinations continue at two locations as part of the inquiries.

‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service
The foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.

Police focus on grey Honda Civic in Hamilton arson investigation
Police are also seeking video or CCTV footage taken before emergency services arrived.

'Unacceptable': Police crack down on reckless dirt bike riding
Three stolen dirt bikes were recovered in Matamata after a police warrant.

Down the drain: Ripped out water meters almost cost town drinking supply
Police are investigating and would like to hear from anyone with information.

Crash victim dies from injuries: Police seek witnesses
The crash happened just before 7.20pm on Friday, March 28.

Person in serious condition after crash near Ōhaupō
Hato Hone St John were notified of the incident at 07.46am.

Police delay rollout of mental health changes for second time
Police reschedule phase two of reducing support in mental health callouts after advice.

Officer rammed skateboard-wielding suspect with car, punched him seven times
The IPCA found the police officer's actions were unjustified and could have been fatal.

Man’s drink-driving conviction overturned on appeal after lawyer, police errors
Zebulon Lawrance was more than twice the legal drink driving limit but has been let off.

Director of Mental Health probes mistaken identity after 11yo restrained, injected
The young girl was handcuffed, restrained and injected with antipsychotic medication.