Source: New Zealand Police
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has blocked Te Atatu Road and Miltonia Avenue in South Auckland.
Police were called to the crash, involving a car and motorbike, about 1.35pm.
One person reportedly has serious injuries and diversions are being put in place.
Motorists should avoid the area if possible.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Police investigating the burglary of a Tītahi Bay store have recovered $12,000 of tobacco products and arrested three young people, thanks to quick-thinking community members.
Members of the public raised the alarm after seeing suspicious activity at the Main Road store about 10.40pm on Thursday. The offenders took off with a suitcase filled with cigarettes, leaving the scene in a waiting vehicle.
Within minutes Police had flooded the area and located three people of interest, said Kāpiti Mana Area Commander Inspector Renée Perkins.
“Thanks to the people who reported that suspicious behaviour, we were able to prevent a significant loss to a local business, and now three people are facing consequences for their alleged actions.”
A 19-year-old Porirua man and two teenage boys have been charged in relation to the offending and are due to reappear in the Porirua Youth Court on 11 September.
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Source: New Zealand Police
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Missing woman Te Anihana Pomana’s family have supplied a new photo for media to use alongside the existing CCTV imagery.
Her family, and Police, would ask media outlets to please also use the attached image in reporting going forward.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Extra Police remain on patrol across Napier, Hastings and Wairoa, as part of a Gang Conflict Warrant in place throughout the Hawke’s Bay.
Overnight Police used the warrant for three vehicle searches and officers arrested a 39-year-old Camberley man for possession of an offensive weapon, Inspector Dean Clifford said.
“Across the Hawke’s Bay, we have a focus on keeping people safe, and Police will continue to have a highly visible presence.
“While there were no major incidents overnight, we remain ready to respond.
“I do want to thank the public for their support while we make ongoing enquiries into recent incidents and work to hold the offenders to account.”
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Source: New Zealand Government
Fewer people in Auckland are waiting to see a cardiologist, with the cardiology first specialist assessment (FSA) waitlist down 25 per cent since November 2023, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.
“Heart disease is one of New Zealand’s leading health challenges. It’s encouraging to see more Aucklanders getting timely access to specialist care when they need it,” Mr Brown says.
Between November 2023 and March 2025, the number of people waiting for a cardiology FSA reduced by 25 per cent, with patient numbers dropping from 3,829 to 2,847. The longest waits saw the biggest improvement, with those waiting over four months reducing by 73 per cent – from 663 to 179.
“These numbers represent real lives being changed. It means a dad with chest pain is seen quickly and started on the right treatment before a heart attack happens, an older woman with breathlessness finally gets answers and support, and families are no longer left waiting in uncertainty for that first crucial appointment.”
The results come after years of mounting pressure, with the cardiology waitlist having grown by 36 per cent in the previous three years. Now, progress is being made across all three Auckland districts:
The turnaround reflects the dedication of Auckland’s clinical teams, who have:
“Our plan is working – we are backing clinical teams, improving referral systems, and ensuring hospitals have the capacity to deliver faster, smarter care.
“Reducing wait times for FSAs is a key Government priority, with a clear target: by 2030, 95 per cent of patients will be seen within four months.
“Patients are still waiting too long, and there is more work to do – but this latest data shows we are heading in the right direction,” Mr Brown says.
Source: Tertiary Education Commission
Last updated 23 February 2024
Last updated 23 February 2024
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This page contains information for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) about using Equity funding. Equity funding is available for Māori, Pacific, and disabled learners.
This page contains information for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) about using Equity funding. Equity funding is available for Māori, Pacific, and disabled learners.
Making education easier to access and improving the achievement of all learners is a core part of the priorities outlined in the Tertiary Education Strategy.
TEOs contribute to this by accommodating the diverse needs and aspirations of learners of all ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and socio-economic backgrounds.
Equity funding is a “top-up” to:
Delivery at Levels 1 and 2 on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (DQ1-2) Fund (available only for disabled learners), and
Delivery at Levels 7 (degree) to 10 on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (DQ7-10) Fund (available for Māori, Pacific, and disabled learners).
For learners with disabilities, Equity funding seeks to improve their participation in tertiary education and achievement of qualifications at any level. For Māori and Pacific learners, it is to improve participation in and achievement at higher levels of tertiary education (Levels 7 (degree) to 10).
Equity funding helps cover the costs of any additional support some learners may need and is not intended to be the sole or primary source of funding. Equity funding should supplement DQ1-2 and DQ7-10 funding and contribute to ensuring the success of all learners.
Equity funding does not apply to the Delivery at Levels 3 to 7 (non-degree) on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework and all industry training (DQ3-7) Fund.
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Source: New Zealand Police
A Gang Conflict Warrant is now in place across Hawke’s Bay as Police respond to concerning incidents of gang violence.
Inspector Dean Clifford says the warrant gives Police special powers to search vehicles of suspected gang members, and to seize firearms, weapons, and vehicles.
It comes after two incidents in the last 48 hours believed to involve those linked to the Mongrel Mob and Black Power.
The first was a serious assault on Riverbend Road in Maraenui last night, where a firearm was reportedly discharged and two people were taken to hospital with moderate injuries.
The second was in the early hours of this morning, where Police were called to a grievous assault on Omahu Road, Hastings, where two young people sustained life-threatening injuries. Both were taken to hospital.
Inspector Clifford says an increased Police presence remains across Hawke’s Bay as we continue our enquiries into these incidents.
“I hope the Gang Conflict Warrant will do two things,” he says.
“That it reassures the public that we are using every tool at our disposal in order to keep them safe, and that it sends a clear message to those involved in this violence that we will not accept it in our community.”
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Source: New Zealand Police
Diversions are in place off State Highway 57 near Shannon as emergency services respond to a serious crash.
The crash was called in shortly before 4:50pm and involved a single vehicle hitting a barrier on the highway just north of the intersection with Kara Road.
Indications are that there are serious injuries.
Diversions will be put in place, including along Foxton Shannon Road from Shannon township.
Motorists are advised to delay travel if possible, or expect delays.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Additional Police staff are being deployed throughout Hawke’s Bay after two serious gang-related incidents overnight.
Hawke’s Bay Area Prevention Manager Inspector Caroline Martin says Police are working to help quell this activity.
“We’re urging people to stop this needless violence before anyone else gets hurt.”
Around 9:30pm yesterday (4 September), Police attended a report of a serious assault on Riverbend Road.
Reports indicated that a firearm was discharged, and two people were taken to hospital with moderate injuries.
Several hours later, about 2:20am, Police were called to a grievous assault on Omahu Road, Hastings where two youths sustained life-threatening injuries. Both were transported to hospital.
Omahu Road was closed for a scene examination, but re-opened several hours ago.
“There will be an increased Police presence across Hawke’s Bay while we conduct our enquiries in relation to these incidents.
“We will not stand for any behaviour that results in harm to members of our community,” Inspector Martin says.
“I want to assure the public that we are allocating additional resources.
“I urge anyone with information to please contact us – even small details might help us,” she says.
Anyone with information is asked to make a report online, or call 105 and quote file number: 250905/0501.
Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or Crime Stoppers New Zealand
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Source: New Zealand Police
Police are pleased to invite media to the launch of the Crowded Places Escape, Hide, Tell public information campaign in Wellington on Monday.
Date/time: Monday 8 September, 1.45pm set up for a 2.10pm start.
Who: Associate Minister of Police, Hon. Casey Costello and Assistant Commissioner Mike Johnson will attend and be available for media after their speeches.
We ask media interested in attending to RSVP to media@police.govt.nz for further detail.
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