Source: New Zealand Police
Two people have died following a serious crash in Beerescourt overnight.
Emergency services were called to the two vehicle crash at around 12.30am.
Sadly, two people were located deceased at the scene.
The road was closed while the Serious Crash Unit conduct a scene examination, however is currently being reopened.
Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Ōamaru residents should be aware of possible delays on State Highway 1 (Thames Highway) this morning.
A truck and trailer unit crashed at around 3.10am, between Sandringham Street and College Street.
There are no reports of serious injuries from the crash but the road remains partially blocked.
Motorists should take alternative routes where possible.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Te Rapa Road is closed following a serious crash in Beerescourt overnight.
Emergency services were called to the two vehicle crash at around 12.30am.
At this stage, Police are unable to confirm any information regarding injuries to those involved.
The road is closed between Forest Lake Road and Vardon Road.
Members of the public are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Source: New Zealand Police
A person has died following a crash in Winton yesterday afternoon.
The two-vehicle crash on State Highway 6/Great North Road was reported just after 3pm.
One person died at the scene and three other people were injured in the crash. One person sustained moderate injuries while two people were treated for minor injuries.
Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are under way.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Emergency services are responding to a crash north of Waipapakauri, in the Far North.
The two-vehicle crash was reported on State Highway 1, near Ogle Drive, at 4.45pm.
Both lanes of the highway are currently blocked.
At least seven people, from both vehicles, have sustained injuries in the crash.
At this stage three people are in a serious condition and four people are in a moderate condition.
Some of those injured will be airlifted to hospital.
Emergency services will work to reopen a lane as soon as possible.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Please attribute to Sergeant Jonny Evans, Police Search and Rescue:
The search for missing tramper Graham Garnett, 66, has been suspended.
This decision follows extensive searches of the area and is extremely difficult for all involved.
Police thank all the Land Search and Rescue New Zealand (LandSAR) groups and specialist teams, New Zealand Defence Force, Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand, and everyone involved in the search operation.
LandSAR staff from Nelson, Motueka, Golden Bay and around New Zealand all pitched in together and worked as one in both the Incident Management Team and the field.
Graham’s family also passes on their immense gratitude to all those involved in the search. They say that the support and effort from everyone has been very overwhelming for them.
Police continue to support the family in their ongoing efforts to bring Graham home and we remain ready to respond if new information comes to light. Our thoughts are with Graham’s family and loved ones at this time.
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Source: Worksafe New Zealand
WorkSafe New Zealand was invited by Sven Thelning, Health and Safety Advisor at Thelning Systems and Phil Wilson, Director of Glenure Farms Limited, to lead a presentation to farmers at Phil’s dairy farm in North Otago late last year.
Two of our inspectors, Lynn Carty and Rob Bryson, attended the farm safety day and gave a presentation to about 30 farmers. Rob took the farmers through the WorkSafe priority areas and explained the inspectorate’s current focus. He also provided information about creating a hazardous substances inventory and training records, which was well received.
“The safety day was great,” says Sven Thelning, “It was excellent to get so many farmers together in one place and meet and hear from the inspectors. We saw firsthand that they don’t bite. I hope that the day has given other farmers the confidence to invite WorkSafe to their farms and get some advice firsthand. We should be more preventative rather than be stressed out that something has happened.”
Phil Wilson had organised for farm machinery to be available on site, which meant our inspectors could talk through and show the sampling process that’s used when assessing working in and around vehicles. Rob also conducted a sample of hazardous substances used in the dairy shed, and how to use the hazardous substances calculator. Farmers in attendance were really interested in information around the use, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances used on farms.
Another key topic of conversation was the safe use of quad bikes, including using crush protection devices, towing limits of quad bikes, effectiveness of emergency communications, and overlapping duties with contractors.
“Every time we speak to Lynn we learn something, it’s a different conversation every time. It’s not just about making the black and white clearer, it’s about practical experience. The best learning you can do is from Lynn, and other people’s experiences,” says Thelning.
We’re grateful to have had the chance to engage with farmers on site in this way and would like to extend a huge thank you to Sven and Phil for organising the safety day. Thank you to the farmers who attended and asked questions, we’re glad of the opportunity to share some guidance and influence safety practices on farms.
If you’re interested in hosting a safety day with WorkSafe inspectors, please get in touch by emailing engagementrequests@worksafe.govt.nz
Source: New Zealand Police
Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan:
Police have arrested and charged a 17-year-old man in relation to a firearms incident in Hornby on Christmas Day.
Police received calls shortly after 6:30pm on December 25 reporting a male being chased by others in Hornby, one with a firearm in their possession.
A person was later discovered in hospital with a suspected gunshot wound, which was not life-threatening.
The 17-year-old was arrested today and will appear in Youth Court tomorrow charged with wounding with reckless disregard for the safety of others. He also faces other charges in relation to the incident.
Police would like to thank the members of the public who provided information to assist with our enquiries.
Police are not seeking anybody else in relation to this incident.
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Source: NZCTU
NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey is calling on political parties to pass a Right to Disconnect law to ensure working people have the right to not be unreasonably contacted outside of work hours.
“Technology and remote work have erased the line between work and home. Workers shouldn’t have to go to a staff meeting on their day off, take their laptop to the beach in the weekend, or take a call from their boss at 10pm if they aren’t on call,” said Grey.
“Many New Zealand workers are constantly on the job. Long hours and overtime are common – we work some of the longest hours in the OECD – and burnout, anxiety, and stress are on the rise.
“Our laws haven’t kept up with modern ways of working. Current rules don’t protect workers’ time or wellbeing. They allow employers to exploit power imbalances in their relationships with workers.
“France, Ireland, Germany and Australia have all introduced ‘right to disconnect’ laws. The new law in Australia meant that unpaid overtime hours were fewer in 2024 than in previous years.
“With the Prime Minister suggesting workers have too much time off, and businesses cutting back on flexible work arrangements, we must ensure that workers are paid for all the work they do.
“This is not a blanket ban on contacting employees outside their scheduled work hours, rather it empowers workers to decide whether to respond to out-of-hours contact, based on the reason for the contact.
“We are calling on political parties to do the right thing – pass a Right to Disconnect law as soon as possible and give workers the right to knock off after work,” said Grey. lift the economic prosperity of working people, instead they are delivering higher costs and more job losses,” said Grey.
Source: New Zealand Police
State Highway 6/Great North Road is closed near Eglinton Street following a crash.
The two-vehicle crash was reported just after 3pm.
Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
Detours are in place.
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