Source: New Zealand Police
A main intersection in East Tamaki is blocked following a serious crash.
Emergency services were called to the three-vehicle crash on Smales Road at the intersection with Te Irirangi Drive about 8:05pm.
It appears there are at least several people injured, whose status varies.
The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.
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Source: New Zealand Police
One person has died following a crash on Lindis Pass-Tarras Road, Lindis Pass, this afternoon.
Police were notified of the two-vehicle crash, near Omarama-Lindis Pass Road, just after 12.20pm.
Sadly, despite best efforts of emergency services, one person died at the scene.
The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit conduct a scene examination.
Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Mangaweka.
The two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 involving a motorcycle and a car was reported to Police just before 11am.
The motorcycle rider died at the scene.
The road remains closed while a scene examination is carried out.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Lindis Pass-Tarras Road, Lindis Pass, is currently blocked following a crash this afternoon.
Police were called to the two-vehicle crash, between Old Faithfull Road and Omarama-Lindis Pass Road, around 12.20pm
Initial indicators are that there as injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays.
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Source: New Zealand Police
State Highway 1, Mangaweka is closed following a crash.
The single vehicle crash involving a motorcycle, near Manui Road was reported just before 11am.
Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Hastings this morning.
The single vehicle crash on Waimarama Road was reported to Police at around 6:45am.
One person was located deceased at the scene.
Waimarama Road remains closed while a scene examination is conducted. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
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Source: New Zealand Police
A body has been found on the Manawatū River.
At around 7:20pm on Saturday 14 March, Police were notified that a body had been found in the water near Dittmer Drive, Awapuni.
The body was recovered and a formal identification process will follow in the coming days.
The death will be referred to the Coroner.
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Source: New Zealand Police
Waimarama Road is currently closed near Te Mata Road, Hastings following a crash.
The single vehicle crash was reported to Police at around 6:45am.
Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.
Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
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Source: New Zealand Police
A person has died after an incident involving a motorised bike on the beach near Whanganui Airport.
Emergency services were called to the area off Airport Road about 4:40pm on Saturday.
Sadly, one person was confirmed deceased at the scene.
The circumstances of the death will be under investigation.
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Source: New Zealand Police
District:
People in Rotorua are advised if possible to steer clear of Wikaraka Street, Ngongotaha where there is a fire at a car wreckers.
The smoke is thick, and those living in the area are asked to stay inside and close windows and doors.
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