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New Zealand Police to establish new National Gang Unit

May 13, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

New Zealand Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has revealed plans to establish national and frontline gang-focused units to combat gang offending and intimidation.

Gearing up for 2024 Young Viticulturist of the Year

May 8, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

As winter approaches in New Zealand, not only is there a nip in the air, but also a sense of anticipation and excitement as the wine industry builds up to the Young Viticulturist of the Year competition season.

Rugby stadiums are sold as an economic asset – but NZ needs to ask if they’re really worth it

April 23, 2024 The Conversation

A multi-billion dollar stadium precinct has been proposed for Auckland, one of three proposals in front of Auckland Council for a new stadium in the city. The council is also considering revamping Eden Park. But is a new stadium really value for money for Auckland ratepayers?

New Zealand: Man charged with arson following Helensville fire

April 10, 2024 New Zealand Police

Police have charged a man in relation to a fire in Helensville overnight.

New Zealand Police making enquiries into fire, diversions in place

April 10, 2024 New Zealand Police

Emergency services are in attendance at a fire in Helensville this morning near the Kaipara Coast Highway.

Police make arrest following Warkworth Police Station damage

February 16, 2024 Todd DeFeo

A 25-year-old man was set to appear in North Shore District Court in New Zealand after he was charged with intentionally damaging the Warkworth Police Station.

Man dies after jumping into Wellington Harbour

January 28, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

A 33-year-old man died after jumping from a crane in Wellington Harbour on Friday, New Zealand Police said.

New Zealand: 2023 road deaths down on previous year

December 31, 2023 New Zealand Police

While crashes on our road continue to be a leading cause of death, we have provisionally seen 340 road-related deaths in 2023, which was down 34 from 2022.

New Zealand Police generally pleased with New Year’s Eve behaviour

December 31, 2023 New Zealand Police

While the weather may have affected New Year’s Eve celebrations around the country, there were still many thousands of people gathered in various locations across Aotearoa to ring in 2024.

Be safe this New Year and have a good one

December 30, 2023 New Zealand Police

This New Year, Police encourage people celebrating to enjoy themselves, but to be sensible, look after your mates and make sure everyone gets home safely.