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SH35 Gladstone Road Bridge to close temporarily to clear debris

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Gisborne District Council has finished clearing William Pettie bridge and now crews move to the Gladstone Road bridge from 2pm today clearing woody debris under the bridge.

Waka Kotahi National Journey Manager Helen Harris says there are no concerns about the structural integrity of the bridge, however Waka Kotahi has worked with council, to clear the wood debris from both bridges as quickly as possible.

“The debris has accumulated over the past 24 hours as a result of the heavy rainfall.  There was concern the downstream effects of the water could affect houses on the riverbank.

“While the work is carried out, the bridge will be closed – between Reads Quay and the Esplanade. However there will be detours in place to guide motorists around the city.  There is no alternative route for HPMV vehicles.

“Please delay your travel if you can, while we wait for contractors to finish the clearance.”

You can keep up to date with closures using our interactive Journey Planner.

Journey Planner(external link)

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Public education should be the focus of government investment

Source: Post Primary Teachers Association (PPTA)

Responding to Friday’s announcement of a new government and new coalition agreements, Chris Abercrombie said the vast majority of students in Aotearoa are in the public education system and this is where investment should be made.

In 2018 when charter schools were disestablished there were 808,439 students enrolled in the public system and around 1500 enrolled in charter schools.

“The focus on the government needs to be on ensuring we have a robust and equitable public education system. Our kura are at the very heart of our communities, and we must ensure that we build and develop the amazing work and ongoing possibility that exists within this system.

“All schools are focused on students achieving their best, it is vital that the government also understands that supporting the whole young person is key to maximising their potential.

“We will be looking at the coalition agreement in detail once it is released to see what commitments have been made to support public secondary education and what vision there is for secondary education for our rangatahi.”

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Alternative route between Wairoa and Napier

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Motorists wanting to travel between Napier and Wairoa today can use Awamate Road, which has recently reopened, instead of State Highway 2.

Work is ongoing to partially clear the slip on State Highway 2 south of Wairoa, so that one lane can reopen. 

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Issued by Police Media Centre. 

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Police maintain proactive police presence in Foxton, undertake reassurance visits

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Police have maintained a proactive police presence in Foxton and surrounding areas overnight, due to the gathering of a large number of gang members and other mourners for the funeral proceedings for William Hines.

There have been no significant incidents overnight.

Police responding to reports of suspicious behaviour in Otaki Gorge Road at 9.50pm yesterday conducted a traffic stop, after observing a stolen car with stolen plates. The car has been seized, along with a weapon found inside the car. Enquiries are ongoing.

Officers have undertaken reassurance visits to a number of businesses in Foxton and surrounding areas, and these visits will continue over the coming days.

Residents of Foxton and nearby towns can expect to see a continued significant police presence today and tomorrow, ahead of the funeral proceedings which are expected to take place tomorrow (Monday 27 November).

We continue to ask that anyone who witnesses any unlawful or unsafe behaviour gets in touch with us via 105 either over the phone or online. When you are making your report, please advise if you have any videos or photos of the offending.

Anyone who finds themselves in a position where they do not feel safe is asked to contact Police immediately on 111.

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Issued by Police Media Centre. 

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Update: Serious crash, State Highway 2, south of Wairoa

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

One person has died and one has been seriously injured in a crash on State Highway 2 south of Wairoa this morning.

Their car is reported to have collided with a slip blocking State Highway 2 between The Crescent and Kiwi Valley Road.

Work is under way to partially clear the slip so that one lane can be opened.

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Issued by Police Media Centre. 

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Fatal crash, Kearney Road/Top Grass Road, Tararua District

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

One person has died following a crash near the intersection of Kearney Road and Top Grass Road, between Woodville and Dannevirke.

The crash was reported to Police at 5.50am today but may have occurred overnight.

The Serious Crash Unit is in attendance and the road will be closed while a scene examination is carried out.

Motorists are asked to take alternative routes.

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Issued by Police Media Centre. 
 

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Police presence – University of Auckland campus

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)


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Auckland City

Police are currently responding to a report of a firearm being sighted at the University of Auckland campus.

Information recently provided to Police suggests it relates to a planned bird cull in the area.

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Issued by Police Media Centre. 

 

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Serious crash/slip, State Highway 2 south of Wairoa

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 2, south of Wairoa.

A car is reported to have collided with a slip blocking State Highway 2 between The Crescent and Kiwi Valley Road.

Information on injuries will be provided as soon as it is available.

The slip is blocking the road completely and motorists are asked to delay travel.

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Issued by Police Media Centre. 

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First Responders – Kaiapoi’s new fire station officially opened

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Fire and Emergency joined with the Kaiapoi community to celebrate the opening of the new Kaiapoi Fire Station today.
Fire and Emergency’s National Commander Russell Wood officially opened the $8.08 million station, alongside members of the Kaiapoi Volunteer Fire Brigade, iwi, and community stakeholders, including Waimakariri District Mayor Dan Gordon and representatives of Police, Civil Defence and Coastguard.
The previous station, built in 1962, suffered significant earthquake damage in 2010 and 2011, with one wing becoming structurally unsound and unusable. The remaining wing and appliance bays were impacted but remained operational.
The opening of the new Kaiapoi Fire Station marks the completion of Fire and Emergency’s Christchurch Rebuild programme, which involved the reconstruction of 12 stations across greater Christchurch.
“Our reconstruction programme ensures that Christchurch and its surrounding areas has a fit-for-purpose network of fire stations able to meet the needs of local communities,” Fire and Emergency’s Canterbury District Manager Dave Stackhouse said.
Kaiapoi’s new station features three appliance bays, operational decontamination, storage and breathing apparatus filling facilities, operations, meeting, and training rooms, as well as a separate kitchen space and personal decontamination facilities. In addition, there is a four-bay resource garage and a motor vehicle extrication training area behind the station.
The Kaiapoi Volunteer Fire Brigade is a medical co-response brigade and att