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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
One person has died after a two-vehicle crash on Island Road, Mangere, last night.
Police were called to the scene about 11pm.
One person died at the scene, and another was seriously injured.
The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene, and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Kepal Richards, officer in charge of New Zealand Police Online Child Exploitation Across New Zealand Team (OCEANZ):
NZ Police have been involved in a global operation targeting AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
Operation Cumberland is the first operation of its kind, targeting a “professional” producer of fully AI-generated CSAM, based in Denmark, and the individuals across the world who paid for his content. Led by Danish law enforcement and supported by Europol, 25 arrests were made simultaneously across 21 countries on 26 February.
The Online Child Exploitation Across New Zealand Team (OCEANZ) are conducting enquiries into potential offending in New Zealand. At this time no arrests have been made in New Zealand.
A significant amount of work has been undertaken internationally to track and identify individuals distributing the abuse material, which showed disturbing portrayals of computer-generated children of various ages.
While there were no real-life child victims in this case, AI-generated abuse material is a growing issue for Police around the world and there is a growing focus on those responsible for its creation.
Even when imagery doesn’t depict “real” victims, the material adds to an ecosystem that incites and glorifies the sexual abuse and harm of children. AI-generated child abuse material can be so realistic that resources are diverted from identifying real-life child victims, placing those children at ongoing risk of harm.
New Zealand Police continue to work closely with our international partners to combat the exploitation of children.
In New Zealand, creating, possessing, or distributing material that tends to promote or support the sexual exploitation of children is punishable under the Films, Videos, Publications and Classifications Act and those found doing so can expect to be identified and held to account.
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Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand
The keffiyeh, a widely recognized symbol of Palestinian heritage, has once again been misrepresented as controversial. As an integral part of Palestinian cultural identity, recently recognized by UNESCO, the keffiyeh represents resilience, history, and a deep connection to the land. Attempts to frame it as divisive are part of a broader effort to silence and erase Palestinian identity from public life.
New Zealand prides itself on diversity and inclusivity, values that must extend to all communities. Palestinian cultural expression should be treated with the same respect as any other, without fear or scrutiny. The keffiyeh is not a political threat – it is a symbol of history, survival, and belonging.
We call on media outlets, public institutions, and community leaders to reject narratives that delegitimize Palestinian identity and instead foster an environment where all cultures are celebrated and respected.
Maher Nazzal
Palestine Forum of New Zealand
Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Three people have been injured in an incident on Kutukutu Street in Takanini this evening.
Police were called to the street at 7.50pm, after what appears to be an altercation involving neighbours.
The three victims have been transported to hospital with serious injuries.
The person believed to be responsible left the scene in a car and was located by the Police Eagle helicopter on Takanini School Road a short time later.
He has been taken into police custody.
Cordons are in place on Kutukutu Street and residents are asked to follow the instructions of police staff in the area.
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Nelson Police are appealing for information following a serious crash on SH6/Queen Elizabeth II Drive on Wednesday 12 February.
Emergency services were notified of the two-vehicle crash at around 11.30am near Atawhai Drive.
One person was transported to hospital with critical injuries, where they remain in a serious condition.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage of the crash or the events leading up the crash – specifically footage between Marybank Road and Atawhai Drive near the Wakapuaka Cemetery.
Anyone with information that may assist Police in our enquiries is urged to contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report”, or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 250212/4470.
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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
The new Otaika Bridge on State Highway 1, south of Whangārei, will open to southbound traffic this Sunday.
The bridge has been constructed as part of the SH1 Loop Road safety improvements project and was blessed by Te Parawhau yesterday, ahead of its partial opening this weekend.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) says from Sunday, southbound traffic will be directed over the new bridge, while northbound traffic will continue along the current SH1 route.
There will be a single lane operating in each direction, with traffic management in place to guide road users.
This layout will continue for several weeks to allow contractors to complete works in the area, before the bridge opens fully to both northbound and southbound traffic.
Road users may experience short delays as people adjust to the layout change. Please be patient and travel with care.
The new bridge has been built to the east of the existing bridge, to a new design standard that takes climate change and sea level rise into consideration. It is part of improvements to the SH1 and Loop Road intersection to make it safer and easier to use, recognising it’s importance as a strategic link between Auckland and Whangārei.
The Loop Road safety improvements project is expected to be complete later this year.
For more information on the project visit:
SH1 Loop Road safety improvements
NZTA thanks everyone for their patience and support while we undertake this important work.
Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Alex Simister, Hawke’s Bay CIB:
Police are speaking with a number of people following a serious assault in Taradale on Wednesday afternoon.
At around 12.40pm, a fight broke out between two groups in the vicinity of Bellevue Dairy Gloucester Street.
A 14-year-old was transported to hospital with critical injuries, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
An investigation into the incident has resulted in Police identifying those responsible for the assault.
Police are speaking with them and are not seeking anyone else in relation to the incident.
Charges are being considered and enquiries into the assault are ongoing.
Anyone who may have information on the incident can provide information to Police online or by calling 105 using the reference number 250227/9346.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Source: New Zealand Labour Party
The Government’s levies announcement is a step in the right direction, but they must be upfront about who will pay its new infrastructure levies and ensure that first-home buyers are protected from hidden costs.
“If we are truly going to address the housing shortage in this country, it will require a bipartisan approach across numerous Governments. Today’s announcement does build on some of the work Labour was doing,” Labour housing spokesperson Kieran McAnulty said.
“We will be as constructive as we can when it comes to housing policy. We cannot support the Government’s appalling and backwards approach to social and emergency housing, but we are keen to work with the Government in the areas of planning and infrastructure.
“After the Government scrapped a whole lot of reforms, causing massive upheaval for Councils and the construction and infrastructure sectors, we recognise that they are desperate for some certainty and we want to play our part in providing that.
“Developers have told us that new homebuyers are already bearing too much cost. We have some questions that we will work through with the Government, such as who will actually be paying these new levies and whether there is a chance that this will lead to hidden costs for homebuyers. It’s important we get that straight early on.
“Taking away development contributions from councils is a big deal, so we need to be clear on the details to make sure this doesn’t just shift the financial burden onto homeowners and first-home buyers. It is important the Government changes its attitude towards local government and works with them to get these settings right,” Kieran McAnulty said.
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Please attribute to Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Rakana Cook:
Police are aware of plans for a gang-related funeral procession heading through Counties Manukau this weekend.
We will have staff in the area monitoring to ensure the safety of the community, to monitor traffic movement and to minimise any disruption to the public.
Antisocial or unlawful behaviour and driving related offending will not be tolerated and any of this behaviour can expect to be met with enforcement action.
While it is not always possible to take action at the time, Police are committed to enforcing the gang insignia legislation and will take every opportunity to not only follow up on these breaches but also any other unlawful activity.
Everyone in the community has the right to be safe and feel safe.
Police encourage the public to report any instances of unlawful activity to us, so we can take appropriate action.
We ask you report any unlawful behaviour to Police on 111 if it is happening now or 105 after the fact.
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Holly McKay/NZ Police