Whakatāne Police would like your help to identify two women they have an interest in speaking to. If you know the woman in the light coloured hoodie with the woollen type scarf around her neck and the woman with the black ripped style jeans please contact police via Crimes Stoppers […]
Zirka Circus – Into the Future
Zirka Circus, the only circus of its kind in New Zealand, has just embarked on a 10-year anniversary tour with its new show – Into the Future. Zirka Circus has successfully been entertaining families in New Zealand for over 10 years and this brand new show will be bringing a […]
Information sought on Kawerau aggravated robbery
Police are appealing for information following an aggravated robbery in Kawerau over the weekend. Five people, with their faces covered and armed with weapons, entered Galway Street Dairy on the corner of Stafford Street and Galway Street about 7.30pm on Sunday 15 September. They threatened the sole employee before fleeing […]
Serious crash Reid Road, Ruatoki
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on Reid Road, Ruatoki, Whakatane. Police were called at 2.55pm. Initial indications are one person has received critical injuries. The road is closed and a helicopter has been dispatched. Motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible.
Fatal crash, Taneatua
The Police Serious Crash Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Taneatua overnight. About 11pm a pursuit was initiated when the driver of a Mazda Familia vehicle failed to stop for Police in Whakatane. Within one minute, officers in pursuit determined the vehicle’s excessive speed posed too great […]