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Customs and NZDF recover half a billion dollars’ worth of cocaine at sea

February 8, 2023February 8, 2023
Katee Shanks

New Zealand authorities have dealt a significant blow to an international criminal syndicate’s operation after intercepting 3.2 tonnes of cocaine afloat in the ocean. Under Operation Hydros, New Zealand Police, working in partnership with New Zealand Customs Service and the New Zealand Defence Force, were able to recover the illicit […]

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Police and Tūhoe iwi collaboration thankful for successful rescue of injured tramper

January 13, 2023
Katee Shanks

About 11.30am last Friday 6 January, Tūhoe iwi kaimahi (workers) discovered a woman with a leg injury at the Panekire Hut on the Waikaremoana Track, Te Urewera during a routine maintenance visit. She was found with a group of walking friends who sought help to get her off the track […]

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Serious crash at Matatā

December 20, 2022December 20, 2022
Katee Shanks

Motorists are advised to expect delays in Matatā following a crash. It happened between two vehicles on State Highway 2 West, near Herepuru Road, shortly after 1:30pm. One person is reported to have serious injuries. Traffic is currently down to one lane but may be closed for periods of time […]

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Fatbergs found in Whakatāne and Murupara wastewater systems

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022
Katee Shanks

Some gross surprises in Whakatāne and Murupara’s wastewater systems has prompted Whakatāne District Council to remind the community about what can and can’t be flushed down toilets and drains. Council Manager Three Waters Glenn Cooper said the team has been disappointed to come across several small fatbergs which have taken […]

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Police committed to preventing unlawful hunting

November 30, 2022November 30, 2022
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Local singer to release second single

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022
Katee Shanks

Whakatane’s Eve Kelly has been gracing the stage for many years. In October this year the talented performer released her debut single and music video ‘Gotta let go’ and i, this Friday, releases her second single ‘Dance With Me’. Click on the link to listen/watch Eve’s debut single as well […]

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Arrest made in relation to the murder of Korrey Whyman

November 11, 2022November 11, 2022
Katee Shanks

Police have this morning arrested a man for the murder of Korrey Whyman in Rotorua in September. Korrey, from Kawerau, was shot inside a vehicle as it travelled on State Highway 33 towards Mourea early on the morning of 25 September. She received a serious gunshot wound to her head. […]

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Eastern Bay road safety champion recognised

November 3, 2022November 3, 2022
Katee Shanks

Eastern Bay road safety champion Lorreen Hartley has been recognised with a Kotahitanga Awardfor her dedication to reducing alcohol-related harm on our roads. Ms Hartley was awarded by the Safe and Sustainable Transport Association and recognised for herwork with the Alcohol Recidivism Tikanga Programme – a life-changing course run in […]

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