Have you seen Paitele?
Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Paitele, who has been reported as missing.
What you need to know:
- Paitele was last seen leaving his home in Weymouth on Tuesday 21 May, to go fishing in the Weymouth area.
- He was last seen wearing a black jersey with red writing on the front reading ‘FRESH’, grey shorts, and black shoes.
- He was also holding a white bucket of fishing bait and a small yellow fishing rod.
His family and Police have concerns for his safety given his age and ask anyone who sights him to contact Police as soon as possible on 111.
Additionally, anyone who has further information on his whereabouts should contact Police on 105, quoting file number 240522/9408.
UPDATE: He has now been located . Thank you to the public for their assistance.
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Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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71.6% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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18% Hmm, maybe?
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10.4% Yes!
Have you seen Rowena?
Police are urgently appealing for sightings of Rowena, 39, reported missing from Christchurch.
She was reported missing to Police on 22 October 2025, and was last seen on 14 August 2025. Rowena hasn’t been in contact with her children and her family are worried for her safety.
Police investigating her disappearance have identified her as being in Auckland, Tauranga and Christchurch in the recent months prior to her missing person report being made.
If you have seen Rowena, or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact us immediately.
You can contact us via 105 either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” and referencing file number 251022/9026.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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