19 hours ago

Appeal for information following suspicious approach: Waimakariri

The Team from Canterbury Police

Police in Waimakariri appealing for the public's assistance following a suspicious approach on Woodend Beach.

The incident happened around 11am on Friday.

Police are wanting to speak with a man in relation to the incident. He is thought to be in his 50s or 60s and owns a small dog.

Sergeant Florent Chargelegue said nobody was injured, but a woman was shaken after being approached by a man on the beach.

"We would like to hear from the gentleman involved, or anyone else who can help us piece together what happened.

“We’re reminding the public to be aware of their surroundings and to call Police on 111 if they feel unsafe or notice anything suspicious.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police via 105, using the reference number 251205/6643.

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1 day ago

Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area. Find out more

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3 days ago

Hospital ED new location of interest in measles spread

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Waikato Hospital’s Emergency Department is the latest location of interest for measles.

Two separate days in the last week were listed on Health NZ’s website on Friday morning as a place where someone with measles was known to have visited.

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