Attempted robbery - Dunedin
Dunedin Police are appealing for information from the public following an attempted robbery of a commercial premises in the North East Valley area.
At around 9.14pm on Saturday 28 December, Police were alerted to a person with their face covered entering a bar on North Road.
After being confronted by an employee, the alleged offender exited the premises and fleeing the area in a stolen vehicle.
Police believe the stolen maroon 1993 Mazda Familia, registration MSN831, was being driven by another person.
After following lines of enquiry, Police located the vehicle abandoned on Littlebourne Road on Thursday 31 December.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the attempted robbery, or who may have CCTV footage of the incident.
Police are also looking for any sightings, CCTV, or dashcam footage of the stolen Mazda between Saturday 28 December and Thursday 31 December.
If you have any information that can assist Police in our investigation, please contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking "Update Report" or call 105.
Please use the reference number 241229/1914.
Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri
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.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
1 SLEEP TO GO HAMILTON
1 more sleep to go!!!!!!!!!! 🥰🥳🥳🥳
Elliott Park, Nawton Hamilton is the place to be tomorrow for the 11th year of the Annual Extravaganza in the Park Christmas Market 2025 We hope you can join us in this magical day.
What to Expect:
Live Music & a wide range of Entertainment
Pony Rides and Facepainting
Kids Market Stall Zone, Interactive stalls
Over 140 other Market Stalls
The Slush Truck
Delicious Food & Local Vendors from Hangi, Maori Kai and much more.....
Christmas Mini Photography Sessions - Capture your family in a photo from a great christmas gift this year.
Dont miss our special appearance from Santa stopping in from the North Pole to celebrate with us.
A great community vibe and day out
Extravaganza in the Park 2025
📍Where: Elliott Park, Hyde Ave Nawton Hamilton
📅 When: Sat 6th Dec 2025
⏰ 9am-2pm
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