Homicide investigation: Ruatiti

The Team from Manawatu, Taranaki, Whanganui-Ruapehu Police

A homicide investigation has been launched following the deaths of two people in Ruatiti.
The victims were located by Police at a rural property on Saturday afternoon.

A scene examination will begin on Sunday 14 December and is expected to take several days.
Post-mortem and formal identification procedures will be carried out in the coming days.

There will be a heightened Police presence in the area as the investigation progresses.

Police would like to hear from anyone in the Ruatiti area who has information about the incident.

Please contact Police online at 105.Police.govt.nz, or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number P064773873.
Further information will be released when it becomes available.

Public advisory: Marine Search and Rescue training exercise off Port Taranaki

The Team from Manawatu, Taranaki, Whanganui-Ruapehu Police

A controlled training exercise will be conducted off Port Taranaki to the Bell Block area on Sunday 14 December.

The multi-agency exercise is designed to test and improve the coordination and response capabilities of all agencies involved in maritime emergencies.

Taranaki Search and Rescue Coordinator and Public Team Supervisor Wade Callander says the exercise will involve rescue vessels and that people might notice smoke markers, objects in the water and life rafts as part of the scenario.

“These planned exercises enable Police and partner agencies to test our response and systems should an emergency ever arise.

“Normal marine traffic should proceed with caution and follow any instructions from authorities.
“This exercise is part of our ongoing commitment to public safety and ensures that emergency services are well-prepared for real-life incidents.”

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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? 🤔

Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

• We work hard, we deserve a break!
• Hmm, maybe?
• Yes!

Vote View Results

• 72% We work hard, we deserve a break!
  72% Complete
• 16.3% Hmm, maybe?
  16.3% Complete
• 11.7% Yes!
  11.7% Complete

1036 votes