52 days ago

Pahiatua homicide: Police locate victim's vehicle

The Team from Manawatu, Taranaki, Whanganui-Ruapehu Police

Police investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Pahiatua have located a car that was taken from the victim’s address.

Officers were called to a residential address on Arthur Street in Pahiatua about 4.40pm on Wednesday, where they located the woman deceased.

It was later established the victim’s red, late-model Mitsubishi ASX VRX station wagon, registration QGU91, was missing.

Detective Senior Sergeant David Thompson, Area Investigations Manager, said the vehicle was located in the Rotorua area late on Thursday morning.

“Nobody was with the vehicle, and we are working to identify who the driver was. We hope the public can help us with and need to hear from anyone who saw this car travelling the central North Island, between Pahiatua and Rotorua.

“If you think you saw this vehicle, please speak with us as you may have information that’s invaluable to the investigation.”

If you can help, please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 251015/6286.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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We want to know: Do you have an emergency plan and stored supplies at home? Do you have any suggestions for anyone looking to get their emergency response kit ready?

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Are you prepared for an emergency?
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  • 73.7% No
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4 days ago

A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?

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