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The recovery effort at Mount Maunganui following last week’s landslide remains ongoing today, as the operation moves into week two.
Superintendent Tim Anderson, Bay of Plenty District Commander says this has been a challenging operation for everybody involved.
“As this operation reaches week two, it gives a great indication of the sheer scale of what we are working with here.”
Police continue to call on staff from out of district
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Police want to thank Southland locals and visitors for excellent behaviour on the roads and at events over the Waitangi weekend.
“We’re pleased to say there have been no real issues throughout the Burt Munro event, which is outstanding,” says Southland Area Commander, Inspector Mike Bowman.
“We want to thank our community and people that travelled to Southland for playing their part in keeping our roads safe.”
As the weekend comes to an end, Police are reminding people to take their time and drive to the conditions.
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One person has died after a single-motorcycle crash on Horseshoe Bush Road, Dairy Flat, early this morning.
Emergency services were called to the scene about 1.30am.
Sadly, the sole rider died at the scene.
The scene has been examined by the Serious Crash Unit and the road has now reopened.
The death will be referred to the Coroner.
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