Police cordon off Palmerston North suburb, public told to stay away

NZ Herald3 Aug, 2026 01:10 AMQuick ReadNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, August 3, 2026.

NZ First announces new childbirth funding policy. Act announces new classroom controlling policy. Video / NZ HeraldPeople are being asked to stay away from an area in Palmerston North as police respond to an incident.Acting Manawatū Area Commander Inspector Phil Ward said the public is advised to avoid the area around Wilson Cres, Highbury, which has been blocked off.

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Police cordon off Palmerston North suburb, public told to stay away

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