A man who allegedly spat on Auckland police officers has tested negative after claiming to have coronavirus.

The April edition of the Police Association’s monthly magazine Police News is published in digital form only.

The nationwide lockdown has seen a rise in family violence comparable to the Christmas and New Year period, police say.

A low speed police chase through the Nelson city centre ended with one man arrested and charged.

Supermarkets around the country are ensuring essential workers get priority treatment when shopping.