A young girl has undergone reconstructive surgery in hospital after being mauled by a bull mastiff in Masterton on Saturday, one of two dog attacks over the weekend which have sparked debate over dog control laws.

Two police officers are in Masterton Hospital with minor injuries after their vehicle crashed into a power pole this afternoon.

An apprentice mechanic whose dream car was torched in Masterton on Saturday has been swamped with offers of parts from all around the country.

A coroner has called for the Government to immediately investigate making the wearing of helmets compulsory and tightening other safety regulations.