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Tower of London custard plot crumbled thanks to Kiwi cop on holiday

December 9, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A New Zealand Police officer has proven once again that an officer is never off-duty, even during an overseas holiday, after he intervened when protesters targeted the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London.

Originair to launch twice-daily Blenheim–Christchurch flights Oct. 19

September 26, 2025 Sightseers AI

Christchurch Airport says regional carrier Originair will start twice-daily services between Blenheim and Christchurch on Oct. 19, which officials said will preserve a key South Island connection.

Christchurch Airport goes ticketless across all car parks

September 25, 2025 Sightseers AI

Christchurch Airport has introduced ticketless parking across its five car parks, using licence plate recognition to automate entry and exit.

Police seize $58 million, destroy 10 tonnes of cannabis in Auckland raids

September 24, 2025 Sightseers AI

Police in Auckland, New Zealand, say they have seized more than $58 million in criminal assets and destroyed more than 10 tonnes of cannabis during a month-long crackdown on organized crime.

One person seriously injured in crash on Auckland’s Victoria Street

September 24, 2025 Sightseers AI

One person is in serious condition following a two-vehicle crash on Victoria Street in central Auckland.

New Zealand Police managing protest in central Auckland

September 12, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A police operation is underway in Auckland to manage an anti-Israeli protest in the central part of the city.

Auckland protest moved to Auckland CBD after police warn of unsafe Harbour Bridge conditions

September 12, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Police say protest organizers have shifted their anti-Israel march away from the Auckland Harbour Bridge due to forecasts of unsafe high winds.

Police warn of major delays during planned protest on Auckland Harbour Bridge

September 11, 2025 Sightseers AI

Police are urging Auckland motorists to expect significant delays on Tuesday as protestors plan to march across the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Tourist trap: why charging entry fees at iconic NZ natural attractions could have hidden costs

September 2, 2025 The Conversation

Recent calls from sections of the tourism industry to cut the international visitor levy (IVL) risk undermining one of the few bright spots in current government policies shaping the sector.

New Zealand Police appeal for information following Cook Strait mayday call

August 25, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

New Zealand Police are appealing for information after a mayday call reported a vessel in distress in the Cook Strait late Monday night.