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

September 24, 2025 The Turnaround

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 The Turnaround

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 The Turnaround

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.

Tourism New Zealand Leverages GuideGeek Travel AI Technology to Drive Engagement in Fully Playable Minecraft Destination

July 29, 2025 Official News Releases

Travelers planning a trip to New Zealand can now get inspiration and tips from an AI trip planner powered by Matador Network’s industry-leading GuideGeek chat platform.

Paddy the Wanderer: A closer look at Wellington’s beloved canine companion

June 2, 2025 The Turnaround

During the Great Depression, the streets of Wellington were graced by the presence of an extraordinary Airedale Terrier known as Paddy the Wanderer, who remains beloved more than eight decades after his death.

Search efforts for missing Milford Sound tramper set to resume

May 8, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Search efforts for a missing tramper in New Zealand’s Milford Sound are set to resume.