Tag: cultivation

Police Seize 150 Cannabis Plants in Ngāruawāhia Bust

9 Jul 2026 10:49 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

New Zealand Police seized approximately 150 cannabis plants in Ngāruawāhia following a search warrant. The cultivation operation involved various police teams, with ongoing enquiries expected to lead to arrests soon.

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Cannabis Operation Busted in Ashburton, One Arrested

16 Jul 2025 2:32 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Acting on a tip-off, police in Ashburton discovered a large cannabis growing operation, seizing drugs and cash. A 54-year-old man has been charged and will appear in court.

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