Tag: unlawful_hunting

Youths Apprehended for Unlawful Stag Hunting in Central Otago

27 May 2026 2:48 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

New Zealand Police have referred two youths to youth justice after they unlawfully hunted two prize stags in Bendigo, Central Otago. Firearms and antlers were seized, highlighting ongoing poaching concerns in the district.

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Wairarapa Police Target Illegal Hunting

18 Jul 2025 12:12 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Masterton Police are cracking down on unlawful hunting in the Wairarapa, with arrests made and court appearances scheduled for multiple individuals. Police urge the public to report suspicious activity.

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