Friday, September 18, 2026

Police warn South Taranaki farmers after spike in rural burglaries

South Taranaki news
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South Taranaki Police would like to remind rural communities to be vigilant, and to not let their guards down when it comes to security.

With spring being a busy time for farmers, Police have seen a number of burglaries where fuel, firewood, hot water cylinders, and tools have been targeted.

Senior Sergeant Andrew Russ, South Taranaki Area Response Manager, says Police urge the community to get in touch with Police if they see any suspicious or unlawful activity occurring in the area.

“We believe there have been a number of burglaries that have not been reported and we ask the community to report any unlawful activity, even if it seems low level.

“When a report is made, it builds a picture of where we need to be, and we need the public’s help in making our community safer.”



Police also encourage members of the community to take a few quick steps to help prevent themselves from being targeted.

“The biggest deterrent to crime is prevention, and most rural burglaries and thefts occur at properties with no to little security in place,” Senior Sergeant Russ says.

“Storing equipment securely away from public view and locking gates and sheds are effective.

“If possible, installing preventative tools like sensor lights, CCTV cameras, signage, pin-code gates, and driveway or building alarms can also deter this activity.”

If you see any suspicious or unlawful behaviour happening, please contact Police immediately on 111, with as much information as you can safely gather.

Non-emergencies or information reported after-the-fact can be provided online at 105.police.govt.nz, or by calling 105. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Image credit: Grant Duff

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6 COMMENTS

  1. The level and extent of this drug problem in NZ which manifests itself in crime violence misery and suffering
    Brings up the logic that there must be a big consumer based market and demand for these life altering illicit drugs
    It is a bit like race mixing which is gradually consuming NZ not knowing who or what in fact You are talking to
    Instead in this case it is “who is on what”
    Not a case of “what is not”

  2. Why warn the farmers we have drug dealers living up the road there drive way is busier the the kfc drive tru police do drive by twice a day have done for a couple of years
    Have sent them video footage and nothing has ever happened
    You have to wonder

  3. Well, you are less likely to find the stuff you will need after the globalist agenda is in place, in the urban centers, so this does not surprise me. Most farmers will be somewhat if not completely prepared for the collapse.

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