Whangarei Community Patrol 2

28/08/2026

24/06/2026

Whangārei Community Patrol – Monthly Activity Snapshot

Our volunteers continued their strong commitment to community safety this month,
contributing 88 hours and 56 minutes on patrol and covering 731 kilometres across
the Whangārei District. Their presence provided reassurance, visibility, and timely
reporting across a wide range of incidents.

Patrol Activity Overview

Patrollers engaged with a variety of situations, supporting both Police and the wider
community. Key activity included:

Property Incidents — 14
Checks of commercial and residential properties, unsecured sites, and suspicious
activity around buildings.

Vehicle‑Related Incidents — 36
Observations included abandoned vehicles, unsafe parking, and behaviour requiring
Police or Council notification.

Suspicious Persons — 2
Individuals observed acting in a way that raised concern, monitored and reported to
ensure community safety.

Disorder — 1
A single disorder event was monitored and escalated appropriately.

Police Special Service Request — 1
Support provided directly at the request of Police, reinforcing our strong operational
partnership.

Community Meeting — 1
Engagement with community partners to strengthen prevention and collaboration.

Other Incidents — 1
Miscellaneous observations that did not fit standard categories but were still important
to record.

Strengthening Safety Through Presence

The high number of property and vehicle‑related observations this month highlights
the value of visible patrols in deterring crime, identifying risks early, and supporting
Police intelligence. Our volunteers continue to demonstrate professionalism, vigilance,
and care for the community — qualities that make a real difference on the ground.
Looking Ahead
As we move into the next month, we remain focused on prevention, visibility, and
partnership. Thank you to all our volunteers for their dedication, and to our
community for your ongoing support.

14/06/2026

Police warn those with hidden safety phones to switch them off from 6 to 7pm. 👇

08/06/2026

The Government has introduced an Emergency Management Bill to replace the Civil Defence Emergency Management Act 2002. Learn more about the Bill.

05/06/2026

A Dargaville man who relies on his bike as his only mode of transport, including volunteering on the rugby side-lines every weekend, has had his pride and joy returned to him by Police.

For Dominic Nichols, his mountain bike is essential.

As he doesn’t drive and works full-time at the Greenways Trust, a local organisation supporting people with a range of disabilities, his bike is vital for travelling to work, attending appointments, and staying connected within the community.

Dominic is also a familiar figure locally, volunteering his time with the Western Sharks Rugby Club and supporting Kaihu’s B team, often seen on the sidelines rain, hail or shine.

Dargaville Police Sergeant Kiley Dalbeth says when Dominic’s bike was stolen from outside the Dargaville Library at around 5pm on 26 May, it had a significant impact.

“The community quickly stepped in to support him, sharing posts online to help locate the bike, starting a fundraiser, and even loaning him a replacement bike in the interim.”

Sergeant Dalbeth says CCTV footage from around the area was reviewed, identifying a youth riding away on the bike, taking the helmet as well.

Enquiries led Police to a Dargaville address, where the bike was located and recovered before being returned to Dominic.

“Returning stolen property is always a rewarding outcome for Police.
“He was just so pleased to see his bike — he was actually speechless.”

Dominic described discovering his bike was missing as “worrying and shocking”.

“It’s an old bike but it gets me everywhere.

“I want to say thanks to Police for finding it… I’m just bummed about not getting the helmet back,” he says.

He also thanked members of the public for their support.

“Thanks for caring about my stolen bike and for loaning me one.”

After a quick mechanical check, Dominic is once again back on the road around Dargaville.

A 14-year-old teenager will be referred to Youth Aid.

03/06/2026

A collection of miscellaneous items have been handed into Whangārei Police and we would like to find the owner.

There are a number of lighters, watches and badges that will mean something to the owners.

If they are yours or you think you might know who they might belong to please come to Whangārei station and ask for our Property Officers.

03/06/2026

26/05/2026