International operation disrupts methamphetamine syndicate targeting New Zealand

Monday 22 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 22 Sep 2025, 6:51pm

In this story NZ Customs Service, Australian Federal Police, Australian Border Force

New Zealand Customs intercepted approximately 10kg of methamphetamine concealed in speakers between April and June 2025. The seizure, valued at an estimated $3 million, was part of a year-long international operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking syndicate.

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1. StuffMon 22 Sep 2025, 4:45pm

   International sting stops millions of dollars in methamphetamine being funnelled into NZ (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsMon 22 Sep 2025, 6:51pm

   $3m of meth concealed in parcels of speakers (opens in new tab)