Police increase presence for gang tangi in Hawke’s Bay

Monday 13 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12:41pm

In this story Lincoln Sycamore

Extra police patrols are monitoring roads in Waipawa and Flaxmere due to two gang tangi taking place on Monday. Authorities have communicated expectations to gang leaders regarding public behaviour, specifically concerning the wearing of gang insignia and intimidating conduct.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 13 Oct 2025, 9:06am

   Two gang tangi convoys to be monitored by police in Hawke’s Bay (opens in new tab)

2. RNZMon 13 Oct 2025, 12:41pm

   Two gang tangi attract extra police to Hawke's Bay (opens in new tab)