Customs officer reports increase in drug imports at Auckland Airport

Wednesday 16 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 16 Jul 2025, 5:01am

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A customs officer at Auckland Airport says drug trafficking has increased from a trickle to a flood. Smugglers are reportedly no longer using meticulous concealment methods, with substances frequently being found in cargo or mail. Officials are focusing on intercepting these imports before they reach New Zealand shores.

How they headlined it

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1. NewsroomWed 16 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   Stemming the drug tide at Auckland Airport (opens in new tab)

2. RNZWed 16 Jul 2025, 5:01am

   Battling the flood of drugs at Auckland Airport (opens in new tab)