Police investigate alleged arson at Ōrewa cafe

Monday 3 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 3 Nov 2025, 5:51pm

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Police have launched Operation Governor to investigate an alleged arson at the Sunflour Cafe in Ōrewa over the weekend. Authorities are investigating whether the blaze is linked to a previous pub fire in Auckland. This incident follows three other reported cases of damage to local businesses.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 3 Nov 2025, 5:50pm

   Police investigate Ōrewa cafe arson, remain ‘open-minded’ over link to Auckland pub fire (opens in new tab)

2. RNZMon 3 Nov 2025, 5:51pm

   Cafe arson follows three other cases of damage to local businesses (opens in new tab)