Images released showing conditions at Tom Phillips' campsite
Wednesday 10 September 2025 · 5 outlets · 3 reports · updated 
Police have released new photos showing the conditions where Tom Phillips' children were living, including images of sleeping and cooking areas. Child advocate Jane Searle has called for the children's privacy to be respected as they begin a new reality. The site was located with assistance from one of Phillips' children.
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NZ Herald
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New images of Tom Philips' camp shed light on how they were living (opens in new tab)
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The Post via Waikato Times
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