Police complete scene examination of Tom Phillips' bush camps
Friday 12 September 2025 · 5 outlets · 7 reports · updated 
Police are nearing completion of scene examinations at remote campsites used by Tom Phillips and his children in Waitomo. Authorities have released aerial photos of amassed items and warned that trespassers on the private property could face prosecution once cordons are lifted.
How they headlined it
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1News
Photos show stash of items as police continue Phillips investigations (opens in new tab)
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NZ Herald
Police finish search of Tom Phillips’ bush camps ahead of road reopening (opens in new tab)
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Stuff
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RNZ
New photos reveal stash amassed by Tom Phillips (opens in new tab)
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Otago Daily Times
Public warned to not trespass on Phillips' bush hideouts (opens in new tab)
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