Serial vandal targeting biographies of New Zealand women in Hamilton bookstore

RNZStuffWaikato TimesOtago Daily TimesNZ HeraldSunday 25 May 2025 · 5 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A Hamilton bookstore owner says a serial vandal is wilfully damaging biographies of high-profile New Zealand women. Staff members discovered ripped copies of Ruby Tui's and Honey Hireme-Smiler's books returned to the shelves. The owner described the repeated actions as disrespectful.

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First reported by RNZ, Sun 25 May 2025, 8:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 3 hours
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