Man arrested after recording device found in Mount Maunganui childcare centre

Tuesday 28 July 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 28 Jul, 4:15pm

A 53-year-old man has been arrested and charged after a recording device was discovered in a staff bathroom at a Mount Maunganui early childhood centre. Police stated that no children were identified in any of the recordings. The man is due to appear in the Tauranga District Court on 3 August.

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1. 1NewsTue 28 Jul, 3:03pm

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2. StuffTue 28 Jul, 3:29pm

   Early childhood teacher arrested over hidden recording device (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldTue 28 Jul, 4:15pm

   Early childhood teacher accused of filming in a staff bathroom (opens in new tab)