Cannabis was recovered during the two-day police operation in rural Southland. Photo: NZ PoliceTwo people have been arrested after a drug bust in rural Southland. Over the past two days, police in eastern Southland targeted suppliers, during Operation Nightforce, with help from extra staff in the district and a drug detection dog from Te Waipounamu. Senior Sergeant Gary Iddenten, of Southern Police, said the operation targeted several properties and two people were arrested without incident. "We will continue to target those who supply drugs - no matter where you live.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 12, 2026 21:19 UTC