News & Updates

With summer arriving, many of us are making plans for annual holidays and time with loved ones. Central Otago, with its stunning landscapes and influx of visitors, becomes especially busy during the festive season. Unfortunately, this increase in tourism also coincides with a rise in theft and burglary. According to NZ Police, burglary and theft made up 73% of crime in the Central Otago region in 2024, a reminder that rural areas are not immune to opportunistic crime. Simple