Arrest after Tikipunga incident
A man sought by Northland Police after an incident in Tikipunga last Thursday has been found. The 37-year-old had 12 warrants for his arrest. On Tuesday evening, police found him at an address on Auckland's North Shore. He was taken into custody without further incident and was due to appear in the Waitākere District Court on Wednesday. Five additional burglary charges have been laid against the 37-year-old man, which means he is now facing 14 burglary charges overall. Police have also charged the man with possession for supply of methamphetamine. Police also located two modified firearms and recovered stolen items include a digger, worth around $50,000, that was allegedly stolen from Whangārei along with a trailer.
Speedway gears up
Whangārei speedway drivers and enthusiasts are dusting off their vehicles now they're able to get trackside after nearly a two-year wait. Since getting permission to get trackside after nearly two years of waiting, club president Rex Roycroft said it had been the longest he had never raced since starting nearly 60 years ago. In preparation for their return, drivers and pit crews have been removing spiders and mason bee homes from cars - even litters of newborn kittens. Drivers keen to take to the track must be registered by Friday night on Race Control. Competitors and all visitors are required to show vaccine passes at the main gate, drinks and food are not available under current red light settings. The Whangārei Saloon and Stock Car Club champs are scheduled for March 19. Look for updates on the club's Facebook page or for more information call president Rex Roycroft on 027 4865 078 or secretary Moana Selwyn on 021 0818 1593.
