An Auckland police chase covering about 60km has resulted in the recovery of a large haul of stolen goods, including medals.
Rodney police spotted a stolen Toyota Hilux in the early hours of Monday morning.
A police spokeswoman said the Hilux was spotted speeding on the motorway near Orewa about 3.30am and a pursuit began.
"It went through the Dome Valley, where the Eagle took over."
The Eagle helicopter followed the stolen car all the way to Mangawhai, where Wellsford officers spiked the tyres.