Following a search, police in Pātea have made an arrest after several residential burglaries in the town over the past month.
Investigations are also under way in relation to vehicles parked on the roadside around Pātea being broken into.
Police said they wanted to reassure residents they were working hard to hold those responsible to account.
"We know the distress these offences can cause our community.
"If you are the victim of a burglary or theft, please let police know as soon as possible on 105."
