Howdy Wānakians, I hope you’ve all been well.

On Monday a family harm event was attended. The individual was caught up with later and some supports put in place.

Tuesday saw some cannabis and associated paraphernalia crop up after a vehicle was stopped. All promptly confiscated for destruction and the driver dealt with accordingly. A note on this that drug driving is just as bad as drink driving and it is something that is becoming more apparent in the town.

Wednesday saw Search and Rescue mobilized for a personal locator beacon activation. The individual was able to be helicoptered out in the end. Great piece of kit these things are so even if you’re out in the hills for just a day walk, it could be useful to rent one out. Thank you to the volunteers from Wānaka Search and Rescue.

The evening had a stoush between friends when it couldn’t be agreed to go swimming or fix a tent. One friend threw a bottle at the window of the others’ car smashing it before hightailing it out of there.

Three drivers found themselves at the mercy of the elements and friends for the next three months when their licences were taken from them due to excessive demerit points.

Wānaka Interpol Division was activated when we assisted with travel arrangements for two tourists who had lost passports.

Thursday evening had a firearms license holder served with a revocation notice for some behaviour that brings into question if they are a fit and proper person to hold a license. A reminder to those who hold a gun license to keep your wits about you as the silly season approaches with end of year parties etc.

Friday had us dealing with an animal welfare matter, foot patrols in the CBD but in daylight hours, and a couple of other prevention talks with members of the community. The evening passed with little quandary except for an individual who had partaken in a few too many alcoholic beverages. A quick visit to our house was enough for them to realise they’d rather sleep at their house. When bars ask you to leave, then leave. You won’t get in trouble unless we turn up.

The next applicant for a sleep at the police station has ruined the chances for future drunks wanting a ride home because during his ride home he stole a police hat. His antics were unearthed when the Constable discovered during his shift his prized hat issued by our Commissioner was missing.

Stone the flaming crows, the hat was recovered the next day and the male arrested. Turns out he might have a penchant for these kinds of shenanigans as he has woken up with clothing items not owned by him before.

Saturday night a male from out of town thought it would be a good idea to try and steal a liquor bottle from behind the counter at a bar. He dropped the bottle and then spat at staff members when confronted.

A+ in how not to function as an adult. He was arrested and played up the whole time and his mum drove all the way from Dunedin to collect her 20-year-old child.

On Sunday a theft of a mountain bike was reported. If you see a decent looking full suspension green Giant Reign bike abandoned somewhere, give us a bell.

Take care everyone and have a good week.