Police, DoC, Fisheries, and Te Rūnaka conducted an operation targeting illegal whitebaiting at Waiau River mouth.

Southland's joint police, DoC, Fisheries, and Te Rūnaka operation targeted illegal whitebaiting at Waiau River mouth. No issues or observed illegal activities occurred, as whitebaiting is only permitted between September 1 and October 30, with specific time restrictions. Authorities encourage reporting suspicious activities and stress the importance of sustainable resource management during the season.