Wanted man caught
A Waikato man who had been on the run was found and arrested by armed police in Te Puke yesterday. The man, in his 30s, was wanted in relation to a violent firearms incident in Horotiu on Saturday.
The incident involved the man's pregnant partner allegedly being assaulted. The armed offenders squad raided the Hastings St house where the man was sleeping and arrested him about 6.30am.
Maternity security
Extra security was called on at Tauranga Hospital's maternity ward yesterday. The extra guards were positioned to help protect a patient from her violent partner entering the ward.
Oropi Rd closure
Oropi Road between Maleme Street and Chadwick Road will be closed on Saturday and Sunday to allow resurfacing work to be done. Detours will be in place. Access for residents will be maintained.
Correction
The deadline for kiwifruit growers to decide whether they will convert to the new G3 gold kiwifruit variety is 5pm on Wednesday, May 30.