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Brass Plaques Stolen Twice in Whakatāne | Auckland News
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- Jul 20, 2026
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Summary
Three historic brass plaques from World War One and Two memorials in Whakatāne vanished twice—first in March, recovered, then stolen again between April and May—this time with significant damage. These aren’t just metal; they’re sacred community relics honoring fallen heroes. Metal theft is rampant in the area, prompting police to team up with scrap dealers and urge locals to report suspicious activity. A 52-year-old man has been charged with theft and receiving and is set to appear in court next month—hopefully bringing justice and closure to the community. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/466ec4d5a34929a4