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Fireworks Attack Sparks Calls to Ban Sales

11/8/2025

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The Papakura Lawnmowers incident injured two people when a car allegedly fired fireworks at a man.
Witness Webster pursued vehicle after the incident and provided its number plate to police, who arrested two suspects.
The targeted man suffered a burn-like injury and breathing difficulty.
Webster called for banning fireworks sales, echoing Winston Peters, who introduced a bill to prohibit them citing public safety concerns and impacts on pets and emergency services.

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Story summary

The Papakura Lawnmowers incident injured two people when a car allegedly fired fireworks at a man.
Witness Webster pursued vehicle after the incident and provided its number plate to police, who arrested two suspects.
The targeted man suffered a burn-like injury and breathing difficulty.
Webster called for banning fireworks sales, echoing Winston Peters, who introduced a bill to prohibit them citing public safety concerns and impacts on pets and emergency services.