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Police Probe Vandalism of Arkles Bay Memorial Tree

4/25/2026

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  • Police are investigating after the temporary memorial tree at Arkles Bay was vandalized early Wednesday morning.
  • Senior Sergeant Carl Fowlie of Waitemata North Police confirmed a report was made.
  • Auckland Council operations manager Sandra May said council staff and contractors did not cause the damage.
  • Shara-Lee is preparing a petition for a permanent plaque or bench and feels exhausted about the incident.