Herby Ngawhika
Herby Ngawhika is the area commander for Rotorua police, overseeing local law enforcement initiatives. He has publicly supported community efforts to assist vulnerable populations, including the homeless, while also emphasizing the police's focus on addressing antisocial behavior in the area.
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Herby Ngawhika is the Rotorua area commander who worked to improve the city under Tim Anderson's leadership.
Assistant Commissioner Tim Anderson on Mauao slip response and leadership
New Zealand· 2026-02-17
Inspector Herby Ngawhika said police worked 'incredibly hard' with partners to help ensure the city was a safe place to live and work.
Safe City Guardians now patrolling Rotorua Central mall and carparkNew Zealand· 2025-06-22
Rotorua’s area commander, Inspector Herby Ngawhika, said the police role was to ensure council staff could conduct their work without incident.
Rotorua homeless trespassed in Amohia St in council operation with policeNew Zealand· 2025-06-11
Police area commander Inspector Herby Ngawhika said he had met Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell earlier in the week.
Rotorua homeless camp outside Salvation Army causing local business to lose moneyNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Inspector Herby Ngawhika said police were called to the scene and offered support to the victim.
Rotorua food charity worker allegedly attacked while setting up free serviceNew Zealand· 2025-03-25
Ngawhika is the area commander inspector who discussed the police's role in ensuring safety during the protests.
Lake Rotokākahi protest expected as Tarawera sewerage project restarts amid new legal stoushNew Zealand· 2025-02-24
Rotorua police area commander Inspector Herby Ngawhika said earlier in the week police welcomed any initiative to help vulnerable people.
Operation FTP in Rotorua: Operation Trolley protest goes ahead despite risk of hefty fineNew Zealand· 2025-02-14
