Waitematā Police have uncovered an Aladdin's Cave of stolen property at a search warrant in Sunnynook on Wednesday.
Stolen tools, drugs, cash and a firearm were recovered at the address yesterday by the Waitematā East Tactical Crime Unit.
A 38-year-old man has been arrested and faces charges including unlawful possession of a firearm, ammunition and methamphetamine and receiving stolen property.
Waitematā East Area Commander, Inspector Stefan Sagar says the team are now working to identify and return the recovered property to the owner, or owners.
"We believe most of the stolen property recovered has been taken from properties right across Tāmaki Makaurau.
"This is a fantastic outcome and is yet another example of Police responding and apprehending those responsible for these crimes in our community.
"We have zero tolerance for this type of offending, and will continue to hold those responsible to account."
In some cases the property has not been reported stolen or is not easily identifiable, Inspector Sagar says.
"This is a timely reminder for tradies to ensure they are reporting these incidents to us so we can take action.
