New Zealand / Emergency Services

Christchurch cordon lifted after bomb squad called in

16:41 pm on 5 January 2026

Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER

Cordons have been removed from a Christchurch property where an item of concern was found this morning.

Police were called to St Barnabas Street in Fendalton at about 9.15am on Monday.

The Defence Force explosive bomb disposal team recovered the item, and it will be disposed of.

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