Border Patrol

The series tracks New Zealand Customs officers as they patrol the nation’s frontiers, inspecting cargo, luggage and travellers. Their mission is to stop illegal goods from entering the country, showcasing the daily challenges and varied strategies involved in border protection.

This programme offers viewers a behind‑the‑scenes look at New Zealand Customs officers as they go about their daily responsibilities. It centres on the work carried out by these agents, giving the audience a clear sense of what life is like for the people tasked with protecting the nation’s frontiers. The core of the series follows the officers as they strive to stop illegal items from slipping through the country’s borders. Each episode tracks their investigations, inspections and interceptions, highlighting the constant vigilance required to keep prohibited goods out of New Zealand. Throughout the show, the agents’ ongoing quest to safeguard the border is presented as a continuous effort, underscoring the importance of their role in national security. By documenting their procedures and the challenges they face, the programme paints a detailed picture of how New Zealand Customs works to maintain the integrity of the nation’s entry points.