Border Patrol

The documentary follows New Zealand customs agents as they patrol the country’s ports, airports and land crossings, overseeing the flow of goods and travellers. It records their ongoing mission to detect and seize illegal items, preventing prohibited material from slipping through New Zealand’s borders.

This programme is a documentary that turns the camera onto the work of New Zealand customs agents. It presents a factual look at the people tasked with protecting the nation’s frontiers, offering viewers a behind‑the‑scenes perspective on their day‑to‑day responsibilities. The core of the series follows these customs officers as they pursue a clear objective: to stop illegal items from slipping through the country’s borders. Each episode tracks their efforts, showing how they identify, intercept and seize contraband before it can enter New Zealand. The narrative stays focused on their mission, highlighting the practical steps they take to keep prohibited goods out of the country. Beyond the central storyline, the documentary captures the broader context of border protection work. It illustrates the vigilance required, the coordination among team members and the constant alertness needed to spot potential breaches. By documenting real‑time operations, the series gives an unembellished view of the challenges faced by customs staff as they strive to uphold the law and safeguard the nation’s borders.