A series of raids following a "routine arrest" in Southland led to the seizure of drugs and over $60,000 in cash.
Six people were arrested in the operation earlier this week, with around $61,000 in cash, as well as quantities of LSD, ketamine, MDMA, and cannabis being found.
Sergeant Holly Mauheni said the raids came after investigators "dug a little deeper" following a "routine arrest".
Police said 30 charges were filed relating to the supply of Class A, B and C controlled drugs.
Three men, aged 18, 19, and 30, were due to appear in the Invercargill District Court on June 2.
A 33-year-old woman was due in court on 19 May, while a 30-year-old woman and a 46-year-old man were summoned to appear at a later date.
"Inquiries remain ongoing and further charges and arrests are likely," Mauheni said.
"We’ll continue targeting those who profit from drugs and the harm they cause. That remains a clear priority for us.”
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