Stolen trophy mysteriously returns before woman’s sentencing in Whangārei

A valuable gold-carved trophy, the Mick Griffin Memorial trophy, stolen from former Bay of Islands college deputy principal Cherry Daly during a burglary, mysteriously reappeared at her home just days before a woman linked to the theft was set to appear in court. Valued at over $130,000, the trophy holds personal significance for Daly, honoring her grandfather’s legacy in woodchopping.

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