There’s a new superstar on the job at Auckland International Airport. Meet Ozark …

He’s a new Biosecurity New Zealand detector dog and after passing his training with flying colours, Ozark was paired with handler Jess, who couldn’t have been happier with her new partner.

They obviously make a great team because within their first few days together, Ozark busted some massive biosecurity risks - including big bags of beans, a packed lunch consisting of an egg, grapes and chicken nuggets, kilograms worth of sausages, bananas, and a bag packed full of chicken jerky … just to name a few.

All these finds were undeclared and disposed of. A few warnings were handed out, along with a bunch of $400 infringements. Remember to be aware of what you’re packing and to always declare items you’re not sure about when returning to New Zealand and remind visitors too.