On Tuesday Robin told Panapa there was a happy ending, with Peaches being spotted among a group of goats on a local property.

"One, in particular, was alone and was a lot whiter than the rest," said Robin.

"We watch a lot of CI (Crime + Investigation), so we did our own investigating."

She said local police looked into the matter, and Peaches was soon on her way home to Bunter.

Northland police issued a statement saying they had investigated a burglary at a Maungaturoto property after someone got the owner's goat.

"Police didn't kid around and goat hold of CCTV footage and spoke with a number of people," it read.

As a result of this work, Peaches was located at a nearby property and was returned just before Christmas."

Poilce said at this stage no further action was being taken, which Peaches' owner was happy with.

"Bunter the cow, upset at the intrusion, is also understood to hold no beef," police said.