Resource Management Act 1991, ss 327, 328
If an enforcement officer from the local council thinks you’re making too much noise (for example, loud music at a party), they can issue you an Excessive Noise Direction (END), ordering you to reduce the noise to a reasonable level.
The direction takes effect straightaway and lasts for three days (72 hours).
If you don’t obey that direction, the enforcement officer can come back with the police and take away the source of the noise, like your stereo or other sound equipment.