A 43-year-old man was arrested on Monday after police found drugs and firearms in his possession.

The items were discovered during a police operation at the suspect’s house, as well as other residences and vehicles in his name between 7am to 12pm on Monday.

Officers found a single-barrelled hunting shotgun, a double-barrelled hunting shotgun, an air rifle, and 27 cannabis plants.

Police also found seven bird trapping nests and a basket with 67 lime sticks.