Articles
The Police Association investigates and researches a range of topical issues that affect our members and policing in general. Publishing our findings by way of articles, featured in Police News and on our website, is one of the ways we keep members and the public informed and up-to-date on policing matters.
Under-age and under the radar
Deb Stringer explores the shadowy world of illegal prostitution in South Auckland.
Child Protection Teams today
‘We can’t drop the ball on child abuse files again’. Ellen Brook reports on the state of child protection teams today.
A day in the life of... a Police Licensing and Vetting Services team
Each year, police staff process more than 500,000 applications from 8000 government and community organisations to vet prospective employees.
Running the PCT gauntlet
The physical competency test (PCT) has been considered a credible assessment of police fitness for more than 25 years. But now it is being used as a blunt instrument to thump some frontline officers.
Taking off with Wing 276
With a mixture of enthusiasm and trepidation, the 40 recruits of Wing 276 started their training last January at the Police College in Porirua.
A day in the life of a… Police iwi liaison officer
Building relationships and breaking down barriers between Maori and Police is the main role of an iwi liaison officer. Deb Stringer reports.
Day in the life of an… Image Management Officer
There are more than 1.3 million faces recorded in New Zealand Police’s database. It’s a vast resource that image specialists use to create photo line-ups to help identify offenders. Deb Stringer reports.
Meth Kids
Research on children living in homes used as methamphetamine labs confirms police concerns over the risks. Ellen Brook reports.
Don't drink and tweet, staff warned
Police employees in Britain have been warned about the dangers of using social media while intoxicated.
No winners in Defence’s budget war
A damning report from the Auditor-General into Defence restructuring has some asking whether the same mistakes could be repeated in Police.
Restructuring - an Online Guide for Members
The Police Association has produced an online guide to answer members' questions about restructuring.
Security safe issue cracked
Up to 904 front cabin safes used to hold a Glock pistol and a Taser are being removed from frontline vehicles because of issues around security.
Day in the life of the... Police Negotiating Team
This police team goes to callouts armed only with their phones and the power of persuasion.
Important change to Police Fire & General Home Insurance
Lumley (NZ) Ltd, underwriter of Police Fire and General Insurance, has advised that home insurance will soon be provided on a Sum Insured value only.
Roster Care
Balancing the requirements of the workplace with the needs of individuals is never easy, so it’s not surprising that in Police’s new model of centralised “workforce management” not every piece is fitting snugly just yet.
A day in the life of... a Police Kapa Haka Group
Police kapa haka groups are a cultural mainstay at official events and ceremonies, providing a “feelgood” factor that comes straight from the singers.
Year of Change
About the only thing that has remained constant this year is change. By Ellen Brook.
To Cordon, Contain and Appeal: The Origins of the AOS
Early next year is the 50th anniversary of the killing of four police officers whose deaths became the catalyst for forming the Armed Offenders Squad.
Police Home Loan Package News
The coming together of ANZ and The National Bank is very good news for anz@work Police Home Loan package members.
Lighting the Way
After almost three decades of charity work, the Blue Light organisation is this month due to sign a new memorandum of understanding with the body that it works most closely with – Police.
Social Media Minefield
As social media use grows, so too do the number of cases, here and overseas, where employees who post negative comments about their employers may find themselves without a job.
Wheels for Africa
Graham Elliott, managing director of Elliott Travel, one of the Police Association’s Member Discount providers, recently organised a mountain biking trip to Tanzania in east Africa, famed for its scenery and wildlife.
Police Success depends on 'Investment First'
"Crime and crash reduction", "community policing", "Policing 2000', or "Prevention First" - the success of any Police strategy depends on "investment first".
The New Reality
A fundamental shift in the way the public sector is financed and run is presenting challenges to employee organisations not just in New Zealand but around the world. Those attending this year’s Police Association Annual Conference heard the same message – austerity, budget cuts and, worryingly, a trend towards painting unions as part of the problem.
Police Remembrance Day 2012
The wider police family gathered on Monday, October 1, to mark Police Remembrance Day with ceremonies around the country.
Close to the Madding Crowd
Despite having limited training and backup, frontline police have become the default primary responders to an increasing number of mental health crises.
Day in the life of... the Maritime Unit
Police Maritime Units are the first port of call when there’s trouble at sea. Ellen Brook reports.
Lumley Rates Well in Independent Survey
Following the results of a recent survey by voluntary organisation InsuranceWatch, members with Police Fire & General Insurance can feel safe in the knowledge they will be well looked after should disaster strike.
Colleagues Remembered at Rugby Tournament
Two of the games at this year’s New Zealand Police Rugby Tournament in Auckland were dedicated to the memories of two police officers who died this year.
Beginner’s Guide to Police Harassment
A North Island police station received a question from a resident asking how police can continually harass people and get away with it. In response, a sergeant posted this reply.
