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Read in-depth feature stories, news articles and the president's column from each issue of Police News.

President's column: Whistling up rumours can ruin reputations

President's Column NZPA

Whistleblowing or unprofessional gossip? It’s a big question given the often-irreparable damage caused by those who shield themselves with the cloak…

Meth’s chilling grip on Aotearoa

Featured Articles NZPA

With methamphetamine surging through Aotearoa and support services unable to keep pace, Police Association members are facing even greater risk.…

Between a ROCC and a hard drug

Featured Articles NZPA

When methamphetamine use in Porirua doubled virtually overnight, the response didn’t begin with arrests. It started with picking up a phone – and a…

Iam Keen - June 2025

Featured Articles NZPA

This column is written by a frontline police member. It does not represent the views or policies of the Police Association.

The measure of a woman

Featured Articles NZPA

Research by a former officer has found that Police has a way to go to create an environment where female officers can thrive. ELLEN BROOK reports.

President's column: Priorities sometimes back to front

Featured Articles President's Column NZPA

What constitutes “front line” in the context of policing is often debated, even within Police, and definitions tend to vary in accordance with the…