In this issue, there's a story on the introduction of a new Code of Conduct for all Police employees - a first in NZ Police history.

In the community, the public's cooperation during Sir Edmund Hillary's state funeral is commended; and recent workshops are helping spread the word on community policing.

Two stories outline how Police staff are helping needy children in vastly different ways - in Afghanistan and on New Zealand's West Coast.

In the 'Leading from the Front' section, three articles outline recent Police and Customs successes against drug importations; the award-winning Police leadership programme; and a new exhibition at the NZ Police Museum celebrating bravery and heroism.

Rob Lee
Acting Editor Ten-One

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New Code of Conduct in place

The New Zealand Police Code of Conduct, outlining the expected behaviour and performance of all sworn and nonsworn staff, came into effect on 1 February 2008.

The introduction of a Code of Conduct for all staff was a central recommendation in Dame Margaret Bazley’s 2007 report resulting from the Commission of Inquiry into Police Conduct.

Hillary state funeral - public attitude commended

Auckland Police have applauded the public’s well demonstrated cooperation throughout Sir Edmund Hillary’s state funeral on 22 January.

Operations Commander, Inspector Derek Davison, says if ever there was an occasion when it was possible to achieve perfection, this was it.

Workshops promote community policing

A cross section of key partners and practitioners are now better informed about the refreshed approach to community policing, following a series of workshops in December last year.

Dolls delight Bamiyan children

Operation Highland staff have brought some joy to children in Afghanistan in the form of dolls hand-made in Wellington.

Long legs of the law

Late last year, West Coast Police members ran a five-day, 600km relay north from Haast to Karamea to raise awareness, support and funds toward the construction of a holiday home near Shantytown for individuals and families affected by disability.