National Intelligence Operating Model (NIOM) reports

National Intelligence Operating Model (NIOM) reports

Date Published: 
October 2025
  • The National Intelligence Operating Model 2025 is a high-level summary of the structure and purpose of our Intelligence capability within New Zealand Police. It outlines what, why, and how Intelligence supports our vision of making New Zealand the safest country.

    This Builds on the earlier NIOM 2021.

  • The National Intelligence Operating Model 2021 establishes a clear way ahead for Intelligence within New Zealand Police. It offers a coherent overview of how Prevention, Intelligence and Evidence-based Policing combine to support our mission of preventing crime and harm.

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