'Safer Communities' investment package
Date Published:
April 2017
On 2 February 2017, Prime Minister Bill English announced the Safer Communities investment package, a $503m investment in policing and the wider justice sector.
This announcement came after the submission of a final Cabinet paper by Minister of Police, Hon Paula Bennett.
This final Cabinet paper came after a number of draft papers and briefings which have been included below as part of a proactive release of information.
These documents are redacted versions and are being released on behalf of Minister Bennett and Police.
Updates of some downloadable resources
February 2017
Some of the downloadable documents in the Keeping Ourselves Safe, Kia Kaha and Healthy Body, Healthy Mind (Choice) sections have been updated. Updated documents are identified by a tag in red italics.
Briefing to the Incoming Minister 2016
Date Published:
February 2017
The Briefing to the Incoming Minister 2016 was given to Hon Paula Bennett in December 2016 and outlines the key achievements, challenges and future areas of policing in New Zealand. The briefing is written by the Commissioner of Police and is presented to the incoming Minister of Police.
The briefing gives an overview of New Zealand Police, the changes achieved through Policing Excellence, and an overview of the challenges and work to come. It describes the extent of cross agency work as well as summarises Police’s functions, the legislation administered and the relationship between the Minister of Police and New Zealand Police.
New 'Safer Schools' resource
February 2017
New Loves-Me-Not introductory video
January 2017
Nigel Latta introduces a new 10-minute video that explains how Loves-Me-Not teaches senior secondary school students about healthy relationships. The film encourages parents to talk with their teenage children about navigating relationships and avoiding relationship abuse.
Whilst primarily aimed at parents, this video is suitable for anyone at all who wishes to know more about Loves-Me-Not.
Loves-Me-Not resources updated for 2017
January 2017
The Loves-Me-Not resources have been revised as a result of feedback from last year's delivery in 72 secondary schools throughout New Zealand. The updated 2017 resources can now be downloaded from the Loves-Me-Not page.