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Patroller Profile – Nick Swan

Patroller Profile – Nick Swan

CPNZ Patroller Profiles aim to shine a spotlight on the range of talents amongst our Patrollers, letting them tell their own stories in their own words. Through this project, CPNZ aims to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of CPNZ Patrollers and draw attention...

Word from the Chair – July 2021

It has been my most absolute pleasure to see some great district training initiatives around the country. You will have seen a few articles in recent editions, and there is one reported on in this edition from the Bay of Plenty. District training is now up and running...

Bay of Plenty District Training Day

Bay of Plenty District Training Day

The following was written by CPNZ Trust Board Chairperson, Chris Lawton A huge thank you to the Tauranga South Community Patrol (TSCP) for setting up the training day. Patrol Leader Maureen Kathan and Senior Constable Leanne Fairburn led the training ably assisted by...

Patrols Assist with Police Initiative

Patrols Assist with Police Initiative

NZ Police have been operating their Aggravated Robbery Initiative since 2017, which helps small businesses being targeted by burglars. Last year, Waikato Community Patrols were asked if they could assist Police with identifying small businesses at risk of robbery who...

Patroller Profiles – Kathy Wright

Patroller Profiles – Kathy Wright

Patroller Profiles is a new series aimed at shining a light on the fascinating and fantastic lives that CPNZ Patrollers lead outside of their volunteer work.  “Born and raised in Auckland, I entered nursing at the tender age of 17. With a flair for the dramatic, I...

Counties Manukau District Training Day

Counties Manukau District Training Day

Papakura Community Crimewatch Patrol played host to a training day on Sunday, April 11th. Attended by Patrollers from Pukekohe, Pokeno, Mt Wellington, & Waiuku Patrols, they received training from both our partners in Police and Fire & Emergency. This...

Word from the Chair – June 2021

I'm sure you will all be with me when I say my thoughts are with the people and communities of Canterbury currently suffering from floods and heavy rains. The Trust Board is behind any Patrols working to assist their communities with extra funds if required. It...

Palmerston North Patrol Responds to Rise in Burglaries

Palmerston North Patrol Responds to Rise in Burglaries

Palmerston North Patrol & their Patrol Leader, Toni Ferris, have noticed a recent rise in burglaries in their area. To help keep their communities safe, they've decided not to stand by, but to take action. A recent volunteer drive has seen several Patrollers...