We often hear that New Zealand is two years behind the rest of the world. While I’m not sure that rings true in 2024 with dynamic, modern communications networks bringing the world into our living rooms, it might well be playing out in police recruiting.

All eyes are on Police’s new Taser 10s – from the officers who can’t wait to get their hands on them to those waiting to see what difference they will make. CARLA AMOS reports.

For Constable Zane Wienk, every gym day is leg day. Not by choice. It’s to aid his recovery after he was deliberately mowed down by a fleeing driver and left for dead. CARLA AMOS reports.

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

The Metropolitan Police in London says it is saving 34,000 officer hours a month since it introduced the Right Care, Right Person (RCRP) mental health initiative.