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Read in-depth feature stories, news articles and the president's column from each issue of Police News.

President's Column: Complex cannabis debate demands fact-based approach

President's Column NZPA

After protracted coalition negotiations, the Government has decided that next year’s cannabis referendum will be a simple yes/no vote based on details…

President's Column: Police and public bond strengthened

President's Column NZPA

We are now seven weeks on from the tragic events in Christchurch, and it is fair to say that the domestic and international response has been so…

President's Column: Bravery, leadership and aroha triumph over terror

President's Column NZPA

I suspect few New Zealanders will ever forget the horror of March 15, 2019, when the violence we all hoped New Zealand would remain immune from was…

President's Column: More cops will boost trust and confidence

President's Column Chris Cahill

A key measure the Government has set for Police is to earn and keep the trust and confidence of New Zealanders.

President's Column: By our members, for our members

President's Column Chris Cahill

Whenever I am called about a member in need of welfare support, I know the Police Association can respond because we have a very strong welfare system…

President's Column: Wins of 2018

President's Column Chris Cahill

As we come to the end of the year, it is good to reflect on some of the "wins" of 2018.