Crime Prevention Unit Training 2008

Zones 1 and 2 Regional Meeting (20th and 21st February 2008)

• Zones 1 and 2 Region Meeting Invitation (MS Word 38KB)
• Programme (MS Word 33KB)
• Registration Form (MS Word 37KB)

Zones 1 and 2 Regional Meeting (20th and 21st February 2008)

Novotel Tainui Hotel Hamilton

The Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) is holding a regional meeting for our crime prevention partners in Zones 1 and 2 (Northland through to Hamilton and the Mid North Island including the Bay of Plenty) in Hamilton on the 20th and 21st of February.

The CPU is inviting representatives from Territorial Authorities (TAs) that we are currently working with to attend this meeting, and have attached a programme outline for the two days. We are happy to cover all costs associated with attending (except for travel to and from the meeting) for two council representatives to attend on both days (with accommodation included where required).

Those attending will be informed about the ‘Small Grants’ funding round which is planned for March/April this year, crime prevention/reduction policy work currently being undertaken at the Ministry, and will be introduced to CPU’s new approach to graffiti vandalism – which is affecting many communities nationally. There will be time to network, share information on crime prevention initiatives that are working well and challenges faced, and to explore options for ongoing support (including regional meetings and training) for TAs that work in partnership with the Crime Prevention Unit.

The CPU strongly advises TAs to send two representatives working in different roles, ie ideally one who works operationally and another involved in relevant (crime and safety) policy and/or strategic development. This is likely to be most beneficial to your council.

Who else other than TA representatives would benefit from attending the meeting on the 20th?

On Wednesday the 20th the afternoon session will focus on addressing graffiti vandalism. If relevant staff members at your council have a particular interest in, or are currently carrying out graffiti vandalism initiatives in your area, (or can identify potential partners to undertake this work), an invitation is extended to these people (council and other) to attend this session.

Please note: The CPU appreciates that those attending the Graffiti Vandalism session may well be travelling with council staff. Where this is so, they are welcome to join in other sessions and will be catered for, including accommodation if required.

For further information

If you require further information please contact the Senior Adviser in your Zone.