Auckland’s city centre police station welcomed

Viv Beck, Chief Executive of Heart of the City says that “We’re very pleased with today’s announcement of a permanent police station for the city centre.   With overall crime trending down over the last year, this is key piece of the safety solution we have been seeking.   It will enable a faster and more effective response to crime in the city centre, act as a deterrent and provide a place people can go to report crime in person.”

“With pedestrian counts of around a million here each week and growth forecast ahead, it’s important to keep a strong focus on safety improvements as we strive to be a vibrant, safe 24/7 international city.  And with the City Rail Link due to open in 2026, with its own specialised safety needs underground, this central location will be well placed to service the city centre and meet these changing needs.”

Beck goes on to say that “It's very heartening to hear from the new Police Commissioner indicating that this move will continue to build greater police presence and increase the provision of services for our city centre community.”

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