When I lodged my 89 pages crime report on New Zealand (NZ) Police’s online portal in January 2021, I reasonably expected its very simple Euro/Interpol (who do not normally deal directly with the Public – only Countries’ Police) referral would be properly completed by Police within 3 months. I had no inkling 5.5 years later… Continue reading Intro to New Zealand Police’s Corruption and Serious Misconduct & Neglect of Duty
For 20 Years, NZ Police Culture has been Independently Criticised
For 20 years—from Bazley Commission in 2007 to Public Service Commission (PSC) in 2026—independent reviews have told same story: police culture where loyalty to colleagues trumps loyalty to integrity, where speaking up ends careers & where senior officers are held to a lower standard than those they command. The words change – the findings do not! Police… Continue reading For 20 Years, NZ Police Culture has been Independently Criticised
“Beyond Few Bad Apples”: Systemic Culture Rot at NZ Police Exposed
Public Service Commission’s (PSC) April 2026 Performance Improvement Review report painted stark picture of a Police force where culture of “tribalism” at the top, perception of 2-tier justice & systems that have failed staff have created a mission-critical integrity crisis. This is not about a few bad apples; the report points to a systemic rot… Continue reading “Beyond Few Bad Apples”: Systemic Culture Rot at NZ Police Exposed
NZ Police Culture has been Independently Criticised for 20 Years
(Appreciate you sharing & signing my “Independent Commission of Inquiry into Tribal NZ Police Culture is Warranted” petition. Thanks in anticipation) “Insanity is doing the same thing over & over again and expecting different results” For 20 years—from Bazley Commission in 2007 to Public Service Commission (PSC) in 2026—independent reviews have told same story: police culture… Continue reading NZ Police Culture has been Independently Criticised for 20 Years
Independent Commission of Inquiry into NZ Police’s Tribal Culture is Clearly Warranted
In 2021, IPCA’s Bullying, Culture & Related Issues in Police report concluded a “Tribal culture which values loyalty over integrity” (while claiming, as still today, “integrity” is 1 of Police’s main values!) 5 years later, that toxic Police culture is still alive – especially in National Headquarters (PNHQ)! (Appreciate you sharing & signing my “Independent Commission… Continue reading Independent Commission of Inquiry into NZ Police’s Tribal Culture is Clearly Warranted
Public Call for Dismissal of IPCA Board & CEO
(Lobby for Good is gathering confidential reports to understand the scale of the failure of the very agency designed to protect NZers – IPCA. Please share & sign this public signature count) On 28 November 2025, I sent Paul Goldsmith – IPCA Minister the following open letter. Paul Goldsmith, cc: Christopher Luxonipca Minister, 28 November… Continue reading Public Call for Dismissal of IPCA Board & CEO
New Zealand Police Commissioner Ignores HQ Personnel’s Corruption and Serious Misconduct & Neglect of Duty
New Zealand Police Commissioner does not ‘walk his own talk’ – talks ‘good’ game only! Richard Chambers became New Zealand Police Commissioner on 25 November 2024. On his first day, I was delighted he outlined one of his high-level priorities was “Leadership – that is accountable, connected, supportive & visible”. I was also delighted he said “Police… Continue reading New Zealand Police Commissioner Ignores HQ Personnel’s Corruption and Serious Misconduct & Neglect of Duty
Apathetic New Zealand Police Minister Mark Mitchell Has to Stand Down
As a lifetime National supporter, I am disgusted by the significant difference between Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s “incredibly serious about law & order” campaign promises and his & his Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s total apathy towards experienced widespread Police corruption and serious misconduct & neglect of duty. When I lodged my 89 pages crime report… Continue reading Apathetic New Zealand Police Minister Mark Mitchell Has to Stand Down
Public Service Commission – Appallingly Irresponsible Recruiters!
New Zealand Public Service Commission (PSC) are responsible for managing the recruitment process of Police’s Executive Leadership Team. On 6 March 2025, Public Service Commissioner Brian Roche received his independent review of Deputy Commissioner of Police appointment process report. (Strangely, his media release was not until 11 November – 8 months later) Roche’s media release… Continue reading Public Service Commission – Appallingly Irresponsible Recruiters!
NZ Chief Ombudsman – Arrogance Personified!
Ombudsman Office does not ‘go to bat for you’ to get overdue OIA responses – they merely ‘encourage’ the agencies to do so (nor care whether the responses are truthful!) Of the circa 40 overdue OIAs referred to Office, even when requesting generic documents unrelated to my Police performance complaint & ruled in my favour,… Continue reading NZ Chief Ombudsman – Arrogance Personified!
Copious NZ Police Resolution Opportunities!
This section summaries the absurd Police insinuation they conducted themselves perfectly & I was being unrealistically demanding. It identifies all the opportunities Police had to properly conclude my lodged crime report & (Ministers too) address their conduct/performance issues. Had any of these people taken action when I initially contacted them, subsequent PNHQ corruption and serious… Continue reading Copious NZ Police Resolution Opportunities!