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Police Recruitment Falls Short | Auckland News
The government’s ambitious plan to add 500 new police officers by election day is on track to miss its deadline, with only 361 recruits signed up since November 2023. Delays stem from training pauses, competition from Australian states, and recruitment hurdles—but officials are pushing back, citing new facilities, aggressive ads, and a more motivated force. Associate Police Minister Casey Costello admits the target won’t be hit, but defends the initiative’s broader impact, arguing it’s energized recruitment and improved morale. She also notes that missing this number isn’t as critical as…
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