Source: New Zealand Police
Police are stepping up their presence in Hawke’s Bay with the launch of a dedicated Beat team, hitting the streets from Monday 2 November 2026.
The team will be walking the beat from Napier to Waipukurau connecting with community and business partners along with members of the public, contributing to a higher visibility of Police.
The establishment of the Hawke’s Bay Beat teams follows similar dedicated Beat teams set up in areas such as Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Bay of Plenty and New Plymouth.
More than two years after the first community Beat teams were set up around the country Police have seen a reduction in certain crime types including assault, robbery, and theft.
Hawke’s Bay Area Commander Inspector Caroline Martin says the Beat team will be a visible and trusted presence, regularly patrolling busy shopping areas and engaging with local businesses and members of the community.
“When Police are visible and approachable, it not only helps prevent crime but builds confidence,” she says.
“We also know that people enjoying our CBDs and retail areas feel safer when they see police out and about.”
The new team will work closely with other community policing units in Hawke’s Bay to maximise coverage across the region.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/11/03/dedicated-beat-team-for-hawkes-bay/