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Arohata Prison library benefits from school project

Thanks to the efforts of a young lover of books, Arohata Prison library has increased its book collection by 150 books.

Corrections releases refreshed Hōkai Rangi strategy

Corrections has released a refreshed version of its organisational strategy Hōkai Rangi.

Detector dogs Sammy and Winnie put a stop to prison contraband

A drug-smuggling attempt was thwarted at Mt Eden Corrections Facility last week, with detector dogs Sammy and Winnie quick to sniff out something suspicious.

Otago Polynesian Festival an opportunity to network and talk careers

Otago Communities, Partnerships and Pathways (CPP) and prison staff from Otago Corrections Facility (OCF) have banded together on a stall at the 2024 Otago Polynesian Festival to showcase careers and…

Trades programme opens the door for employment

Eight people serving community sentences in Tokoroa graduated from a four-week trades programme designed to give practical training, a recognised qualification, and increased likelihood of employment.

Supporting Trauma Informed Care

Trauma-informed training is supporting staff to have a better understanding of trauma and be more confident working with those affected.