Education is key to people accessing employment and maintaining a life without crime on release.

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

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.

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.

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

Probation Officer Robb works specifically with people on community work sentences, supporting them to complete their hours and use their time on sentence in a beneficial way.