SUPPORTER SHOWCASE
As Aotearoa's largest support service for the health and wellbeing of tamariki under 5's and their whānau, Plunket has been the PMGT's partner on all matters relating to child safety and wellbeing for twenty five years.
Together we have conducted national campaigns focusing on positive parenting, informing the public on matters relating child safety, and funding a wide range of community support organizations and services. Sincerely, thank you for your support - the team at the NZPMGT.
CHANGING OF THE GUARD
Earle Cooper (left) and Rob Lindsay (right)
After more than 25 years as the Executive officer for the Leaders Guild, Earle Cooper has retired, well sort of. He is still remaining as a board member of the Trust. At the beginning of December, Rob Lindsay took over the role after a brief induction from the man himself. A very warm welcome to you Rob!
GUILD NEWS
Brian Hartley (top) John Palmer (bottom) Dave Allo (right)
Meritorious Service and Life Membership Awards
The Police Managers' Guild Charitable Trust was established in November 1996 to provide financial support to worthy causes, individuals and community organisations.
In addition, the Police Managers' Guild Trust is New Zealand's foremost provider of free crime prevention and safety education to the the Kiwi public.
Brian Hartley was the Guild President at the time and was instrumental in having the Trust formed. Twenty three years later Brian is still a Trustee and very involved in the work of the Trust
John Palmer MNZM was elected as a Trustee in 1998 and to this day is still a very active member of the Trust Board.
Dave Allo was the first Trust Treasurer and held his position from 1996 to 2009.
Mid 2019 the PMGT Board recognised Brian and John's outstanding service by making them Life Members of the Trust, the first of such awards. For Dave's excellent service and 13 years of hard work the Board thanked him with a Meritorious Service Award.
A common misconception is that alcohol is a cause of family violence. Alcohol is a disinhibitor and when someone who is violent consumes it - their abusive nature can be exacerbated. “I was drunk” is NOT an excuse, and should not be accepted as one. Learn more about alcohol’s role in family violence: pmgt.org.nz/domestic-violence/… Visit the directory on our website for alcohol and drug abuse helplines you can call if you or a loved one needs help: pmgt.org.nz/directory/.
Thank you to Tractor Repairs & Spares Ltd, Black Ribbon New Zealand and Inkworks Ltd for sponsoring our organisation.
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There is no excuse for being violent drunk or sober. We have a thing called the frontal lobe where we can control our reptilia instincts.I wonder what was going on in the background here? Was he asking to separate or was she trying to make him do something that he refused?🤔 www.news.com.au/national/victoria/crime/homicide-squad-investigates-after-four-people-found-dead-...
The definitiion of family violence provided by the Ministry of Social Development’s Family and Community Services is so wide it'd probably apply to every household in New Zealand. I realise this might be good for their funding but police might have other stuff to do besides relationship counseling.
I'm aghast that courts allow being inebriated as any sort of mitigating factor as if being drunk was caught like a cold instead of being self inflicted. Exceptions might be made for any genuine sufferer of fetal alcohol syndrome but that's about it.
Includes infidelity
They already have that bad character in them alcohol just brings it out.
Agree. Drunk is no excuse for violence. Don't blame the booze, blame yourselves.
I stopped drinking 5yrs ago to be a healthier older 68yrs man, I feel great.
With an increase in Kiwi travel within Aotearoa, the roads are keeping busy and the road trips are taking longer. So we must remember to keep our roads safe and practice healthy road habits. Speeding is a huge contributor to traffic accidents in NZ, and more children die and are injured in traffic crashes than any other form of accident. For more information about road safety please visit our website: pmgt.org.nz/safer-communities/#Road-safety. Thank you to Grylls Keleher & Matthews Optometrists, Embrace Orthodontics and Wairoa College for sponsoring our organisation!
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Blessings to all of those who have lost their lives, due to the misguided actions of others.
Do NOT leave your kids or pets unattended in a hot car - there is no excuse! On a 30°C day, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach 39°C in less than 5 minutes; in 30 minutes, it will be 49°C. This occurs even if the vehicle is parked in the shade with the windows down. As the temperature and humidity rise, airflow will decrease. Anyone who sees a dog or child suffering in a hot car is urged to call the Police , SPCA or AA immediately. Thank you to Veterinary Health Centre Opotiki & Whakatane, Jensen Waymouth Lawyers and Rotorua Deer Transport for sponsoring our organisation!
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If I see a dog trapped in a hot car, I wouldn't ring the police... they take too long. Smash the window and get the dog out is the best move.
www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/matt-moran-cooks-lamb-in-a-hot-car-to-show-danger-to-children....
Must be thick as not to realise the danger!
Remember to Wind down the Windows for Fresh Air and Check the Animals for their Safety!!
dont leave the oldies in the car either with modern cars they dont know how to open windows
Don't have to worry in Wgtn We are lucky if we hit 20 as summer high
Wednesday 6th January, People spike drinks to sexually assault, rape or rob the victim or even as a prank. Alcohol or other drugs, illegal and prescription, are used. Never accept drinks from strangers, don't leave drinks unattended or accept drinks you haven’t seen poured, especially from people you don’t know. If you start to feel dizzy or unwell while drinking, tell bar staff, security or someone you trust straight away. Always let someone know where you are going, and if you need help; urgently call 111. Read about Kate’s story here: pmgt.org.nz/safer-communities/… Thank you to Bowers & Son Ltd, MFPA New Zealand and www.adio.org.nz/ for sponsoring our organisation.
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No never My son once had his drink spiked ! many years ago !
Nope. It happened to me at pier 21 years back. Lucky I was with people who looked after me. Only remember ambulance at my house pumping my stomach. I don't remember how I got there. My boyfriend at the time was with me. I was talking to 2 suited guys and my boyfriend his mum and friend were chatting. Maybe these guys thought I was alone and I left my spritzer to go to the bathroom and they must have spiked it. At least my experience helped me hammer it home to my daughter to never leave her drink unattended. Daniel Trethewey remember this?
Best action plan is buy your own carry it place thumb over top of stubby or place your palm over glass pay attention to your surroundings. Males tend to travel in pairs often they sit back and watch and don't generally drink alot themselves, keep and eye on those that sit on one drink for entire night. Their position will often be situated between bar, toilet and nearest exit they will wait and watch for your response you'll feel light-headed dizzy and sleepy once you get up from your seat you'll be watched heading to the toilet temperature change in the body will be quick when you notice you'll start heading outside the effects will be noticable to your friends the speech becomes slurred not always. Stay safe be aware note your surroundings. And set yourself a minimum of drinks and stick to it.
Take a sprite lid (or whatever you got from that range) put it on top of your bottle when not in your hand. Take a coaster for glass drinks. Learnt this years ago. Hope it helps
Better yet. Buy them from the liquor store and go home to drink alone. Then you know who spiked ya drink.
Me and my drink have a close and loving relationship, i would never leave her unattended.
Domestic Abuse: It’s not just physical.
Don’t minimise your traumatic experiences just because you weren’t or aren’t being physically harmed. Domestic abuse can also be psychological or financial. If you feel like you are constantly being made to feel like everything you do is wrong, if you are emotionally tormented, made to feel uncomfortable or if someone is threatening you financially or emotionally, you may be a victim of psychological domestic abuse. Do not be afraid to seek help, please check out our website and directory of helplines you can call for support and advice. pmgt.org.nz/directory.
Thank you to DTS Napier, Profruit New Zealand and www.tewhanauputahi.org/ for sponsoring our organisation.
With the new year in tow and music festival season approaching we must remember the dangers of party drugs. Drugs like ecstasy, MDMA and Molly are stimulants usually taken at parties, raves and festivals because they increase your heart rate and energy. New Zealand has introduced the KnowYourStuffNZ tent to encourage people that want to take stimulants at festivals to get them tested. If you have chosen to take drugs it is important for you to know what's in them. If you would like to learn more about the effects of stimulants please visit our website: pmgt.org.nz/drug-abuse/. Thank you to Bay Espresso In The Village, Uzabus and www.portercontractors.co.nz/ for sponsoring our organisation.
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This is a great initiative especially with the bath salts being sold off as other things. It would be great to see more of these things in other hot spots too.
Why don't festivals have drug detector dogs at all entrances to check all people and deliveries. This would ensure the safety of festival goers.!!!
The big question I have is why don’t the NZ police check for drugged drivers like the Aussie cops?