The Building Safer Communities team is a dedicated and passionate group, wholeheartedly committed to their community’s well-being.

Name: Learner Licence course
Start: 2024-01-20
End: 2024-01-22
Location: KAITAIA

Sound governance is provided by Executive Committee members from the local community who have worked in the private sector and also in government departments.

Collectively they provide much needed support to the community in areas identified by the Far North people – in a collaborative way with other agencies.

Our brands + initiatives

Licence courses

( Learners / Restricted / Full )

Driving lessons

Defensive Driving Course
(DDC)

Driving assessments

Basic Handling Skills

( Motorcycles / Motorbikes )

Youth Space

OSCAR
Holiday Programme

Programmes + Workshops

Therapy and support for the victims of sexual violence

A Kaitaia community safety initiative delivered through CCTV, alarm monitoring and security systems

Free graffiti removal for all properties in the Kaitaia district

AutoMotivate

We have developed a comprehensive programme that aims to eliminate obstacles hindering individuals from acquiring their Driver’s License within a whānau ora framework.

This initiative aims to contribute to safer roads, foster responsible drivers, and ultimately ensure the safety of whānau.

By enhancing accessibility to training and employment opportunities, we seek to facilitate personal development and enhance the prospects of individuals within our community.

Driver education programs

Youth Innovations

Our primary focus revolves around cultivating youth leadership skills that facilitate pathways toward higher education and work placement.

We are dedicated to nurturing the abilities of young individuals, empowering them to create and implement innovative youth-led programs, projects, and activities within the community.

Programs for youth

Indigo House

Indigo House represents a community-driven initiative dedicated to addressing the issue of sexual violence through comprehensive measures encompassing education, prevention, and intervention.

Our ultimate objective is to enhance outcomes for victims and survivors. This is accomplished by adopting an integrated and coordinated approach that engages the entire community.

By actively involving all stakeholders, we strive to create a safer and more supportive environment, ensuring the well-being and empowerment of those affected by sexual violence.

Indigo House website

Total Security

A community-driven initiative aimed at minimising crime and victimisation in Kaitaia through the implementation of crime prevention strategies.

These strategies are collaboratively developed and implemented by the community in partnership with the NZ Police, local businesses, and business associations.

Total Security website

Graffiti Guard

Our organisation has implemented a proactive program that collaborates with the community to address the issue of graffiti on both private and public property.

This initiative is made possible through funding provided by local businesses and the Te Hiku Community Board.

Our aim is to actively engage with the community, promoting a cleaner environment and preserving the aesthetic appeal of our surroundings.

Together, we work towards the common goal of eradicating graffiti and maintaining the integrity of our public spaces.

Request graffiti removal

Meet our team

ANGELA PHILLIPPS

Manager
Building Safer Communities

SKY ROPATI

Operational Administrator
Building Safer Communities

JOHN-DANIEL (JD) KELLY

Youth Navigator
AutoMotivate

NICK JONES

Driver Navigator / Instructor
AutoMotivate

TIM PIO

Operations
Total Security

HINEMOA TIPENE

Youth Navigator
Youth Innovations

DARIUS PALMER

Youth Navigator
Youth Innovations

BEV PHILLIPPS

Contract Administrator
Indigo House

RUTH ARONA

Receptionist
Building Safer Communities

WIKITORIA TE KURU TAHITAHI

Intern
Building Safer Communities

BUILDING SAFER COMMUNITIES

Executive Committee

ROWENA JONES

Board Chair

EARL JOE

Board Member

MEREEA PAITAI

Board Member

MELANIE DALZIEL

Board Member

Our Vision

Building Safer Communities
to live work and play.

Our Mission

To inspire positive change and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Our Values

A whakatauki based on integrity, accountability, respect and compassion.

Innovative leadership to achieve collective impact with key community stakeholders for safer public spaces, work places, roads, homes, environments and families.
Develop a caring community that has the courage to stand up against acts of violence and abuse.
Reduce harm and injury by being victim focused.
Provide guidance, mentorship and positive opportunities for youth to become active and engaged citizens.
Ensure the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi underpin the design of our initiatives, with a focus on kotahitanga, whanaungatanga and manaakitanga.
Develop and deliver a holistic and inclusive approach to health and wellness initiatives.
Create safer citizens through evidence based injury and violence prevention strategies to create safer communities.
Provide educational opportunities that are preventative and empowering to build resilience in the community.
Identify and implement prevention measures that ensure the community and it’s visitors have a safe place to live, work and play.
Recognise The Women’s Empowerment Principles, a partnership initiative of UN Women and United Nations Global Compact (UNGC).