National's promising a dedicated Auckland Transport police team to compliment the newly opened City Rail Link, if re-elected. 

It's pledging an additional $7 million per year through Budget 2027, to recruit 50 sworn officers for this role. 

Police Minister Mark Mitchell joined the Weekend Collective to explain that more people will be commuting through the city centre, and safety measures need to be boosted. 

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National's promising a dedicated Auckland Transport police team to compliment the newly opened City Rail Link, if re-elected.&nbsp;
It's pledging an additional $7 million per year through Budget 2027, to recruit 50 sworn officers for this role.&nbsp;
Police Minister Mark Mitchell joined the Weekend Collective to explain that more people will be commuting through the city centre, and safety measures need to be boosted.&nbsp;
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The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.

The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on National promising to launch a new Auckland Transport police team

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