On April 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM, a solemn community patrol car handover ceremony was held at AJ Motors Hamilton.

Donor: AJ Motors Hamilton

Website: https://www.ajmotors.co.nz

Recipient: CPNZ (Community Patrol New Zealand)

Website: https://www.cpnz.org.nz

Dignitaries in attendance included New Zealand Minister of Police Mark Mitchell, Dr. Jianhao Zhang, Member of Parliament, Member of Parliament Tama Potaka, CPNZ Chairman Mr. Chris Lawton and Mr. Robert Fowler, CPNZ Hamilton patrol team representatives, and representatives from the Hamilton Police Department.

This patrol car will significantly enhance the safety levels of the Hamilton community, strengthening collaboration with the police to ensure residents can live and work in a safe environment. The patrol car will be equipped with advanced technology, including real-time monitoring systems and emergency call devices, enhancing the community's emergency response capabilities. It will cover key areas of the electorate and respond rapidly to potential security threats.

AJ Motors is committed to serving the community and fulfilling their social responsibility. As the one of the leading used car dealerships in New Zealand to offer a wide range of quality vehicles to meet the diverse needs of their customers, AJ Motors takes pride in contributing to initiatives like the donation of patrol cars to CPNZ, aiming to enhance the safety and security of neighborhoods across New Zealand.

Community residents expressed appreciation for AJ Motors' generous donation to CPNZ, eagerly anticipating the deployment of this community patrol car to promote safety and stability in the area.

This marks the third vehicle donated by AJ Motors to CPNZ, with AJ Motors Christchurch set to donate a fourth one. AJ Motors will continue to work closely with CPNZ, providing support for their efforts and needs, contributing our humble efforts to the safety of New Zealand communities.

CPNZ was established in 2002 as a nationwide organization funded by the New Zealand Police and government. Headquartered in Wellington, it is responsible for overseeing and coordinating support for approximately 150 community patrol teams with around 4,500 volunteers across New Zealand, making New Zealand a safe country for everyone and providing a secure tomorrow for communities.

CPNZ is currently actively recruiting volunteer patrollers. Those interested can click the following link for more information: https://cpnz.org.nz/