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02/02/2022

This year’s World Customs Organization certificates were awarded to teams within Customs who created digital led solutions by embracing data culture.

Simon and Scott are a part of Customs’ Child Exploitation Operations Team and have been instrumental in implementing a digital referral system for New Zealand agencies to triage and manage international child exploitation referrals.

This solution has changed the way agencies work together and is far more effective and efficient in helping to identify offenders and remove children from harm.

Tenā kōrua for the very important work you do in protecting New Zealand children.

📸 Customs Deputy Comptroller, Bill, presenting the certificate to Senior Customs Officer, Scott.

03/12/2021

The intelligence scene started to develop in the 1970s when drugs hit New Zealand.

Customs compiled hand-typed lists of names or ‘alerts’ in a folder called the Black Book, so Customs officers knew who to stop. The success rate boiled down to how many names they could recall at any one time.

to an intercept found by one of our officers.

19/11/2021

07/11/2021

Do you have questions about what might happen if you, your staff or whānau contract COVID-19 or are a close contact of a positive case?

A webinar will be held on Tuesday, 2 November at 12.30pm to discuss the topic.

Hear from Medical Officer of Health Dr Michael Butchard who will cover what will be taken into account when considering whether a person can isolate on-farm and continue to work on-farm.

Dr Butchard will be happy to answer your questions and will be supported by other medical professionals, including an expert on vaccinations.

To register via Federated Farmers, visit https://bit.ly/3bj0xbu

07/11/2021

Chelsea Sugar is recalling specific batches of Chelsea, Pams and Woolworths brand Raw and Brown Sugar due to low level lead contamination.

Customers are asked to check the batch, date mark, and date of purchase of the products.

If you have purchased these products, do not consume. The immediate food safety risk from these products is considered to be low, however if you have consumed these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.

For a full list of affected dates and retailers, please visit: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/news/media-releases/raw-sugar-recalled-due-to-lead-concerns/

https://www.mpi.govt.nz/news/media-releases/raw-sugar-recalled-due-to-lead-concerns/

06/11/2021

06/11/2021

Vaccination is New Zealand’s most powerful tool in managing COVID-19 and its impact on our everyday lives.

We all have a role to play. Get vaccinated today so we can move forward safely together.

To make a booking, head to bookmyvaccine.nz or visit covid19.govt.nz/vaccines for a walk-in or drive-through near you.

26/10/2021

Perks of a late shift patrolling New Zealand’s Maritime Border 🌅

📍 Tauranga Port

18/09/2021

Taane, Assistant Customs Officer, shares his story in celebration of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.

Taane learnt te Reo Māori from a young age, and it has provided him with an academic and intellectual understanding of the world that allows him to stand strong and proud as an indigenous person in Aotearoa and the world.

Taane says that Te Wiki o te Reo Māori signals a wonderful shift in where our country is heading towards oneness.

“It helps in healing our nation. It makes my heart sing when I hear others using Māori language in communication and pronouncing our language properly. I encourage all to make that seed grow and continue to follow its growth."

Read more about Taane’s journey➡️ https://tinyurl.com/dy72excn

📸Customs' Kaumatua Dolly and Bobby, alongside Taane.

17/09/2021

Lisa, Supervising Customs Officer Outreach to Māori Exporters, is celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori with her Customs whānau.

After completing a 1 year total immersion Te Reo Māori language course last year, a whole new world opened up for her.

“I have always wanted to learn the language. I was raised in the culture of whānau, hui, tautoko, whanaungatanga, but I lost my father at the age of 13 and with that, any interest to learn the reo. However, through all the challenges that life throws at everyone, there is no denying identity."

"He wahine Māori ahau. Being raised on our whenua, at our marae, in the shadows of the safety of our maunga, next to our river that watered out stock and land to sustain us, reminds me of what I have come from, thus what I am a part of. That ability to reminisce, to recount memories, to speak with my elders and wider whānau in te reo Māori, is a blessing like no other. Speaking history helps keep them close, keeps you strong and keeps you connected," says Lisa.

Read more about Lisa’s journey here: https://lnkd.in/g8qWSzBy

Ko to ngākau ki ngā taonga a o tupuna
In your heart lay the treasures of your ancestors

📸Lisa (left), alongside her colleague, Ellen (right).