Aimie Hines: Retail NZ spokesperson says a boost to the retail crime prevention fund gives retailers tools to prevent crimes

Published: April 20, 2023, 7:08 p.m.

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A boost to the retail crime prevention fund is being given the tick of approval from the retail sector.

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It\'s been given a $9 million top-up, to a total of $15 million.

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More than 500 ram-raided or robbed stores have had quotes approved, and over 1000 security interventions completed.

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That includes hundreds of fog cannons, CCTV systems, and roller doors.

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Retail NZ spokesperson, Aimie Hines told Tim Dower more funding is always a good thing.

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She says it means retailers most at risk can the have tools to help prevent crime.

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