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Previous Meetings and Events Held

Now Is The Time - Youth Against Crime

YSST LAUNCH

Youth Sensible Sentencing Trust

When: Sunday 28th March 2pm
Where: Ilam Homestead, 87 Ilam Road, Christchurch

The Youth Section advocates:
Crime is Cruel
Teen Rights come with Responsibilities
Its cool to be kind
Lets have fun achieving our goals

YSST is bringing youth together to make a difference.
Our vision is to once again feel safe in our own beautiful country.
Come along and show your support .

       RSVP:

Ph: 03 355 5729 or 02 2653 8689,
Email: adamsfamilynz@hotmail.com
Adult Entry - Gold Coin . Youth - Free

Yours Sincerely
Molly Adams

PDF of invite

CHRISTCURCH SAYS ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

PUBLIC MEETING Christchurch Town Hall 7th May at 7:30 PM in the Limes Room

The meeting will be opened by Mayor Bob Parker with the founder of the Sensible Sentencing Trust Garth McVicar being a guest speaker. It is being organised by Christchurch MP Nicky Wagner in conjunction with Leah Matena who is assisting and can be contacted on Mobile 027 3066 458

Description and location map of the Christchurch Town Hall is here with a floor plan of Level One where the Limes Room is, just to the right of the upper level of the James Hay Theatre as you come out of the elevators

See Press Release here for further details

Garth and Ron Mark against Pita Sharples

TV One Sunday 11 AM - Marae with Shane Taurina
Tent Prisons and Chain Gangs in Tuwharetoa?

Program details here

Gangs of youths chained together, cleaning streets and roadside drains below Tongariro? It could be on the cards, if the public listen to the Sensible Sentencing Trust.

At a recent public meeting called by Taupo Mayor Rick Cooper, the SST raised the idea of American-style inmate tent prisons and chain gangs to deal with what Mr Cooper says is a rising youth crime wave sweeping through the middle of the North Island.

Shane talks with Sheriff Joe Arpaio via satellite link from Phoenix, Arizona, the man who has made tent prisons and chain gangs a reality in his Arizona patch of Maricopa County.

And later in our Auckland studios Shane discusses the New Zealand response to the idea with Garth McVicar from the Sensible Sentencing Trust, NZ First Law and Order spokesman Ron Mark and Maori Party Law and Order Spokesman Pita Sharples.

Advancing Victims Rights Conference

Wellington 19th/20th April

This was very successful, and was fully booked months in advance, we could have had three times the number that attended. There were speeches from Minister of Police Annette King here, and Leader of the Opposition John Key here. Far more importantly we had a hugely powerful and moving speech from Ida Hawkins, mother of Colleen Burrows who was kicked to death by Mongrel Mob members. Her speech brought on tears in many, even some of the politicians. She was the only speaker to receive a standing ovation. We hope to bring you a video soon!

There were also questions from the audience to a Board of MP's. Those and the answers are here. Speeches were also given by Ron Marks from NZ First, Heather Roy from Act and Peter Dunn from United Future. Kevin McNeil, son of Lois Dear also made a powerful speech. We formally presented our Three Strikes Policy and gave copies to all the MP's present.

We had a very interesting presentation from Nigel Latta of "Into the Darklands" fame. This was followed by a presentation by Barrister Nikki Pender on legal aid for victims.

Papakura March

In conjunction with Pride of Papakura we participated in a protest march on the 12th of April to push for government action on crime, and also against the early closing of the local Police Station. The march was initiated by mayor Calum Penrose and district councillor Mark O’Connor. It started at Ray Small Park and ended at Central Park, opposite the Papakura police station, and approximately 1250 people took part.

Meeting at Taupo

A hugely successful public meeting was held by the Trust in Taupo on Monday night in conjunction with the Taupo City Council to discuss the recent crimes in Taupo and issues relating to youth crime. It was held at the Great Lake Convention Centre and attracted a crowd of approximately 1000 (800 by a Radio NZ estimate ) with standing room only and the crowd spilling outside. We were delighted with the response especially what with it being a wet miserable night.

The speakers were Rick Cooper, (Mayor of Taupo), Violet Perfect (Auntie of Karen Aims, the Scottish murder victim), Ron Marks, Simon Power, Mark Burton and Garth. Garth was warmly welcomed by the Community and applauded many times by the crowd throughout his address. He showed a 10 minute video of his Arizona visit to tent city and meeting with Sheriff Joe which was viewed with great interest by all.

The Trust continues to receive amazing support from the public and it is difficult to keep on top of the huge amount of membership applications coming into the Trust on a daily basis. We certainly appreciate the support we receive, and know we are making a difference - thanks to you all.

Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser

An exclusive invitation to play golf on our 6th birthday

At the Sensible Sentencing Trust we work together to obtain a large base of community support to ensure safety for all New Zealanders from violent and criminal offending through education, development of effective penal policies, and the promotion of responsible behaviour, accountable parenting, and respect for each other at all levels of society.

When : Friday 16th February 2007
Where : The beautiful and challenging Hill Country Estate 9 hole par 3 Golf Course at Black Barn Road, Havelock North, Hawke’s Bay
Time : Shotgun start at 2 hourly intervals. Last tee-off at 4pm.
Teams will be rostered at different intervals throughout the day.

Sponsor a Hole: $1000 includes 4 players and hole signage.
Fees: $800 for a team of 4 golfers. $30 for non golfers.
Refreshments will be provided.
RSVP: ASAP to Christine Chambers, tel: 027 220 7898, email: chris@sst.org.nz
Lots of team prizes to be won on the day, (no individual prizes).

Prizegiving and Memorabilia Auction 6 PM

If you’re unable to tee-off we welcome donations!!

You may want to spend more time in Hawkes Bay,
Here are two links for your information:
Events in Hawke's Bay
Napier's Art Deco Weekend

The Hill Country Estate
Location Map