He Panui
Police Statement
As set out in the attached statement, the Police are asking people to contact them about the serious allegations that have been made by Anihera Black.
We support this request from the Police and ask if you have any relevant information, you provide it either through your local Police station or through the Adult Sexual Assault team on ASA@police.govt.nz.
We also encourage anyone who has suffered any sexual abuse in silence to please talk to someone, even if it is not the Police. We note a new helpline called Safe to talk He pai ki te kōrero is now available nationwide. Safe to talk is available for free 24 hours a day, seven days a week by:
- Calling: 0800 044 334
- Texting: 4334
- Emailing: support@safetotalk.nz
- Live webchat on www.safetotalk.nz which also has a range of resources and information about sexual harm.



