A key focus of the New Zealand Injury Prevention Strategy (NZIPS) is to strengthen and enhance the infrastructure that supports injury prevention activity to improve safety performance.

The New Zealand Injury Prevention Strategy is an expression of the Government’s commitment to working with organisations and groups in the wider community to improve the country’s injury prevention efforts.

Whatever you're up to, stay safe in the City

The Wellington City Council worked with its partners to identify the issues impacting the Wellington city safety and put in place funding and programmes to improve safety for all who live, work and play in the city.  more >

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IP News

A comprehensive, online update of injury prevention news and events happening around NZ and beyond. View and subscribe to the e-newsletter, or contact us to provide information for the next edition.  more >

NZIPP Database reaches milestone

The NZIPS Secretariat recently celebrated the New Zealand Injury Prevention Programmes Database' first birthday.  more >

Winter driving- tips for safety

With winter being upon us, driving on New Zealand's roads has the potential to be more treacherous than ever.   more >

How safe is your gas heater?

Winter brings its own areas of concern and it's a good time to have your gas appliances serviced and checked.  more >

New booklet raises awareness of alcohol issues in older people


August 2008 : more >

Hand-held phone ban for vehicle drivers considered


August 2008 : more >

Fire safety's region map detailing demographics, statistic sand fire safety prevention focus


August 2008 : more >

Download this fun ACC colouring and activity book and keep the kids entertained these school holidays!


August 2008 : more >