Blue adrenalin : life in the New Zealand Police / by Bill O'Brien.

Introduction -- Structure of the Police -- Royal New Zealand Police College: from civilian to cop -- Communication centres: the voice of the Police -- Emergency responders: the general duties branch -- Behind the scenes -- Armed Offenders Squads -- German shepherd: master police dog -- The Criminal Investigation Branch: the investigators -- Serious crime -- The fatal five: policing the roads -- Maritime and air support -- Search and Rescue -- Conclusion.

"What's life on the police beat like, really? Retired cop Bill O'Brien takes the readers into the daily work lives of members of the New Zealand Police Force, with gripping tales of being on duty in the various branches of the police, everything from the dog handlers to the Armed Defenders Squad and police dive teams. Aimed at a YA audience but of huge interest to all New Zealanders, this highly illustrated book is a unique insight and also a tribute to the men and women who protect us"--Publisher's description.