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Retail Security | Success Stories from 2025 When budgets tighten and economic pressures mount, security is often the first line item questioned. But here’s the reality: challenging times don’t reduce the need for security – they increase it. Matthew Murray, our Retail Security Manager for New Zealand and Australia, knows this better than anyone. Over […]

26 Years and Counting | The Fonterra Partnership Story In 1999, Fonterra took a chance on a small local NZ security company. Fast forward to 2025, and we’ve just extended our partnership for another term! The world looked very different back in 1992. No such thing as smartphones, instead getting your hands on the latest

Community Connection in Practice: Standing Behind Local Organisations Supporting Communities Across New Zealand Community involvement sits at the centre of our company values, right alongside the technical expertise and reliability our clients expect. We believe that a security company should embody the principles it protects – integrity, dependability and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing

Supporting the Essential Work of New Zealand’s Councils New Zealand’s councils work to build stronger communities, manage essential infrastructure and deliver the services that us Kiwis depend on every day. We partner with 13 councils across New Zealand, including the main four – Auckland, Wellington City, Christchurch and Hamilton – ensuring security foundations remain solid,

How Fonterra Helped Shape Allied Security’s Global Expansion In business, a leap of faith can change everything. For Allied Security, our journey to becoming a global security provider began with one bold decision made by Fonterra two decades ago. Rewinding back to Invercargill, 2003. Allied Security was a tight knit team, laser focused on doing

We’re excited to finally share the fantastic news of our new partnership with Praesidium Group, a leading Australian firm known for their expertise in risk and resilience. This unique partnership marks an exciting milestone for Allied Security, as we continue to set the standard for innovation in the security industry. We’re proud to be the

A Smarter Approach To Retail Security With New Strategic Partnerships We’re proud to announce our new partnerships with SaferCities and ResponseRise NZ a major step forward for our retail security division. These collaborations are designed to tackle the ongoing challenges of retail crime head on, offering smarter, more effective ways to support retail businesses, their

How to Overcome Common Security Risks at Your Next Event Planning an event is exciting, but there’s one thing that’s essential to get right: security. In 2024, event security is more critical than ever, whether it’s a large festival, corporate event, or a community gathering. In New Zealand, where festivals, corporate events, and community gatherings

Ram Raids & Retail Crime: The Hidden Impact When we hear about ram raids or armed robberies in the news, the focus is often on the physical damage: shattered windows, smashed storefronts, stolen goods, and the chaotic mess left behind. Images and news reports capture the destruction and financial loss. However, what’s often missing from

Best Practices: How To Conduct A Security Audit Regular security audits are an essential practice that can help identify vulnerabilities and protect against potential threats. They provide a comprehensive view of the security landscape, allowing businesses to proactively address vulnerabilities before they can be breached. At Allied Security, a key focus is empowering small businesses