Newstalk ZB - PTSD is a workplace injury': Blue Hope founder Allister Rose on police workers suffering with PTSD
- Apr 6
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Updated: Apr 26
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Fri, 20 Mar 2026, 4:34pm
Former police officer and founder of Blue Hope, Allister Rose, joined Matt and Tyler to chat about his mission to ride 1,100 km from Wellington to Cape Reinga.
The Blue Hope Foundation aims to help New Zealand police workers and their families affected by trauma and PTSD.
Rose said, "we want to say, look, there's a problem, but there's also a solution."
It is interesting to see how initiatives like the Blue Hope Foundation tackle the complex issues surrounding police mental health and trauma. The acknowledgment of PTSD within law enforcement is crucial, yet the mention of solutions remains vague. In the context of community support and engagement, perhaps exploring partnerships with venues like could offer financial Spinz backing while fostering awareness about mental health.