"Knowing there's a nearby police presence at all times is something the community expects. We're making a commitment that people in cities, the regions and rural areas will have officers they can call on 24/7," said Mrs Bennett.
Tukituki MP Craig Foss said Hawke's Bay region will stand to benefit from a significant government investment in police and the wider justice sector.
"We want police attending home burglaries more quickly, seizing more assets from organised crime, reducing deaths from family violence, and reducing reoffending by Māori," he said.
Napier resident Grant Hammond, who was recently the victim of a crime, said it is unfortunate that it has taken a lot of pressure for the government to take action.
"Thank goodness at least the Prime Minister has been listening to what the public has been saying for years," he said.
Mr Hammond said although the announcement was a "positive start" he was unsure if it would mean the Napier police station would be manned 24/7.
Wairarapa MP Alastair Scott said all police districts across the country will receive more sworn officers.
"Our half-a-billion dollar Safer Communities package unashamedly targets offenders to ensure they are off our streets - by providing additional resources to resolve more crime and target criminal gangs and organised crime.
The package includes 80 additional officers to target organised crime, gangs and methamphetamine, along with a new national 24/7 phone number for non-emergencies that will be available from next year.
New Zealand Police Association President Chris Cahill said the additional 1125 police will make a real difference to the fight against crime in this country.
"This package shows the Government has done its homework, and while ideally we would like the extra staff immediately, knowing that the cavalry is on its way will be a positive for Police in making future plans," he said.