The Neill Group (TNG) has been delivering security, legal support, risk management, private investigation and professional field services for almost 40 years.
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The Neill Group (TNG) provides security, legal support, risk management, private investigation and professional field based services. Established in 1987 by Dion Neill, The Neill Group (TNG) delivers bespoke solutions to law firms, major banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, utilities companies and reputable debt collection agencies along with corporate entities, private individuals and government departments.

With a true nationwide reach, we have established offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch to support our team of highly-skilled field agents, process servers, private investigators, repossession agents and security professionals. The Neill Group (TNG) offers clients the security of engaging with a professional service provider with proven expertise and a genuine commitment to ethical practices and brand protection.

We recognise the calibre of our team are at the very heart of our continued success. We are committed to continuing the development of our carefully selected people throughout New Zealand with a structured training programme on legal obligations, industry compliance and service methodologies. The key focus of The Neill Group (TNG) is to be the most results driven and service focused agency in the markets we serve.

 

High-calibre people

Our team of professionals throughout New Zealand are sourced from the defence forces, intelligence and law enforcement sectors.

Serving Kaitaia to Bluff

The Neill Group (TNG) have regional offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch to support our field based team from Kaitaia to Bluff.

Results driven, service focussed

The Neill Group (TNG) are widely recognised for delivering outstanding service and exceptional results to every client regardless of size or stature. 

Proven capabilities

Dion Neill and his team have managed over 10,000 security, process serving, private investigation and field based assignments since 1987. 

Over 35 years of experience 

Our track record of success extends over three decades. We are New Zealand's longest established and most experienced field based agency's.  

Government licensed

Our private investigators, security professionals and repossession agents are licensed by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA).

We had a significant problem relating to dishonesty at the upper end of the scale. We instructed Dion Neill who quickly identified the problem, located the perpetrator, obtained a confession and completed an investigation file to a standard that Police readily accepted. I cant recommend Dion enough, he literally saved our company hundreds of thousands of dollars!

Corporate Client

A totally professional, results-driven team. Always a pleasure to deal with.

Charles Harrison – Company Director

The Neill Group (TNG) were dedicated and professional. They located and served evasive and difficult characters. It is also convenient that they have agents in multiple cities. We highly recommend their services.

Digby Livingston – New Zealand Lawyer

TNG is a very passionate, ethical and results driven organisation. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others seeking the services they provide.

Steven Munns – Business Owner

Great team, Good communication, Ethically minded. Well organised. A human touch.

Jared Holland – Investigator

Dion Neill is a bastion of the industry, we have worked with him and gained much knowledge from his extensive experience.

Nick Kerr – NZ Repossession Services

I have used a lot of companies for repossessions in the past. TNG have been awesome jobs are completed within 1 or 2 days depending on the area.

Geoff Jones – Direct Cars

We found Dion Neill and his team to be skilled and tenacious. The team proved their worth by locating and recovering several hidden assets. We will employ The Neill Group again in the future.

Commercial Insolvency Advisors

Dion Neill provided security to me and my crew on Courtney Place, Wellington while filming the “On Booze” documentary. Lots of drunken revellers, he kept us free to film!

Paddy Gower – Journalist & Documentary Producer

Dion Neill was an absolute godsend! He resolved our sensitive personal issue with care and professionalism.

Private Client

Dion Neill provided us with advice on a number of security and risk management issues. We recommend Dion, he is a highly skilled and respected security consultant.

Corporate Client

The Neill Group helped us to find a missing family member. We are grateful for their professionalism and understanding, and their fast, discreet service.

Private Client

We contract The Neill Group (TNG) as our tracing and repossession agents in New Zealand. They never leave a stone unturned! Dion’s team are professional, cost efficient, and their positive outcomes reflect their tenacity.

Sue Chapman – Vehicle Sales & Finance Limited

I always found Dion Neill a pleasure to work with, his enthusiasm and dedication is a cut above. His knowledge and standing in the security sector is second to none.

Charlie Rudd – Mana Tangata

I worked alongside Dion during his time at Wellington Free Ambulance. Whether at the scene of a car accident or in an office environment I always found Dion to have integrity, he is professional and easy to work with. Dion is very community minded and a long time supporter of Life Flight.

Dave Greenberg – Former Rescue Helicopter Crewman

I worked with Dion on a number of large public events. Dion brings a high level of professionalism which contributes to the success of the event and his team. Dion is always a pleasure to work with, highly trusted and respected.

Event Manager

I had the privilege of working with Dion Neill since 1999. In that time Dion has been an inspiring leader, I have worked with Dion on many security projects ranging from the defence cluster to crime scene protection. Dion’s attention to detail is second to none, he ensures that his clients needs are fully met.

Selwyn Ponga Davis – New Zealand Defence Forces

Dion Neill carried out a highly sensitive investigation on my behalf. I found him to be discreet and professional, he was frequently able to update me. I appreciated his attention to detail, and consideration when it came to our safety. Dion has an incredible array of skills, and his experience gives him a unique insight into various situations. Dion provided outstanding service, I would strongly recommend Dion.

Private Client

Dion Neill applied a high degree of logic and intelligence to our requirements which resulted in a positive outcome for all parties. Dion is self disciplined, professional and committed. He is respected and recognised as an expert by our team.

Corporate Client

Dion Neill and his security team attended our staff Christmas event with over 150 people. The team were incredibly professional, I was personally impressed about how well dressed they were. I recommend Dion Neill and his team without reservation.

Elizabeth Babalich – Founder & Director of Antipodes New Zealand

Dion Neill and his team provided security on behalf of Sony Records for the New Zealand tour of Bardot from Pop Stars (Australia). Thanks to the efforts of Dion and his wonderful team, Bardot always felt very safe.

Sony Records – Management of Bardot from Pop Stars (Australia)

Thank you for providing security to Jamie Oliver during his tour. We received excellent feedback, all credit must go to Dion Neill for his positive ‘can do’ attitude and level of professionalism.

Management – Jamie Oliver, Celebrity Chef

Dion and his team were responsible for managing the security of the 2000 Olympic Torch Relay. On behalf of the Wellington City Council, thank you for your assistance.

 

Delia Shanly, Event Manager – Wellington City Council

Dion Neill is a passionate business person focused on building and maintaining strong partnerships. Dion has always been driven to search out opportunity and drive success strategically. This is a culture he instills in his team and can rely on to deliver a win-win solution.

Chris Wilkinson – First Retail Group Limited

Roy Assadi – Hilton Hotel (Auckland)

I was lucky enough to have met Dion Neill while I was the Mayor of Wellington. I found Dion to be a person of high integrity and reliability. Dion is a true Wellingtonian who adds real value to the wider community.

Mark Blumsky QSO – New Zealand Diplomat (Former Politician & Mayor of Wellington)
Mike McRoberts – TV3 News Anchor

We have worked together with Dion and his team on many jobs and have always found it a pleasure to work together with them. They have proven to be professional, timely, thorough and eager to achieve the goals set out. Their communication and reporting is next to none!

Bryan Wotton – Security Consultant & Private Investigator

Dion Neill operated alongside me on a high-profile security operation. He is an accomplished security specialist, his attention to detail, excellent communication skills and ability to motivate by giving confidence to personnel is a quality seldom seen today.

Graham Lockhart – Personal Safety & Security Consultant

Dion Neill is fantastic at what he does and has built a solid team around him which is exactly what makes Dion my go-to when it comes to security, he is friendly, easy to work with.

Film Industry Client

Dion Neill is a passionate operator who leads his team from the front, he is focused on ethics and doing the right thing. A seasoned security professional, if you need a job done well and with a great customer experience, he is the man to contact.

Rob Snelling – Executive Private Transport Limited

Dion Neill has been a fantastic supporter of Life Flight for many years. Dion went the extra mile providing security at no charge to keep our volunteers safe during our street appeal. Thank you Dion, really appreciate you having our backs!

Sebastian Grodd – Life Flight Trust (Westpac Rescue Helicopter & Air Ambulance Service)

We haven’t seen our Brother for around 10 years, we needed to find him as our father was terminally ill. Dion showed great urgency to our request, he was very professional with great communication. After a lot of hard work and really good initiative, Dion located our Brother in just 1 day!

Private Client

The security services provided by you were of a professional nature and were commented on favourably by all delegates, in particular, those from overseas.

Conference Director – New Zealand Defence Industry Association

Thank you Dion, you made it safe for us to enjoy the beauty and wide open spaces of New Zealand. It was truly a remarkable experience for us all, we are sincerely grateful for your assistance.

International Celebrity

We have trusted Dion with the safety and security of our clients who travel to New Zealand. Dion has earned an excellent reputation for his professionalism, security management, operational planning and ability to think outside the square.

 

Kevin Horak – Clearwater Projects (United Kingdom)

Dion Neill and his team provided extensive security, protection and risk management services to Apple and A24 film productions in New Zealand. Dion and his team were personable and very professional, he comes highly recommended with endorsement by the New Zealand and international film industry.

Laura Matthews – Apple TV & A24 Film Productions

Dion is very professional, and excellent communicator. Dion provides security to the highest standard, I definitely recommend Dion for any security assignment.

Jo Hiles – Film & Television Producer

We had Dion Neill coach our field agents on strategies to manage conflict that will keep them safe. The feedback was resoundingly positive and now being implemented every day.

 

Kieran Stott – DebtManagers

We engaged Dion Neill to manage our security. Dion and his team were very discreet and professional, we have no hesitation in using him again.

Senior Executive – Meridian Energy

We regularly use the The Neill Group for tracing, process serving and investigations, they are efficient and always produce exceptional results.

Jenny Main – Simpson Western Lawyers

Westpac utilised the services of Dion Neill to assist our national fraud and security team. We highly recommend Dion, he is reliable and very professional.

Grant Henderson – Westpac New Zealand

We have used The Neill Group for process serving on a number of occasions, we have always been impressed with their efficiency and professionalism.

Claire Krueger – White Fox Jones Lawyers

Dion Neill is engaged to provide event security, personal protection, and private investigations. He is also a specialist instructor for executive protection training. Dion constantly delivers a high level of skill and performance.

Darryl Stonnell – First Contact Limited

I have been utilising the services of Dion Neill and The Neill Group for several years. They operate in a very professional manner and the work is always completed in a timely way.

Verdi van Beek – Avon Investigations Limited

I have worked with Dion Neill for over 5 years. Every time that I have engaged his services, he has been responsive and has completed the job quickly. His reporting is done in a timely fashion. Dion is great to work with, reliable and responsible.

Kelly Baya – iServe Limited

It was a pleasure to work with Dion at the Cuba Street Carnival who fulfilled his role as our security manager in a highly professional manner. The event, from a security point of view, ran smoothly and we will certainly look to work with Dion again.

John Page – Cuba Street Carnival

Intercoll has enjoyed a very strong relationship with Dion Neill and The Neill Group for over 10 years. We find Dion and his team to be professional in all of their activities, I am personally impressed with their results, communication and reporting systems.

Tayla Mirabito – Intercoll

The Neill Group provided field services to Bluestone on a national basis. Dion and his team are extremely reliable and hardworking, their work has always been of an excellent quality and very professional.

Recoveries Manager – Bluestone Mortgages (Australia & New Zealand)

Dion Neill set a new benchmark as our security provider for our New Zealand tour. Dion is the consummate professional, he is well skilled, resourceful and mastered the ability to deliver security at a very high standard.

Tour Manager – International Music Artists

Nationwide Tracing

Are you searching for a missing debtor, witness, defendant, birth parent or family member? Our tracing specialists can help.
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Private Investigations

Our Private Investigators (including former Police Detectives) investigate fraud, theft, relationship dishonesty and other concerns.
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Field Services

We carry out audits, field visits, debtor interviews, identity verifications, asset recoveries and motor vehicle repossessions.
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Process Serving

Since 1987, we have been serving legal documents, court proceedings and dissolution of marriage (divorce) applications.
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Professional Security

We provide specialised security including personal protection, security consulting, risk management and security guard services.
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