The issue of ram raids, smash and grabs and brawls involving young people isn't going away.
The government's rolled out a crime package to help store owners, but also says prevention is key to stop them happening.
The National Party has promised if it comes to power next year, it will assign job coaches for those under 25, who are on a job seeker benefit..
But those working with youth - say leaders are missing the mark.
Tessa Guest reports.