Neighbourhood Watch True North

03/07/2025

Make your place less inviting — to crooks!
It’s easier than you think, and we’ll show you how.
Most crime is opportunistic. Thieves look for easy targets — places where they won’t be seen, heard, or challenged.
That’s where CPTED comes in.
It’s not some technical theory. It’s just common sense, done smartly.
A clear front yard makes it harder for someone to hide.
Good lighting shows you care — and makes burglars think twice.
A tidy fence, a visible number, and a friendly neighbour? That’s security.
Neighbourhood Watch has a free booklet that walks you through the basics of CPTED — in plain English.
It explains what works, why it works, and how easy it is to apply the principles at your home, business, or street.
No jargon. No stress. Just simple changes that make a big difference.
Download your free copy today and learn how to make your space safer — for you, your family, and your community.
Here it is: https://nhw.com.au/crime-prevention/cpted/
Please share with family, friends and work-mates.

Discover how Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) can transform spaces into safer, more secure environments. Our booklet breaks down CPTED principles, offering practical strategies to reduce crime risks through thoughtful urban planning, architecture, and community engagement

30/05/2025

Grab one way/anti theft screws for your number plates, tomorrow morning on Compass Drive.

Prevent your plates being stolen. Plus grab a coffee, a donut and have a chat with Neighbourhood Watch about securing your car and home.

28/05/2025

It looks like the weather is looking a tad bit warmer for the weekend so come and grab a coffee with doughnuts while taking one step closer to keeping your car plates safe 🥰

You can also check our website before check which screw size you would need before picking the anti-theft screws: https://nhw.com.au/cars-and-vehicles/protect-your-plates/

12/04/2024

Come join us on the 20th of April! Can't wait to see all of you there ☺️

30/10/2023

Come along to our free BBQ to meet and chat with your neighbours and the police on the 17-Nov-2023, 5-6pm 😀👮‍♂️
https://events.humanitix.com/free-pop-up-bbq-at-true-north

14/08/2023

Do you know when to call Triple Zero? Police Assistance Line? Crime Stoppers?

People think Triple Zero is for a full on emergency - a flood, a fire, a car accident. But when it comes to Police Triple Zero is for "Happening Now" - like someone spying over a fence. And then VicPol will decide what action is needed. Find out more here:

“Suspicious behaviour” is a fairly broad term for a whole range of activities that can seem odd and out of place. And, fortunately, with crime in decline, there could be a simple explanation for why someone is behaving as they are. However, reporting something that just doesn’t feel right can ...

12/07/2023

"Hoon driving" is a wide range of risky behaviours that lead to property loss, physical injury and worse. So, how to stop it?

Report it. Report it every time it happens. Help police to know where and when it is occurring so they can fix it.

Report to Crime Stoppers Victoria

08/02/2023

How can you be sure your child is ready to walk or ride to school, their friend's house or the local playground by themselves? Neighbourhood Watch’s "Travelling safely in the community" interactive learning journey at www.nhw.com.au/kids can help prepare your child for safe, independent travel around your neighbourhood. It's full of quizzes and activities you can do together to improve your child's safety knowledge, increase their confidence and empower them to trust their instincts and react appropriately to unsafe situations. And the best part is, you can stop and come back at anytime.

15/06/2022

Happy Birthday Neighbourhood Watch! 🥳🎂

09/06/2022

If there’s a knock at the door – teach kids to yell out “Dad/Mum, there’s someone at the door!” Or if you’re elderly or live alone, make some noise. Don’t ignore the knocks and calls, or make a point of staying quiet, as crooks could be testing to see if anyone is home. To learn more about keeping kids safe at home or in the community, visit www.nhw.com.au/kids