Scarborough Neighbourhood Watch

13/10/2026

Prevention is the best protection

13/10/2026

🛡️ Personal Safety Matters 🛡️

We all have the right to be safe.

Personal safety is something we should never take for granted. While no one is responsible for the actions of others, we do have a responsibility to take reasonable steps to protect our own safety and wellbeing.

Adopting practical safety strategies can help reduce the risk of victimisation and assist you to respond effectively if your safety is threatened. Simple actions such as staying aware of your surroundings, trusting your instincts,
keeping friends or family informed of your whereabouts, and knowing how to seek help can make a big difference.

Let's work together to create safer communities by looking out for ourselves and each other. Stay alert, stay informed, and remember—your safety matters.

07/10/2026

QPS provides a wide range of information and resources on how to best conduct a layered home security assessment, including home security presentations, checklists and information sheets. This includes a step-by-step video available at:

https://www.police.qld.gov.au/safety-and-preventing-crime/home-and-multi-residential-security

As part of the Safer Together initiative QPS has created a series of six videos sharing insights into how opportunistic thieves operate, including some everyday ways people can help protect their property and stay safer together:

Safer Together Videos | QPS

https://www.police.qld.gov.au/safety-and-preventing-crime/safer-together/safer-together-videos

House-breaking, also known as break and enter or burglary, is one of the most common crimes and can occur at any time of the day or night. By regularly assessing our home security, introducing targeted security measures and changes to our everyday behaviours you can help keep your home safe. Good ho...

23/09/2026

🚶 Personal Safety Reminder: Stay Vigilant and Stay Safe 🚶‍♂️🚶

Whether you're heading to work, exercising, enjoying a night out, or simply running errands, taking a few simple precautions can help keep you safe.

✅ Avoid walking alone, especially at night
✅ Walk with friends or in groups where possible
✅ Stay in well-lit, populated areas
✅ Be aware of your surroundings and avoid distractions such as mobile phones or headphones
✅ Let someone know where you're going and when you expect to arrive
✅ Keep valuables out of sight and secure
✅ Trust your instincts. If something doesn't feel right, move to a safe location and seek help

Looking out for yourself and others helps create safer communities for everyone. A little awareness can go a long way.

💙 Stay alert. Stay connected. Stay safe.

22/09/2026

22/09/2026

🏖️ Heading Away During the Holidays?

Whether you're escaping for a weekend getaway or taking a well-earned holiday, don't forget to make your home a little less attractive to opportunistic thieves while you're away.

✅ Lock all doors and windows
✅ Secure valuables out of sight
✅ Ask a trusted neighbour to collect your mail
✅ Put lights on timers to create the appearance someone is home
✅ Avoid posting holiday updates in real time on social media
✅ Ensure gates, sheds, and garages are locked

A few simple steps before you leave can help give you peace of mind while you enjoy your break.

🏡 Neighbourhood Watch encourages everyone to look out for one another. If you notice suspicious activity in your street, report it to police.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday! ✈️☀️

01/09/2026

How do I keep my children safe online?

That’s the big question for modern families and caregivers.

From social media to online gaming, the risks associated with the digital world can sometimes feel overwhelming. So, the AFP-led Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) is swinging the focus to share practical and empowering advice and awareness.

During National Child Protection Week (NCPW) from September 6-12, we’ll publish a video Q&A where subject matter experts from the ACCCE will answer some of the most common questions they hear about keeping kids safe online. And we want you to participate.

If you have burning questions you need answered, drop them into the comments below and we’ll answer as many as we can.

In the meantime, a wealth of information remains available at accce.gov.au

01/09/2026

📹 Join the Community Camera Alliance – Help Make Queensland Safer! 📹
Did you know your security camera could help police investigate crime and improve community safety?

The Community Camera Alliance (CCA) is a Queensland Police Service initiative that encourages residents and businesses to register the location of their CCTV systems. By knowing where cameras are located, police can save valuable time during investigations and quickly identify potential footage that may assist in solving crimes.

✅ Registration is FREE
✅ Your footage is not monitored by police
✅ You retain full ownership and control of your CCTV system
✅ Police will only contact you if footage from your camera may assist with a specific investigation

Whether you have a home security camera, business CCTV system, doorbell camera, or other surveillance system, your registration could make a real difference in supporting local investigations and preventing crime.

🎥 Register your CCTV system today and help strengthen community safety across Queensland.

👉 Register here: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/safety-and-preventing-crime/cctv-registration

Together, we can build safer, more connected communities by working hand in hand to support crime prevention and assist police when it matters most.

📹🏠🚔

27/08/2026

Jack's Law allows police to conduct non-invasive searches using a handheld metal detector in public places.

Named after 17-year-old Jack Beasley, who was fatally stabbed on the Gold Coast, the law aims to deter and prevent knife crime by making it easier for our officers to detect and remove weapons from public spaces.

It’s about safety, prevention and putting victims first.

27/08/2026

🚔 Know What's Happening in Your Area! 🗺️

Want to stay informed about crime trends in your neighbourhood?

The Queensland Police Service Online Crime Map allows you to view reported offences across Queensland, helping you stay aware of what's happening in your local community.

✅ View crime statistics by suburb
✅ Check offence locations and trends
✅ Stay informed and help keep your community safe

🔗 Visit the QPS Online Crime Map here:
https://qps-ocm.s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/index.html

Being informed is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your family, and your community. Use the information to support crime prevention efforts, increase awareness, and encourage conversations about local safety.

🏡 Neighbourhood Watch Queensland encourages residents to stay alert, report suspicious activity, and work together to build safer communities.



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