Mount Maunganui Community Patrol

30/09/2026

☀️ Longer evenings. Beach days. BBQs with friends.

Summer is on its way, Mount Maunganui—and it’s easy to become a little more relaxed about home security.

Sadly, an open window or unlocked garage can create an opportunity.

Five simple habits to keep your home safer:

🔒 Lock doors and windows
Even when you’re just heading out for a quick walk.

🚲 Secure bikes and tools
Put them away after gardening or a ride.

💡 Use outdoor lighting
Keep entrances well lit and easy to see.

🏡 Make home look occupied
Use light timers and ask a trusted neighbour to collect mail while you’re away.

📱 Share holiday photos when you’re home
Keep your travel plans off public social media.

Enjoy the longer evenings. Keep those security habits strong. 💙

Share this reminder with your neighbours—looking out for each other makes a difference.

Mount Maunganui Community Patrol
Local people looking out for local people.

20/09/2026

☀️ ONE WEEK TO GO! ☀️

Daylight saving begins next Sunday—which means lighter evenings and more time to enjoy our beautiful Mount Maunganui! 🌊

What will you do with that extra daylight?

🚶 Beach walk
🌿 Get into the garden
🏄 Head out for a surf
🔥 Fire up the BBQ
🚲 Take the bikes out
🐕 Walk the dog
🏖️ Spend longer at the beach

Whatever you choose, stay aware of your surroundings, secure your belongings and look out for one another.

Tell us below—what are you most looking forward to? 👇

18/07/2026

17/07/2026

🐦 If you spot three or more sick or dead birds together, please don't touch them.

Mount Maunganui Community Patrol is helping spread this important message to keep our community safe.

✅ Keep yourself, children and pets well away.
📍 Note the location.
📞 Report it to the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) on 0800 809 966.

Avian influenza (bird flu) mainly affects wild and domestic birds. While the risk to people is considered low, reporting suspected cases helps protect our native wildlife, backyard poultry and our wider community.

Please don't handle sick or dead birds—leave them where they are and report them.

More information, including online reporting, is available on the Western Bay of Plenty District Council website:
https://www.westernbay.govt.nz/community/environment/bird-flu

Mount Maunganui Community Patrol
Working together for a safer community. 💙

30/06/2026

🥶 A frosty start to the morning!

Before you head off, make sure your windscreen is completely clear. A small patch to see through isn't enough—it puts you and everyone else on the road at risk.

🚗 A few quick winter reminders:
❄️ Use your demister and allow the windscreen to fully clear.
❄️ Never pour boiling water on your windscreen—it can crack the glass.
❄️ Allow extra time for your journey.
❄️ Slow down and increase your following distance if roads are frosty or visibility is poor.

Stay safe out there and take an extra few minutes—it could make all the difference. 💙

For more winter driving tips from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency:
🔗 "Winter Driving Advice" (https://reference-url-citation.invalid/0)

25/06/2026

🚨 OUR FRIENDS AT PAPAMOA COMMUNITY PATROL HAVE ASKED US TO SHARE THIS IMPORTANT MESSAGE 🚨

Vehicle thefts are on the rise in Papamoa, and it's a timely reminder for all of us across the wider Tauranga area to stay vigilant.

Over the past two weeks, there have been:

🚗 11 vehicles stolen
🚗 3 attempted vehicle thefts 🚗 3 vehicles damaged

The vehicles were parked in both driveways and on the roadside.

The most commonly targeted vehicles were:
• Nissan Tiida – 5 stolen
• Toyota Mark X – 3 stolen

A common method used by offenders has been smashing the small rear quarter window to gain entry.

🔒 Please take a few extra precautions:

• Lock your vehicle, even when it's at home.

• Remove valuables and spare keys.

• Park in a well-lit area or garage where possible.

• Consider using a steering wheel lock or immobiliser.

👀 If you've had your vehicle tampered with, damaged, or stolen, please report it to Police. Reporting helps identify patterns, target patrols, and build a clearer picture of what's happening across our communities.

Together, by sharing information and looking out for one another, we can help make it harder for offenders to operate.

Please share this post to help spread the word and keep our community informed. 💙

23/06/2026

🌊 The Ocean Looks Calm... Until It Doesn't

Winter at Mount Maunganui is something special.

The beaches are quieter. The sunrises are spectacular. And sometimes the ocean can look surprisingly calm.

But appearances can be deceiving.

One of the biggest dangers on New Zealand beaches is a rip current — often found in the calm-looking gaps between breaking waves. Surf Life Saving NZ advises that rips can be difficult to spot and can quickly carry people away from shore.

Winter also brings another hidden risk: cold water shock.

Water Safety New Zealand warns that even strong swimmers can experience an involuntary gasp reflex, rapid breathing and loss of swimming ability within the first few minutes of entering cold water.

If you find yourself in trouble:

✔ Stay calm
✔ Float on your back
✔ Control your breathing
✔ Raise your hand for help

Remember: Float First. Panic Last.

Whether you're walking Mauao, fishing from the rocks, surfing, paddling or simply enjoying the view, take a moment to respect the ocean this winter.

Stay safe, look after each other, and enjoy our beautiful coastline.

💙 Mount Maunganui Community Patrol

Sources: Surf Life Saving New Zealand & Water Safety New Zealand

14/06/2026

❄️ Feeling the chill? Warm your hands and your heart. ☕

Here at Community Patrol, we're proud to work alongside some incredible organisations that help keep our community safe and cared for every day. One of those is Hato Hone St John. 💚🚑

So if you're looking for a warm drink in this chilly weather, why not grab one knowing you're also supporting the amazing ambulance crews and volunteers who are there when our community needs them most.

Every cup can make a difference. ❤️

Let's support those who spend every day looking after us. 💛

12/06/2026

📸 Are you a budding photographer?

Is Mauao your muse?

Then do I have an opportunity for you… 🤔

Imagine having a front-row seat to some of the most breathtaking moments our community has to offer. The golden sunrises. The unexpected encounters. The stories that unfold while most of the world is still asleep.

💣 Truth Bomb

We are desperately short of Community Patrollers.

This is a genuine call for help.

By volunteering just a few hours each month, you'll be helping keep our community safe while experiencing Mount Maunganui from a perspective few people ever do.

You don't need experience.
You don't need to be an expert.
You simply need a community spirit and a willingness to help.

💙 If you've ever thought, "I'd love to give something back," this is your sign.

Send us a message and come see Mount Maunganui through a different lenses....

Love local

09/06/2026

This morning, as the sun rises over the Bay, the Fieldays gets underway.

While many think of Mount Maunganui for its beaches and lifestyle, we're also home to one of New Zealand's busiest ports.

The products grown on our farms don't simply stay there—they travel through our transport networks, businesses and the port to reach the world.

From the paddock... ➡️ To the packhouse... ➡️ To the trucks... ➡️ To the port... ➡️ To international markets.

It's a reminder that agriculture, logistics and local business are all connected, creating jobs and supporting families throughout our community.

🚜 Are you visiting Fieldays this year?

Tell us what you're most looking forward to or share a photo from your day!

Supporting local communities starts with recognising the people who keep New Zealand moving. 💙