Neighbourhood Watch Ferny Grove 5 - South Mitchelton

From QPS crime stats for the period 4 Mars 2026 — 3 June 2026, there were 11 offences reported in our area (7 Other Theft, 1 unlawful entry, 1 Other property damage, 1 handling stolen goods, 1 Weapons Act Offences).
Since May 1st to today:
4/5/26 – Grays Road – Stolen box trailer from the street.
13/5/26 – Gimba Street – Stolen tools from trailer during work hours.
22/5/26 – Pibbin Close – Stolen bicycles from house verandah.

Please help keep our neighbourhood safe by:
- Locking your car and home doors
- Remove valuables from car
- Keeping keys out of sight (not left on benches)
- Installing motion-activated lights and cameras, if possible
- Using your alarm system
Stay alert and look out for one another! 👀🔒

If something doesn’t seem right, report it.

• Contact police for suspicious or criminal activity
• Use non-emergency numbers where appropriate
• Encourage others to report concerns too

For more info, go to: https://www.nhwa.com.au/reporting/

Use Cameras Responsibly

Security tools should be used thoughtfully.

• Position cameras within your property
• Respect neighbours’ privacy
• Share footage only when appropriate

🏖️ 🤳Holidays are worth sharing but be mindful of what and when you post on social media.

Check your privacy settings and avoid advertising that you’re away from home for an extended period.

Consider saving your holiday posts until after you return.

Learn other ways to ‘crim’prove your home before the upcoming Easter holidays 🐰 →

https://crimsafe.com.au/holiday-ready-how-to-secure-your-home-while-youre-away/

Crimsafe

Spending time away from home for the school holidays? 🏖️

Help us by keeping your property safe and secure. Here's a few tips 👇

✅ Lock up, check all your doors and windows.

✅ Make sure you don't leave home and vehicle keys in obvious, easy-to-see locations.

✅ Keep your vehicle garaged if possible, or park it in an area that is well lit.

✅ Consider active deterrents, such as alarms, CCTV and security lights.

✅ Report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers or Policelink

The first sign that your number plates have been cloned could be an unexpected fine in your inbox.

Or even a knock on the door by your local police.

Don't think it can happen to you?

Unfortunately, it happens to regular people every day.

Advancements in 3D printing technology have enabled crims to reproduce number plates easily.

Once they're attached to a car similar in make, model and colour to yours, there's no way to know it isn't you committing the crimes.

Here are some tips to reduce the possibility of becoming a victim:

🚗 If you are listing a car for sale on any platform, ensure the number plates are blacked out in photos before uploading them.

🚗 If you see anyone in your local area photographing cars, report it to the police immediately.

🚗 Make a report to the police if you receive any fines you know aren't yours and submit an application for new number plates to prevent any new offences from ending up in your name.

Home and multi-residential security 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...

🚗 NHW Action Week: Challenge 2 – Secure Your Vehicle!

Tomorrows challenge is all about vehicle security:

✅ Remove all valuables from your car.
✅ Lock your vehicle.
Even if you’re only leaving it unattended for a short time.

Sounds easy right? Let’s make it harder for thieves and keep our community safe! 💪