Safety notice for Wellingtonians
Hi neighbours, from next week at the Arlington housing site you may notice safety fencing, surveying and soil testing activity from our contractors.
They’ll be getting ready for demolition from July, after which we’ll be building around 300 modern, warm and quality homes over the next few years.
Thanks for your patience as we prepare to build these much-needed homes for Wellingtonians.
Any questions or for more information, please contact Renee Regal on 021 998 724 or 0800 801 601 or email renee.regal@kaingaora.govt.nz
Six tips for improving security around your home
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.
3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.
4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.
5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.
6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property
Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.
Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.
Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?
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43.4% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
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56% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
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0.6% Other - I'll share below
Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers
Miramar and Maupuia Seniors register now for our wonderful refresher course with Vanessa at the Miramar and Maupuia Community Centre.
This course is relaxed and classroom based, including workbook, helping to refresh and clarify the road user rules.
it is a social interactive day and includes morning tea and lunch.
Contact us to register on 04 499 6646.