OCTOBER 2019 BULLETIN

Burglaries and Break-ins in your Area

Taken from the police public website here are the burglary numbers by police area from 1 – 31 August 2019. There were 76 reports of unlawful entry with intent to burglary, break and enter during August. Total figures for 2019 so far are in brackets. To protect the privacy of individuals, the police remove sensitive details revealing specific “time and place”.

Please note that police named areas do not exactly match Neighbourhood Support Group areas. If your area is not mentioned, it is not available from the police: members can view these police statistics on line.

Bader 0 (20) 2 (15) Bryant 2 (18)

Brymer 2 (11) Burbush 0 (4) Chartwell 1 (6)

Chedworth 1 (27) Clarkin 2 (21) 2 (14)

Crawshaw 0 (18) Dinsdale South 1 (15) Dinsdale North 2 (5)

Enderley 4 (33) Eureka 1 (4) 0 (9)

Flagstaff 0 (2) Frankton 2 (22) Glenview 1 (9)

Grandview 2 (12) Hamilton East 4 (18) 0 (13)

Hamilton Central 12 (62) Hillcrest West 2 (12) 2 (6)

Huntington 0 (8) Insoll 3 (14) 1 (16)

Melville 1 (11) Nawton 1 (14) Naylor 5 (29)

Peachgrove 1 (15) Porritt 1 (7) 0 (4)

Queenwood 2 (7) Riverlea 3 (8) 0 (4)

Rototuna 0 (2) Silverdale 1 (6) Swarbrick 4 (20)

Sylvester 0 (11) 0 (2) 5 (28)

University 3 (22) Whatawhata 0 (6)

You can view a map of Hamilton city burglary locations on your members website

There are no “Persons Wanted by the Police to Arrest” reported in Hamilton City this month.

Bunnings is hosting a national Crime Prevention Week 13th - 20th November and you're invited to take part!

Hamilton Neighbourhood Support volunteers will be present in the Bunnings South store on Saturday 16th November from 9 – 12 a.m. Come and collect replacement window/letterbox stickers/Group fridge magnets and meet the volunteer team!

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Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first-hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan. How members and supporters take connect is completely up to the individual or group.

This month includes the International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and ’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.

For the month of October, we suggest you think about how your Neighbourhood Support Group would tackle emergency preparedness preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your local community

From identifying which members have first aid training or other skills, to how to put together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.

New Zealand Shake Out

Whakahaumaru Aotearoa

Our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi is taking place on Thursday 17 October 2019 at 1.30pm

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Emergency Preparedness For Pets

Often when we prepare for an emergency or disaster we think about ourselves, our family, neighbours, colleagues and friends. But is there someone else you might be forgetting?

Although they are often considered as part of the family, it’s easy to forget some extra planning might be needed to ensure your pets are also prepared. The following is a list of items you can store together to keep your furry, fuzzy, fluffy and feathered loves one comfortable and safe:

Food + Water Store at least five days of non-perishable pet food (canned or dried) in an airtight or waterproof container - don’t forget a can opener! Try to use the same food as what you normally feed them to avoid possible stomach upsets. Store at least five days of water, additional to your family needs. Remember to include bowls for both. Carrier One for each animal. Label these in advance with your name, contact number and address. The cage/carrier should be sturdy and made from metal or plastic, not cardboard which may disintegrate when wet. For dogs, also include a muzzle, harness and lead. Medical Supplies + Vet’s Details Store extra medical supplies (such as bandages and tape, scissors, tweezers and gloves) and your pet’s medicines or supplements in a waterproof container. You should also store copies of any medical and vaccination records in a waterproof see-through storage bag. Include your vet’s name and phone number, in case you have to board or place your pets in someone else’s care. Provide extra contact details for nearby family and friends. Towels, Blankets + Bedding It helps to use bedding your pet is familiar with to make them feel at ease, especially if you become separated. A favourite toy can also help reduce stress. Towels and blankets will come in handy to keep your pet warm and dry in severe weather. Sanitation Include litter and a litter box if needed and any other useful items such as newspapers, paper towels, plastic bags, doggie bags, disposable gloves and sanitising solutions. Photographs + ID Store a current photograph of your pets in a waterproof container, including notes on any distinguishing features as well as name, sex, age, colour and breed. Also include a photograph of you together to help prove ownership if you get separated. Make sure your pets are microchipped and wearing ID tags if possible.

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Please contact Snr Constable Craig Berquist Hamilton Prevention FREE Ph: (072)117 179 / Mobile: (021)191 1071 Email: [email protected]

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Neighbours Day Aotearoa is an annual campaign encouraging you to connect with your neighbours

Next year's dates have been set for March 27 - April 5 2020.

The theme for 2020 is: Small things make a big difference. It could be as simple as a smile, a wave, or introducing yourself to someone new. By doing small things you can make a big difference in your neighbourhood.

NEXT BULLETIN SATURDAY 2 NOVEMBER 2019

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