Neighbourhood Watch Ferny Grove 5 - South Mitchelton

02/09/2026

Latest activity update in our area. 18 offences from 02/06 to 01/09.
4 Traffic & Related Offences, 3 Trespassing &Vagrancy, 2 Other Property Damage, 2 Other Theft(excl. Unlawful Entry), 1 UnlawfulEntry...

As always, please help keep our neighbourhood safe by:
- Locking your car and home doors
- Removing valuables from your 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! 👀🔒

You can request a FREE home security assessment from the District Crime Prevention (DCPC) Office.
FREE Turning the Screws on the 27th Sept from 9am at Bunnings Keperra

02/09/2026

📹 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.

📹🏠🚔

02/09/2026

22/08/2026

"Don't Tell Anyone"

A request for secrecy can be a major warning sign.

🚩 Be cautious if someone:

Tells you to keep a transaction secret from your family or bank
Says other people won't understand or will "ruin the opportunity"
Tries to isolate you from people who could help

Scammers often use secrecy to prevent victims from getting a second opinion. If something feels wrong, talk to someone you trust.

19/08/2026

Impersontion Scams.

Sometimes the person contacting you looks and sounds exactly like someone you know—or claims to represent someone you trust.

🚩 Be cautious if they:

- Suddenly ask you to transfer money or buy gift cards
- Say they've lost their phone or can't talk normally
- Ask you to keep the request secret or act immediately

Verify unusual requests using a different contact method. A quick phone call could stop a scam in its tracks.

18/08/2026

10/08/2026

🎡 HEADING TO THE EKKA ON PEOPLE'S DAY? KEEP THE KIDS SAFE! 🎡

If you're heading to the Ekka on People's Day, make sure you stop by the Queensland Police Service (QPS) Keeping Kids Safe Stand and pick up a FREE Kids Safe wristband.

With thousands of people attending the Ekka, it's easy for little ones to become separated from their families. The Kids Safe wristband allows parents and carers to write their contact details on the inside, helping police quickly reunite families if a child gets lost.

📍 Finding the Keeping Kids Safe Stand You can find the stand at the intersection of Gregory Terrace and King Street, near the Ekka Police Station.

✅ FREE wristbands available
✅ Quick and easy to use
✅ Police officers, recruits and volunteers are on hand to assist
✅ Provides peace of mind while you enjoy all the Ekka fun

Before you head off to explore the rides, showbags and attractions, take a moment to visit the Keeping Kids Safe Stand and collect your free wristband.

Together, we can help make People's Day a fun and safe experience for everyone! 🎠👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

04/06/2026

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! 👀🔒

15/05/2026

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/

15/05/2026

Use Cameras Responsibly

Security tools should be used thoughtfully.

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