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Home Security - 2 December 2008
Home Security - 2 December 2008
With Christmas and the school holiday period fast approaching it is timely to remind members of our community to make sure your homes are secure whilst away on holidays. We’re very lucky in Canberra to live in one of the safest communities in Australia.
Unfortunately some of our homes can be easy targets for burglars, but with a few simple precautions you can improve your home's security.
The most important thing you can do to prevent theft in and around the home is to have a visible alarm system installed. Research has shown alarms are the number one deterrent for would-be thieves, and no home should be without one.
When choosing an alarm system make sure it covers all external doors and windows.
Other simple measures you can take include keeping your front door locked when you’re at the back of the house, keeping cash and valuables out of sight, and trimming bushes and trees to provide clear visibility of access points into your home.
It’s also a good idea to ensure your house number is clearly visible from the street in case there is an emergency.
If we are all able to keep a look out for our neighbours’ property – if you notice anything suspicious, contact police on 131 444 (or 000 in a life-threatening emergency). Crime Stoppers is also available on 1800 333 000 if you wish to provide information to police.