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Bimonthly Neighbourhood Newsletter of Flagstaff Hill NHW Area 453(Authorised by Australia Post as Official Mail)
APRIL 2018
Area Co-ordinatorMatt Curnow
SecretaryRay Henderson
Newsletter EditorSimon Twining
Police Co-ordinatorTom Jepps
Det. (Brevet) Sgt, Sturt CIBMail / Email
49A Warri Parri DriveFlagstaff Hill 5159
Learn CPR ................. 1
RFID Card Sleeves ... 1
Telephone Scam ...... 2
Bicycle Security ........ 3
Vehicle Security........ 4
Police Incidents ........ 4
FLAGSTAFF HILLNEIGHBOURHOODWATCH AREA 453
Flagstaff Hill Golf Club
NEXT Meeting
Nearest Police Station333 Sturt Road, Bedford Park SAPh: 8207 4700 7 days 9am-9pm
Police Attendance: Ph 131 444
DIAL 000 to report a crime in progressor has just been committed
7.30pm Wednesday18th April 2018
ALL WELCOME! RFID Card Shield SleevesNeighbourhood Watch has produced RadioFrequency IDentification blocking sleeves to protectyour credit and ID cards from unauthorised access.
To purchase for just $1 each, please contact ourSecretary Ray Henderson via emailraymondhenderson007@ gmail.com or come to ournext meeting. We also have UV Pens available for $5!
Upcoming Meetings 20th June 15th August
Guest Speaker Det. Brevet Sgt.Tom Jepps will discuss changes
taking place within SAPOL.
June Meeting: SA Ambulance willbe speaking about CPR At our
June meeting (see article right).
Come and learn CPR. It’s FREEDo you know what to do in an emergency?
Community CPR 30 is anon-accredited programwith no formal assess-ment and, therefore, no statementof attendance or qualification isissued. It forms part of the SAASH.E.A.R.T program, which aims toimprove “out of hospital cardiac arrest”survival rates in South Australia.
Community CPR 30 is a free programand the running time is 30 minutes.Maximum class size is 20 people persession. Send an email ray [email protected] you are interested.
Community CPR-30 is the South AustralianAmbulance Service (SAAS) program designed toallow SAAS to engage with our community,encouraging them to be a part of the cardiac arrestchain of survival.
The use of a short video and simple inflatablemanikins allows participants to practise some keycomponents of basic life support in a relaxed, non-threatening environment. SAAS trainers will guideparticipants, provide feedback on techniques, andanswer questions regarding CPR and AED use.
Community CPR 30 does not replace nationallyaccredited CPR/AED training programs asrequiredby many professions or workplace first aid codesof practise.
SA Police Operation Subtract has been attackinga rising trend in break-ins across the state.
SAPOL State Community Engagement Sectionand Neighbourhood Watch have designed ahouse and bin stickers as a resource for residentsto encourage reports of suspicious behaviour.
Operation Subtract Bin stickerThe sticker is designed to be placed onthe side of the council bin so it can beseen by drivers and pedestrians asthey travel along the street.
If you would like a free bin or house stickercome to our next meeting or [email protected]
2 APRIL 2018
Dr Shriniwas Halivagilu MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Feroz Rammal MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Rupinder Sekhon Female GP MBBS
Dr Naila Sherwani Female GP MBBS
Dr Yog Raman Sareen MBBS
OPENING HOURSMon-Fri 8.30am-9pm
Sat 9.45am-9pm Sun 9.45am-6pm
PH 8270 4000www.aberfoyleparkfp.com.au
5 The Mall, Aberfoyle Park (Behind the Hub)
NHW HELPINGTHE COMMUNITY
Neighbourhood Watch areas workagainst crime: the public are theeyes and ears for the police in ourneighbourhood.
Keeping people informed, beingobservant and alert, is beingproactive against crime. The policecan only be in one place at a time,and the area they cover is large.
Any information the public can givePolice helps in their investigations.
Come to a meeting, see what we doand show support for your NHWarea (meeting details on front page).
MEALS AT THECENTRE $15Join us and our NEWCHEF for a deliciousmeal on the last Tuesday of each month!!!April – Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya withcrisp green saladMay- Beef Stroganoff with buttered fettuccineMenu (kids option available) and furtherinformation is available on our website,facebook page or contact Mel 0402 433 746.Bookings required
VOLUNTEERS WANTEDSeeking community minded people. Wantto be rewarded by being a part of awonderful and vibrant Community Centre?Opportunities currently exist in:– bar work;– cleaning, maintenance and minor works;Recipients of Newstart (55+) and MatureAge Allowance can use this volunteercontribution to fully meet activity test andJob Network requirements with CentreLink. For further information contact Melon 0402 433 746.
Flagstaff Community Centre,Coromandel St (just off Black Rd),flagstaffcommunitycentre.com.au
www.facebook.com/flagstaffcommunitycentre/
The Australian Competition andConsumer Commission (ACCC)reports Scamwatch has found thatAustralians lost $48,830 to premiumservice scam calls and texts in thepast 12 months.
The ACCC received 277 reports ofthe ‘wangiri’ scam in one week inFebruary.
How it works
Scammers made their money by enticingpeople to call back a premium numbersimilar to those used by psychic hotlinesand sex lines. The scam is known as awangiri scam, a Japanese word looselytranslated to “one cut”.
The scammer calls for just one ring thencuts the line leaving a missed call on thevictim’s phone. When the victim callsthe number back they could be put onhold, have music playing or try andchat.
The wangiri scammers want the caller tostay on the line as long as possible,thereby increasing the amount of moneythey make, as the money makes its way
back to the scammer.
What you can doTo avoid extra charges on your phone
bill, ignore calls from country codes you
don’t recognise and from 19 or 1900
numbers.
Blocking problematic phone numbers
and not returning missed calls from
unknown numbers can help you avoid
becoming a victim.
The best thing you can do to protect
yourself during a dodgy call is HANG
UP.
The ACCC says if you call your mobile
provider and tell them what’s happened,
you won’t end up having to pay the
charge.
Vicious Cycle
Victims were targeted because they
had offered their information freely
while signing up for apps or entering
contests. That information is collated
and sold off.
Once a victim returns a scam call
scammers sell contact details to other
fraudsters for people who they think
might be susceptible to scams.
The ACCC encourages victims to
report their experiences to its
Scamwatch website.
Telephone Scam: Overseas and Premium Numbers
Disclaimer: This publication has been
prepared as a public service initiative and
while every care has been taken in its
preparation no warranty is given nor
representation, either express or implied,
made regarding the accuracy, currency or
fitness for purpose of the information,
advice provided and no liability or
responsibility is accepted by the State of
South Australia, its instrumentalities, South
Australia Police (their agents, officers and
employees) and Neighbourhood Watch SA
(Neighbourhood Watch Volunteers
Association of SA Inc.) for any loss suffered
by any person in consequence of any use of
and reliance placed by any person upon the
said information or advice.
3APRIL 2018
Remember: See Something, Say something, Call Crime Stoppers
Statewide Facebook PageA new Statewide NeighbourhoodWatch Facebook pagehas been launched.Visit https://www.facebook.com/NeighbourhoodWatchSA/
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South Australia Police requirefeedback, support & collaboration frommembers of the community toeffectively prevent and respond to crime.
By joining Neighbourhood Watch, you’llbe playing a key part in keeping yourstreet, suburb and South Australia asafer place to live. Whether you wantto be a leader for change in yourcommunity, build your skills, or simplymeet other like-minded locals,Neighbourhood Watch is right for you.
You can connect with local police whilebuilding professional networks andupskilling to improve your CV oremployment prospects.
Plus you’ll be assisting your neighbours,the community, and South AustraliaPolice along the way.
CYCLISTS are being warned to watchout for thieves as latest figures showmore 2400 bikes reported stolen lastfinancial year, RAA Insurance canreveal.
Bicycles can be a very tempting target forrobbers, with some insured by RAA worthup to $8000.
This makes them popular with thievesprowling the streets as well as thosebreaking into homes and sheds, RAAInsurance spokeswoman Hayley Cainwarned.
Robbers will also steal lights, wheels,helmets and quick release seats, sheadded.
While not all robberies were reported,police figures showed Adelaide CityCouncil was the most popular site for bikethieves, followed by Charles Sturt, PortAdelaide Enfield, Onkaparinga andMarion councils.
“It’s important bike owners check thepolicy conditions of their insurance, as itmay only cover the bike when it is in yourhome and not when it is in use,’’ Ms Cainsaid.
Police regularly report the theft of bikesfrom unlocked sheds, highlighting theneed for vigilance by homeowners.
Ease of transport also made bikes temptingtargets as they can provide thieves withtheir means of escape from the scene ofthe crime.
Cyclists could limit thieves’ opportunity tostealing their bike from home or while it’sin public locations, according to Ms Cain.
Tips for deterring bike thieves
Use a quality lock (preferably
two locks of different types if in
a high risk area or you have
detachable wheels or seat) as
thieves use bolt cutters and
pliers
If you must leave it outdoors,
park it in an open, well-lit area
and lock it to a fixed object
Using a steel U-shaped lock
and cable, lock your bike to a
fixed object and wind the cable
through both tires and the frame
leaving as little space as
possible within the “U” of the
lock
Keep the lock off the ground
and face the keyhole towards
the ground
Remove the front wheel and
lock both the wheel and the
frame together if it’s a quick-
release wheel
Take your bike seat and
accessories with you if they’re
easily removable and/or
expensive
When you are at home keep
the bike inside, in a locked shed
or use an asset protector
Engrave your bike frame and
take photos of bike and
accessories.
Bicycle Security
Why join Neighbourhood Watch?
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PROPERTY DAMAGE
1. 21/02/2018 Flagstaff Hill PS School facilities damaged overnight.
THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE2. 14/01/2018 Clearview Terrace Vehicle broken into & items stolen overnight.3. 19/01/2018 Clearview Terrace Vehicle broken into and items stolen
overnight.4. 01-08/02/2018 Black Road Items stolen from vehicle.5. 22/02/2018 Warri Parri Drive Vehicle entered and items stolen overnight.
THEFT6. 01-25/02/2018 Kestral Walk Property stolen.7. 03/03/2018 Angela Close Vehicle stolen overnight.8. 20/01/2018 Broadmedow Drive Rear yard entered overnight and property
stolen.9. 25-31/01/2018 Vynland Drive Property stolen from yard.
SERIOUS CRIMINAL TRESPASS (Break in)10.07/03/2018 Black Road Home entered and property stolen.
Vehicle SecurityTo help prevent thieves targeting your vehicle andproperty, consider implementing these security tips:
• Lock your vehicle doors and close all windows.
• Install an alarm or immobiliser and activate it every time you leave your vehicle.
• At night park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
• Park off the road and if possible in a locked garage.
• Use secure car parking facilities where available.
• Remove all valuables from your vehicle. If you can’t, then concealthem in the boot before arriving at your destination.
• Do not hide a spare set of keys on or in your vehicle.
If you see anything suspicious call the police assistance line on 131 444.If you have any information about motor vehicle crime report it to CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au
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