NOVEMBER MEETING 2012

• Next Meeting at Crestmead PCYC

26th November (AGM) and end of year social event start at 6.30pm
 

 

PCYC BLUE LIGHT DISCO
December 14th (theme Christmas) 

Crestmead Community Centre
Full information on PCYC activities
can be obtained by phoning 3805 4100 or facebook page

NEWSLETTER November 2012

Message from The Area Coordinator
As you can see from the statistics, the police have been very active in dealing with crime, but it is  worrying to see so many offences occurring in the same streets - PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOUR & REPORT TO Crestmead Police Station or the Police Communications branch (phone numbers overleaf). The stealing from vehicles offences are in double figures & with the festive season coming up, please take care to lock your vehicles & ensure all valuable property is removed from sight lock in glove box or in the boot-don’t give criminals any temptation. Graffiti is again on the rise & with school holidays coming up we need to ensure that buildings & signs are not defaced remember it is your money that is spent to remove the graffiti. Ring the hotline if you see an offence to enable it to be removed.
With the holidays nearly here once again remember to check your vehicle before setting off on the road & ensure that you stop, revive & survive - ie take a break every couple of hours of driving.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have helped NHW this year by attending our events and meetings. Why not make a new year’s resolution to come along to a meeting next year & become part of the community - we need more members to give new ideas & aims for the group to
continue - come along to our AGM on November 26th & see what we have achieved & what we hope to do next year.
Stay safe on the roads, ensure your property is locked & protected & let your neighbours know if you are going away. Again don’t give any temptation to the criminals out there - they don’t take a holiday! Take care and have a safe and happy festive season.
Geoff

STRANGER DANGER
The term may be a misnomer since 85% of abuse or
danger to children may be from people who are known or
trusted by the child. The aim is to teach children to be
safe, be aware of predatory strangers & be self protective.
It is a delicate balance of raising awareness, without unnecessarily
alarming children. It is equally important to
emphasise that the majority of adults are caring, loving &
responsible - not ‘bad people’. A typical predator will be
dressed in friendly clothes, be funny or ingratiating &
more likely nice & enticing & bearing treats & offers.
ACTIVE PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOUR
Teach your child :
never to wander off or go out of sight
to always walk and stay with friends - never go alone.
practice saying NO loudly and repeatedly, if they are unsure.
to yell HELP, as loudly & repeatedly as possible until
they are heard. Predators hate noise and attention.
to find a safe adult (policeman or a mum with a stroller) or
a safe spot if they are fearful, such as a school, shop or
safety sign. However don’t tell your child that all
uniforms are safe as some predators do wear them.
Encourage your child to ‘’tell’’ if they felt scared, unsure
or uncomfortable or ‘’yucky’’ with any adult.
Affirm that you will be happy to praise them for telling  

they won’t be in trouble, and that you will listen and believe
them.
Be alert to behaviour or interaction, from a relative or
friend that makes you or your child feel uncomfortable.
Also to any overly ingratiating or endearing behaviour
which can lead to separation of child and parent.
Explain to your child in age appropriate terms where
touching is NOT OK such as touching mouths and areas
covered by their swimming costumes.
Be aware for a combination of warning signs of potential
danger - the greatest indicator is a change in several behaviours -
a return to bedwetting, nightmares or disturbed
sleep, or the sudden onset of phobias such as fear of the
dark or leaving the house.

Everyone knows that drinking & driving is dangerous, but so is drinking & walking!Pedestrians and motorists need to look out for
each other’s safety when they’re on (or near) the
road.
Last year more than 12% (or 33 fatalities) of the
road toll was pedestrians, of which 15 were alcohol
impaired. A trend that is on the rise –50%
higher than it was in 2010.
Of the 15 alcohol impaired pedestrian fatalities,
one-third were aged 30–39. Meanwhile one-third
were female and two-thirds were male. These
statistics indicate that people are unaware of the
dangers associated with walking while under the
influence of alcohol and the deadly consequences.
As a pedestrian you should always stay on the
footpath and only cross the road at marked
crossings, lights or other designated areas. If
you are planning on drinking AND walking to or
from a bar, club, party, etc then try to walk with
a group of sober friends to reduce your risk of
injury.
Meanwhile motorists should remember when
driving in heavily populated areas to reduce
speed & keep an eye out for pedestrians.

Prescription, over-the-counter & recreational drugs don’t belong behind the wheel!If you’re using any of the above then you should
plan ahead to avoid driving while under the influence.
Drugs can be incredibly dangerous, making
it hard to safely and competently ‘operate
heavy machinery’… like drive a car. Common
effects of drugs on driving can include:

• slow your reaction time
• affect your reflexes
• reduce your concentration
• distort your perception of speed and distance impair judgment.

So make sure you ask your pharmacist or doctor
if your prescription &/or over-the-counter medication
will affect your driving ability.
Don’t even think about driving after taking illegal
drugs. Police conduct regular random roadside
drug tests that can detect cannabis/marijuana,
speed, ice and ecstasy. If caught the penalties
are significant.

Rental Property October 2012

I have available a 3 Bedroom home located within close vicinity to the Julie Street shops at Crestmead.

If anyone to whom is in contact with the local neighborhood watch & is in need of a Rental Property within the area, please feel free to contact with expressions of interest.

Home is very clean with 18 Month old Carpet, 12 Month old Timber floor within Dining/Kitchen & has been fully repainted also just 18 Months ago.

If there is anyone interested, I can be contacted on my Home Phone at 38033748, or Email me on crestmead888@hotmail.com

OCTOBER MEETING 2012

Next Meeting at Crestmead PCYC

29th October speaker officer from Logan City Council City Safe
26th November (AGM)
All start at 6.30pm

GREY LIGHT DISCO
November 2nd 6pm—8pm
 

PCYC BLUE LIGHT DISCO
November 9th
December 14th (theme Christmas)
Crestmead Community Centre

NEWSLETTER October 2012

Message from The Area Coordinator
Please take note that the phone number for the Police Communications covering Logan and the Gold Coast has now changed to 3445 8000. By the time you receive this newsletter the identity theft/fraud talk will probably have taken place and I hope that those of you who attend(ed) will be much better informed of the tricks that some criminals use. Just remember if it sounds too good to be true - IT USUALLY IS! Also now is a timely reminder to ensure your WI FI safety information regarding this is available on the police website www.police.qld.gov.au
IDENTITY THEFT/FRAUD TALK CRESTMEAD COMMUNITY CENTRE
Sunday October 21st 2.30pm
Did you know that instead of reporting offences by phone you can do so on line? Email address is policelink@police.qld.gov.au and again on the police website there are examples of what information is needed.
The new Commissioner of Police is Ian Stewart who played such an important role in last year’s floods crisis.
We wish him well in his new role and also wish Bob Atkinson a very enjoyable retirement he was well respected and a man of integrity.
We hope to hold an end of year party in one of the Crestmead parks during November information will be on our Facebook page and website plus notices will be in the local free papers. Don’t forget our AGM will be at the November meeting and I encourage you to become involved in our community organisation.
I look forward to seeing you at one of the next community events.
Take care Geoff

REMEMBER SCHOOL ZONE

SPEED LIMITS ARE IN FORCE

7am—9am & 2pm—4pm

DURING SCHOOL TERMS

END OF YEAR ACTIVITIES—KEEP SAFE AND SECURE
As you are aware it will soon be that time of year again HALLOWEEN leading to SCHOOLIES and then THE FESTIVE SEASON all times when we should be aware of situations that can be dangerous.
With Halloween just remember that not all folk like to be bothered with the door knocking and then follow up behaviour by some people of ‘’egging’’ their property just for failing to open the door or give into the trick or treat message. If you have young children be sure they are accompanied by a responsible person don’t let them go out walking the streets alone each is too precious to allow anything to happen to them.
Schoolies is too much of a temptation to some youngsters who are on the brink of their adult lives.
We all remember the ONE PUNCH CAN KILL campaign started with a young man being hit and subsequently dying for absolutely no reason at all drink and drugs can affect people differently and the police will charge parents who supply their children with alcohol to take to these schoolies events - if the atmosphere is good enough, you don’t need alcohol to enjoy yourself. There is the possibility of drink driving incidents, older people taking advantage of teenagers, causing damage and even death from over-doing the ‘party spirit’.
Festive season of course will involve too many temptations for some if you are going out and drinking make sure you have a non drinker in your party to be nominated driver or take a cab. Don’t take chances with parties being affected by gate crashers. Register your event with the police through the PARTY SAFE scheme and don’t advertise on Facebook!! Don’t swim if affected by drink or drugs and if you are out with mates - keep an eye on each others drinks so they are not spiked.
WE ALL WANT TO WELCOME 2013 & ENJOY ANOTHER YEAR WITH OUR LOVED ONES


ST FRANCIS COLLEGE BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL & VACATION CARE
Crestmead PCYC currently runs School Age Care Services at St Francis College Crestmead (Prep to year 10) with friendly, qualified and caring staff.
Our SAC staff work hard to provide a family atmosphere whilst offering educational programs, sport, craft, free play, homework help, multicultural activities and delicious, nutritional meals at each service.
For more information phone KIM 0408 652 088

PCYC NEWS
All enquiries to Crestmead PCYC 3805 4100

ACTIVE LOGAN BOXFIT

$3.00 7 YEARS + Friday 5.30pm - 6.30pm

BEEP TEST $5.00 ALL AGES

CALL TO BOOK A SESSION BOXING 

JNR: $5.00 SNR: $6.00 4 - 14 YEARS 14 YEARS + Tuesday and Thursday 5.00pm - 6.30pm

HIP HOP LESSONS JNR: $5.00 4 - 14 YEARS Tuesday 5.00pm - 6.00pm

MARTIAL ARTS – AIKIDO JNR: $5.00 SNR: $7.00 4 -14 YEARS 14 YEARS + Monday 6.00pm - 8.00pm

MUAY THAI KICKBOXING $7.00 8 YEARS + Tuesday &
Thursday 7.15pm - 8.30pm

MUSIC LESSONS - BEGINNER’S GUITAR JNR: $5.00
SNR: $7.00 7 - 14 YEARS 14 YEARS + Monday 3.00pm
- 5.30pm (1/2 HOUR LESSONS - CALL TO BOOK)

BUSHFIRE SEASON IS ALREADY HERE
TAKE CARE & REPORT ANY SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES
DO NOT THROW CIGARETTE BUTTS ON THE
GROUND OR OUT OF CAR WINDOWS
CONTACT THE RURAL FIRE BRIGADE IF YOU ARE ABLE
TO HELP IN FIREFIGHTING DUTIES
CLEAN UP YOUR YARDS OF DEBRIS & YOUR HOUSE
GUTTERS OF LEAVES ETC WHICH CAN BE IGNITED
WITH STRAY SPARKS
ENSURE THE FAMILY KNOWS EVACUATION ROUTES
FROM THE HOUSE AND KNOW WHERE THE
MEETING POINT IS
KEEP VALUABLES HANDY SHOULD A FIRE OCCUR

SEPTEMBER MEETING 2012

Next Meeting at Crestmead PCYC
24th September
29th October
26th November (AGM)
All start at 6.30pm

PCYC BLUE LIGHT DISCO
Friday October 12th 6.00pm
theme HALLOWEEN
November 9th
December 14th (Christmas)
Crestmead Community Centre

NEWSLETTER September 2012

Message from The Area Coordinator
I hope that the information in this newsletter will provide you or someone you know of some sobering facts regarding the road toll for last year. We must try and reduce the number of lives lost or damaged each year through pointless actions. As you can see out of 269 deaths last year, 244 were due to WRONG CHOICES made by a motorist. So in effect only 25 deaths were due to ACTUAL ACCIDENTS!!
The IDENTITY THEFT/FRAUD TALK is being held at Crestmead Community Centre on Sunday October 21st at 2.30pm. I would encourage you to come along and find out about the latest scams and attempts at stealing the most important thing in your life your identity. This seems to be the fastest growing crime and even the most wary of people will find some new attempt being made each day. You are most welcome to come and enjoy an afternoon tea with Crestmead Neighbourhood Watch group, there will be safe plate screws available for attachment to your car to prevent registration plates being stolen. We will also have police in attendance to answer your queries on other matters relating to crime. If you require transport we are hoping to have use of a mini bus so please email /ring me for further details.
The annual LOGAN LOVES VOLUNTEERS event takes place on October 14th between 4pm-8pm at Underwood Park, Priestdale. The Volunteer of the Year award closes on Friday 28th September so if you know someone who deserves to be recognized for their work in the community don’t miss out on voting for them. I look forward to seeing you at one of the next community events.
Take care Geoff


SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WILL SOON BEHERE - MAKE SURE THAT YOUR CHILDREN ARE AWARE OF BUSHFIRE DANGERS AND TAKE CARE ON THE ROADS - DON’T BECOME ANOTHER STATISTIC

IDENTITY THEFT/ FRAUD AWARENESS TALK

Contact: 0431 478 343 Geoff Smith- area coordinator crestmeadnhw@hotmail.com

Date: Sunday 21st October

Time: 2.30pm

Crestmead Neighbourhood Watch invites you to attend the above event held in conjunction with the Queensland Police Service

Raffle, Giveaways & Afternoon Tea will be available, & safe plate screws can be fitted to prevent your vehicle registration plates being stolen

Crestmead Community Centre

Gimlet Street Crestmead 4132

CRESTMEAD

ST FRANCIS COLLEGE BEFORE &

AFTER SCHOOL & VACATION CARE

Crestmead PCYC currently runs School Age Care

Services at St Francis College Crestmead (Prep to

year 10) with friendly, qualified and caring staff.

Our SAC staff work hard to provide a family

atmosphere whilst offering educational programs, sport,

craft, free play, homework help, multicultural activities

and delicious, nutritional meals at each service.

For more information phone KIM 0408 652 088

PCYC NEWS

All enquiries to Crestmead PCYC 3805 4100

ACTIVE LOGAN BOXFIT $3.00 7 YEARS + Friday 5.30pm - 6.30pm

BEEP TEST $5.00 ALL AGES CALL TO BOOK A SESSION

BOXING JNR: $5.00 SNR: $6.00 4 - 14 YEARS 14 YEARS +

Tuesday and Thursday 5.00pm - 6.30pm

HIP HOP LESSONS JNR: $5.00 4 - 14 YEARS Tuesday 5.00pm - 6.00pm

MARTIAL ARTS – AIKIDO JNR: $5.00 SNR: $7.00 4 -14 YEARS 14 YEARS +

Monday 6.00pm - 8.00pm

MUAY THAI KICKBOXING $7.00 8 YEARS +

Tuesday & Thursday 7.15pm - 8.30pm

MUSIC LESSONS - BEGINNER’S GUITAR

JNR: $5.00 SNR: $7.00 7 - 14 YEARS 14 YEARS +

Monday 3.00pm - 5.30pm (1/2 HOUR LESSONS - CALL TO BOOK)

BUSHFIRE SEASON IS ALREADY HERE

TAKE CARE & REPORT ANY SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES

DO NOT THROW CIGARETTE BUTTS ON THE GROUND

OR

OUT OF CAR WINDOWS

CONTACT THE RURAL FIRE BRIGADE

IF YOU ARE ABLE TO HELP IN FIREFIGHTING DUTIES

CLEAN UP YOUR YARDS OF DEBRIS

&

YOUR HOUSE GUTTERS OF LEAVES ETC WHICH CAN BE IGNITED WITH STRAY SPARKS

ENSURE THE FAMILY KNOWS EVACUATION ROUTES FROM THE HOUSE AND

KNOW WHERE THE MEETING POINT IS

KEEP VALUABLES HANDY SHOULD A FIRE OCCUR