7 Oxenford Neighbourhood Watch How prepared are we for the next weather-related disaster? Keep in mind that city and town planning took place in a different era when fires, floods and cyclones were less frequent, less severe and therefore had the potential to be better contained. Given our greater exposure to these adverse conditions, it has become essential to increase the level of awareness within the community. The Gold Coast has a Disaster and Emergency Centre; information provided at the last meeting was most helpful. Further workshops are planned; there is a wealth of information online. While the debate on the impact of El Niño and La Niña continues, we know that a further event will occur. Planning for the next disaster is regarded as essential. Considerations include arranging adequate insurance (if possible), recognising potential dangers, taking adequate protection, as well as being aware of temporary shelters if a disaster occurs and having an emergency pack. Top of the list of potential dangers are fire hazards; long dry grass being a particular concern, please ensure fuel in the form of dry vegetation is kept at a distance from your property. The emergency pack should include a first-aid kit, a torch, water and basic food items. We need to be aware of neighbours and friends who are more vulnerable within the community; protecting those around us is a vital consideration. Following on from last month’s report, domestic violence continues to be a key issue. The Queensland Police Service (QPS) state that while the work remains complex and challenging, they are committed to providing meaningful outcomes for victim-survivors, ensuring perpetrators will always be held accountable while giving community safety the highest priority. We are again urged to make a difference, reporting on suspicious activity, confident that the QPS will act. Just a reminder that the help lines are: 1800RESPECT (1800 737 7320) and DVConnect: 1800 811 811 (Womersline). QPS also continue to stress the need to: ‘Lock it or Lose it.’ If cars and houses are locked, the level of crime would fall significantly. There is an argument that the ‘opportunistic youth’ can now enter cars without stealing the key by accessing the code embedded in the key. Manufacturers are aware of this more sophisticated form of theft and urge users to take full advantage of software updates designed to counter new methods of gaining access. A further precaution is to keep keys hidden while stored in a signalblocking container, also known as a Faraday accessory. Checking online, this accessory does not appear too expensive and may well become an essential item in the future. SMS scams continue to increase with false reward-based messages proving to be particularly prolific. Well-known brands are impersonated with reference to saving loyalty points. 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