- Get to know your neighbours.
- Make sure all doors and windows are locked – even when you are home.
- Ensure your home is adequately lit at night. Consider installation of external sensor lights.
- A monitored alarm system can be a deterrent to potential thieves.
- Lock your mail box.
- Only leave spare keys with a trusted neighbour. Never hide them.
- Keep all spare keys, including car keys, in a secure place.
- Make it look like someone is home when you are out.
- Bring in your bins and collect mail regularly.
- Mark your valuable property with an engraver or ultra violet marker.
- Keep your car locked at all times and don’t leave valuables and other items visible in your car.
This is the web voice of the Beacon Cove Neighbourhood Association, Inc., Port Melbourne, Australia. It provides information on who the association is, our aims and aspirations for our shared community, and information on our activities.
Events for your Diary
March
Thu 27, 6:30pm: BCNA Member dinner
April
Sat 5, 9-10am: Beach Patrol, meeting at Princes Pier Sat 19, 9:30-10:30am: Love our Streets, meeting at Port Melbourne Town Hall
May
Sat 3, 9-10am: Beach Patrol, meeting at Centenary Bridge Pylon Sat 17, 9:30-10:30am: Love our Streets, meeting at Edwards Park, corner of Dow & Liardet Streets
April
May
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Thursday, 20 June 2019
Keep your Home and Property Protected
Following recent reports of house burglaries in the Beacon Cove area, BCNA advises residents that Victoria Police suggest these protections:
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